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Private/Parochial School Law

Handling Custody/Visitation Conflicts

One of the most common challenges faced by school administrators relates to the handling of child custody & visitation...

• Troy A. Broussard

Private/Parochial School Law

Avoiding Title IX Investigations

Private and parochial schools that receive federal funding are, by federal law, required to comply with Title IX, which...

• Troy A. Broussard

Professional Liability

Disappointed Legatees: Legal Malpractice Claims Against Testator’s Attorney

Ordinarily, a legal malpractice claim can only be brought by the attorney’s client; however, the Louisiana Supreme Court, in...

Insurance & Casualty Litigation

UM Rejection Forms – Requirements & Duration

Since UM coverage is presumed, nothing must be done if an insured wishes to have UM coverage matching liability limits....

• Brent N. Carriere

Employment Law & Litigation

Third Circuit’s Requirements for Adjusting Workers’ Compensation Claims in Louisiana

In the recent Third Circuit case, Broussard v. Dillards’ Department Stores, Inc., the Court issued a ruling that effects...

• Stephen G. Collura

Insurance & Casualty Litigation

Adjusting Uninsured/Underinsured Motorists Claims – Burden / Duties / Penalties

UM Plaintiff’s Burden of Proof When making a UM claim, the claimant has the initial burden of proof. To...

• Brent N. Carriere