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Class Action Suit Approved for State Workers Exposed to Contaminants

February 15, 2014 | by Broussard, David & Moroux

A judge approved of class-action status for former and state workers who allege that they were exposed to contaminants when they worked at the Baton Rouge building that housed the Louisiana Department of Revenue. Almost 300 current and former state employees have completed forms alleging that the building contained contaminants that lead to health problems, including respiratory issues and asthma and allergy-like symptoms. District Judge Janice Clark stated that class-action certification in this matter is “well-founded.”

Six-Year-Old Boy Killed in Hit-and-Run; Suspect Arrested

February 6, 2014 | by Broussard, David & Moroux

A six-year-old boy along with his nine-year-old sister were struck at a crosswalk at a Gentilly intersection by a man driving a Honda Crosstour, who immediately fled the scene after hitting the children with his vehicle. The boy died shortly after he was transported to a local hospital while his sister suffered only minor injuries. Local law enforcement acted swiftly and arrested the hit-and-run driver only a few hours later, charging him with manslaughter, attempted manslaughter, hit-and-run, and reckless operation of a motor vehicle.

Over 200 Accidents in Louisiana Due to Icy Weather on I-10; Two Killed

January 30, 2014 | by Broussard, David & Moroux

State police have worked on over 200 motor vehicle accidents on Interstate 10 after icy weather conditions consumed Southern Louisiana last Friday. Governor Bobby Jindal declared a “state of emergency” on Friday and local law enforcement urged citizens to stay off the road until the weather cleared up. Stretches of I-10 were closed until Saturday when conditions finally began to improve. Two people were killed when their vehicles lost control on separate icy I-10 overpasses on Friday.

Eight Children Injured in I-10 Bus Crash

January 24, 2014 | by Broussard, David & Moroux

Eight school children riding the school bus home suffered minor injuries after their bus collided with another vehicle. The children were transported to a local hospital where they were treated for their injuries. Police did not say which school the children attended and that the collision is still under investigation.

Pregnant Teen and Two Others Killed in Drunk Driving Accident that Occurred on Highway 343

January 17, 2014 | by Broussard, David & Moroux

A Duson man who investigators believe was driving drunk struck a vehicle head-on after attempting to pass another vehicle on Highway 343, killing three of the passengers inside, including a pregnant sixteen year-old woman. All three of the passengers along with the teenager’s unborn child were pronounced dead at the scene. The drunk driver was charged with three counts of vehicular homicide, third-degree feticide, and reckless driving.

West Texas Man Injured After Being Attacked by Five Pit Bulls

January 2, 2014 | by Broussard, David & Moroux

A West Texas man riding his bicycle suffered puncture wounds to his arms and legs after he was attacked by five unrestrained pit bulls. The man’s injuries were treated at the hospital and local deputies were able to locate the owner of one of the pit bulls.

Drunk Driving Accident in Carencro Results in Death of Unborn Child

December 20, 2013 | by Broussard, David & Moroux

A Carencro man has been charged with first-degree negligent vehicular homicide after striking a vehicle containing a female passenger who was six months pregnant. The man admitted to police that he had been drinking beer and tequila since the early morning before driving his car without headlights and colliding with the vehicle containing the pregnant passenger. After the accident, the man fled on foot, failing to identify himself or offer aid to the injured parties. The pregnant woman was rushed to the hospital to perform an emergency Cesarean birth; unfortunately, the child did not survive.

Toy Hazards Remain in the United States

December 3, 2013 | by Broussard, David & Moroux

While recalls for toys that contain hazards to children are down this year, the U.S. Public Interest Research Group insists that consumers should be aware of potential dangers that sit on toy shelves when shopping for Christmas this year. Hazards that could be harmful to children include toys with too much lead, excessive noise, and small parts that are could lead to choking. For example, the group tested the lead content in a Captain America toy and found it to contain twenty-nine times the legal amount of lead that is allowed in the product.

Christmas shoppers probably do not spend a whole lot of time analyzing the potential safety hazards that are contained in the toys that they buy for children. However, these dangers are very real and can potentially lead to grievous injury or even death. The manufacturers and distributors of these products have a responsibility to ensure that their products are safe and are free of any hazards that can pose a danger to the public. For example, toy manufacturers should keep the lead content in their products below the legal limit because overexposure to lead can be extremely dangerous to young children because it can impair their neurological and physical development. If a manufacturer or distributor has not taken the necessary precautions to ensure that their products are safe for use, they may be liable for any damages that may result from the defective product. If you or a loved one has suffered injuries as a result of a defective product, you should immediately consult a skilled personal injury attorney who will fight to protect your rights.

Explosion at the Chevron Pascagoula Refinery Killed a Worker

November 27, 2013 | by Broussard, David & Moroux

An explosion at the Chevron Pascagoula Refinery claimed the life of a worker after a fire ignited an explosion in the furnace where the man was working. According to the director of the Jackson County Emergency Services, fire units extinguished the flames and prevented any harmful chemicals from being released to the public. An investigation of the explosion is currently underway.

Suit Settled in Death of St. Bernard Man

November 18, 2013 | by Broussard, David & Moroux

The suit on behalf of a St. Bernard man who passed away as a result of a rare brain infection has been settled with two manufacturing companies who were blamed for the man’s death. The lawsuit alleged that the “neti pot” used to clear the man’s sinuses and the water heater in the man’s home were defective and ultimately responsible for the brain-eating amoeba that infected the man and took his life. The parents of the victim settled with the companies and the wrongful death lawsuit was subsequently dismissed.