Frequently Asked Questions

What are My Rights When Another Motorist Causes an Accident that Results in Damage to My Vehicle?

Louisiana law is clear that a motorist who is negligent must pay for the losses caused by that negligence. Usually that payment is actually made by the insurer of the negligent motorist. Concerning damage to the vehicle, the

Who do I Speak to at the Scene of the Accident?

As soon as your safety and the safety of your passengers permit you should call the local police authority or 911 if you are uncertain. You should report any injuries that occurred in the accident, the location of the...

How do I Know That an Attorney Has the Qualifications to Handle a Maritime Case?

You should question an attorney who you are considering as your representative closely concerning his actual past experience in handling maritime cases through trial as lead counsel to conclusion. The issues concerning...

Who Pays for My Medical Bills?Who Pays for My Medical Bills?

The law concerning the rights of a maritime victim to recover medical expenses vary dramatically between the classification of such a victim in his employment status. If the accident victim is a member of the crew of a...

Will I Lose My Job if I Bring a Claim?

Typically one’s decision to bring a claim or not is not as important in answering this question as is the quality of the employer of such a victim. Typically the employer of a victim of an offshore accident stands to gain...