A huge component of the doctor-patient relationship is trust. When you visit your doctor complaining of certain symptoms that are concerning you, you'll need to trust that they will act competently using the medical expertise that they have acquired to diagnose you...
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Why is medical malpractice such a common issue for patients?
When you go to a doctor because you have unusual symptoms or you seek care in a hospital because of a traumatic accident, you expect that receiving medical attention will improve your condition, not worsen it. Unfortunately, medical malpractice is a rampant issue in...
Important steps to take after a car accident
A car accident typically comes without notice. One second you’re safe and sound in your vehicle, but the next you’re injured and wondering what’s to come. While no two car accidents share the exact same circumstances, anyone who finds themselves dealing with the...
Special needs trusts can help you provide for vulnerable loved ones
If you are the parent of a special needs child, you know that your child may need special care and support. As you age and look to the future, you probably have concerns about what will happen to your kids and how you can care for them. With certain estate planning...
Negative emotions can be a major distraction for drivers
More than likely, you get behind the wheel of your car most days of the week. You probably have daily obligations that you cannot address from home, and no matter what your mood may be, you have to get in the car and drive.You probably don't have the luxury of...
Are you ready to find the right name for your LLC?
If you're starting a new business, you're undoubtedly excited about it. You may have spent years thinking about this endeavor, and now that the time has come to make headway on getting your business operational, you feel that the anticipation has been worth it.You've...
Get the most out of your estate plan
Maybe you've been putting off your estate plan. You know you need to do it, but it seems like a daunting task, requiring you to think about your family's future when you're no longer around. Even so, the sooner you make your plan, the sooner you give yourself and your...
Ironic: Technology used in the fight against distracted driving
On any road at any given time, there's almost certainly a distracted driver. Distracted driving is so prevalent that you are likely to see a person looking at their phone any time you drive down the road. It is a serious problem that affects the health and safety of...
How the Jones Act protects you after a work-related injury
Regardless of what industry you work in, your employer must provide you with a safe work environment. This applies even if you work on a water-going vessel. Many Louisiana employers do their best to meet this requirement, but that doesn't eliminate the potential for...
Succession planning for your small business
If you own a small business in Louisiana, there is a good chance that you have invested countless hours and a lot of money into getting the company off the ground and making it a success. Your family likely remembers waking up after you had already left the house, the...