Hayden Carlos gave a CLE presentation entitled “Boudin, Brisket & the Bar” at the Lafayette Bar Association’s CLE by the Hour, which highlighted the intersection of Texas and Louisiana jurisdictions in personal injury law.
“The same way boudin made in Texas and brisket smoked in Louisiana stand out against their native counterparts, so do attorneys who don’t have experience in both Texas and Louisiana when they try to handle cases that have issues stretching across both jurisdictions.” Says Hayden. “Its common for cases in Texas to involve Louisiana plaintiffs, defendants, and medical providers, and vice versa. But when the two states intersect, dozens of issues come up that require careful navigation. So it is always best to get an attorney experienced in both Texas and Louisiana personal injury practice to maximize value to the client.”
Hayden’s presentation underscored the importance of understanding not only the procedural differences between Texas and Louisiana law but also the nuanced legal cultures in each state. Attorneys must be well-versed in both systems to ensure the best possible outcome for clients.