A massive chain reaction car crash on I-55 early Monday morning last left 2 dead, 30 people injured, and over 100 people stranded on the interstate. There was a total of 25 crashes in three different areas of 1-55. Involved in the crash were three 18-wheelers, two of which were…
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Are You Covered by the Jones Act?
A person can suffer injuries just about anywhere. However, if you suffer injuries while performing work, you may be entitled to (or restricted to) certain forms of recovery depending on where those injuries occur and your relationship with the location. For example, a person who is injured as a result…
Broussard, David & Moroux in the Lafayette Community 2023
At Broussard, David & Moroux, we love and appreciate our Acadiana community. Giving back to our community through philanthropy and service is a driving force of our firm’s culture. As advocates, we are always seeking partnerships with local organizations that are making great impacts in Acadiana. Generosity and personal relationships…
Jury Awarded Plaintiff Over $2 Million for Injuries in a Boating Accident
A Jefferson Parish jury awarded a widow $2,860,000.00 for the death of her husband following a double-fatality boat crash. The decedent was a passenger in a $1,000,000.00 high-performance MTI racing catamaran owned and operated by his friend on the Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri. Just prior to the crash, Garmin…
Jury Awards Plaintiff $4.9 Million for Injuries in a Motor Vehicle Crash
Broussard, David, & Moroux recently obtained a jury award of $4,900,000.00 on behalf of a 41-year-old wife and surgical technician from Acadia Parish. The plaintiff was injured on August 12, 2019 while on her way to work at Jennings American Legion Hospital. She was traveling down Highway 98 when a…
Beat the Clock: Louisiana Prescriptive Period for Personal Injury Cases
Personal injury cases arise in many different shapes, sizes, and kinds. Whether it be a small injury from a simple car accident or life-altering damage from a plane crash, negligence may be found and recovery necessary. But not matter the type of case, all claims have one thing in common:…
Things to Remember When Spending a Day on the Boat
Spring has officially sprung bringing warmer weather with it. These weather conditions encourage people to jump back into their beloved outdoor activities, especially boating. Whether it be a weekend trip to the lake or a spring break trip to the beach, it is important to keep in mind a few…
Motorcycle Safety Tips
In the late hours of March 13, a fatal motorcycle crash occurred at the 2300 block of West Pinhook Road, near Verot School Road. The investigation showed that the motorcyclist entered the center lane, in an attempt to go around vehicle traffic. While in the center lane, the motorcycle collided…
Judgment of over $2 Million Obtained for Plaintiff Injured in Motor Vehicle Collision
On January 28, 2017, plaintiff was T-boned by a Lafayette police officer who pulled out of the parking lot at Our Lady of Fatima Church on Johnston Street in Lafayette, crashing into the side of plaintiff’s pickup truck. Prior to trial, the parties stipulated that the defendant police officer was…
How to Have Fun and Stay Safe for Mardi Gras
For Mardi Gras, most people have one thing on their minds: let the good times roll. However, in addition to the good times, there are also some safety risks that may arise in the wake of Fat Tuesday. To ensure you get the most enjoyment out of the festivities, here…