5 Facts about Roundup Cancer Litigation
The weed-killing chemical marketed as Roundup is at the heart of growing litigation concerning allegations that it causes cancer. Claimants around the country argue that manufacturer Monsanto failed to adequately warn about the carcinogenic risks associated with glyphosate – the key ingredient in the popular herbicide. Just last month Monsanto was hit with a $289 […]
Get it Done Right™
Bart Bernard knows you have a lot of choices when it comes to hiring legal counsel. But he also knows that he is the attorney who will take your case, and as he’s consistently said throughout his career, will “Get it Done Right™.” When you work with Bart, you have an aggressive, diligent fighter in […]
Click Bart First, Call Bart First™
Wherever you are in Louisiana, if you have been injured as a result of someone else’s negligence, personal injury attorney Bart Bernard wants to hear from you and strongly advises that you speak to any attorney before you speak to an insurance agent. From Lafayette to Baton Rouge, Kenner to New Orleans, and all throughout […]
Hit Hard with Bart Bernard™
Bart Bernard coined the phrase “Hit hard with Bart Bernard!™” to compliment his heavy hitting style. Insurance companies will often make low-ball offers of settlements prior to trial if they believe the deck is stacked in their favor. But Bart does not suffer bullies, especially those that seek only to undermine the recovery of plaintiffs who […]
4 Ways an Expert Witness Can Help Win Your Case
Whether you were hurt in a slip and fall accident or were struck by a negligent motorist, having an expert witness can play an important role in winning your personal injury lawsuit. A qualified expert witness is a professional who has the education, skill, knowledge, training and experience in a specific discipline. It is their […]
Chiropractic Treatment for Spinal Cord Injuries
When it comes to treating certain types of spinal cord injuries, some patients may benefit from chiropractic treatment. Although there are many causes of traumatic spinal cord injury, motor vehicle accidents and falls are two of the most common. When the spinal cord is compressed, twisted sideways or pulled, this can impair blood supply, stretch tissues, pinch nerves and damage ligaments, bone and discs.
How Is Paralysis Evaluated in a Personal Injury Case?
If you suffered a catastrophic injury resulting in partial or complete paralysis, the medical and hospital costs can be monumental. In addition to these ongoing expenses, paralysis victims may be unable to work, losing wages and earning potential for the rest of their lives. The state of Louisiana allows victims to seek monetary damages for […]
How Does Louisiana Comparative Negligence Law Affect Your Claim?
Accidents happen. But not all accidents are created equal. Sometimes fault is clearly on the side of one party but other times both the plaintiff and the defendant can bear some of the legal responsibility. In Louisiana, it is important to know that if you have been injured because of someone else’s negligence, you can still […]
3 Serious Injuries That Result in Lawsuits
Three of the most serious injuries that lead to personal injury lawsuits are traumatic brain injury (TBI), spinal cord injury (SCI), and bone fractures. Read on for an overview of all 3. Traumatic Brain Injury TBIs can occur when someone’s head is hit, bumped, or jostled severely. If this occurs, the brain can be bumped and […]
How To Measure Damages In a Wrongful Death Case
The wrongful death of a loved one is often a surreal experience that turns the family’s life upside down. Even after the impact sinks in, the family is left to deal with the reality every day, from the loss of the loved one’s presence to the end of their financial support. Louisiana law recognizes the […]