Injured in an accident you didn’t cause and facing financial repercussions such as lost wages, mounting medical bills, and other expenses? You’re not alone. People are injured by other people’s negligent (or intentionally malicious) actions every day in Louisiana, and unfortunately, many victims don’t receive the compensation they deserve from those responsible. Don’t get left …
What Does “Maintenance and Cure” Actually Mean for an Injured Seaman?
Offshore work is a particularly dangerous line of employment that comes with a high risk of injury. To offset the very real possibility of being hurt on a vessel, there are laws in place to protect workers who suffer accidents at sea. Unfortunately, those laws use archaic terms like “maintenance” and “cure” that aren’t exactly clear to …
Congratulations to the Lawyers Recognized Among the Top Lawyers in Louisiana for 2018
We are pleased to announce that David Vicknair has been selected for the 2018 Louisiana Rising Stars list by Super Lawyers. This annual list is compiled in order to offer a credible, diverse, and comprehensive listing of outstanding attorneys, researched by a reputable agency. It serves as a resource for both attorney referrals and for potential …
We Are One of Expertise.com’s 2018 Top 14 Car Accident Lawyers in NOLA
Scott Vicknair, LLC was chosen as one of the Top 14 Car Accident Attorneys in New Orleans, Louisiana for 2018. The selection process of Expertise.com is extensive and they analyzed almost 90 New Orleans car accident attorneys based on information that was public. Expertise researches and validates the companies to ensure quality picks. We are honored to …
Louisiana Fourth Circuit Reinforces Strict Application of Public Bid Law
The Louisiana Fourth Circuit Court of Appeal has ruled that public entities cannot waive any form requirements of a public bid subsequent to the bid’s submission. In Command Construction Industries, L.L.C. v. City of New Orleans, the Court held that the City of New Orleans improperly awarded a contract to Durr Heavy Construction after Durr …
Lawyer Discusses Operation Varsity Blues
It’s the news story that left the internet quaking: powerful figures were charged with participating in a massive college admissions cheating ring, which was busted by the FBI in “Operation Varsity Blues.” The bribery was orchestrated through two key methods. The first involved corruption in the college entrance exam process. Body doubles were essentially hired …
What to Do If You Are Hurt in a Rear-End Accident
Rear-end wrecks are one of the most common types of crashes seen on New Orleans streets and highways, but that doesn’t mean the injuries you may sustain won’t be severe. Neck and back pain in particular can keep you from returning to work after this type of accident. If you’ve been hurt in a rear-end …
What to Do If You are Hurt by an Uninsured or Underinsured Motorist in Louisiana
Although liability insurance is legally required in Louisiana, there is still a significant minority of drivers who don’t have any insurance at all. Those who do follow the law and purchase the minimum liability insurance may have picked the cheapest option. That means the other driver’s policy is unlikely to fully cover your medical bills …
How to Protect Yourself Financially After a Head-on Collision
One of the most dangerous types of vehicle wrecks, head-on accidents may see victims striking the dashboard or even ejected entirely through the windshield. To pursue the compensation you deserve after a head-on crash, you need to thoroughly document your injuries and work with an attorney to find the liable party. How Head-on Collisions Occur …