It is not uncommon for there to be competing claims for life insurance benefits between a recently widowed spouse and a former spouse. For the people seeking life insurance benefits, these disputes are emotional and different. These disputes typically occur when the deceased spouse neglected to change the beneficiary after a divorce. The rules on this issue are complex...
The offshore industry is a big factor in the Gulf South economy. Often lost in the shuffle are the workers who make this industry run. Let’s face it, offshore work is not only demanding, it is dangerous. Johns Law Group assists and represents offshore workers who have been injured in Texas, Louisiana, and throughout the Gulf South. While it...
Having an experienced personal injury lawyer on your side can be invaluable if you’ve been hurt in an accident. Your attorney will protect your legal rights and fight to get you the compensation you deserve for your medical bills, lost wages, and other damages. Contrary to what you might believe, however, accidental injury lawyers don’t accept every client who...
Choosing an attorney can be a challenging task. If you are looking for a personal injury attorney, you may be wondering where to start and what to consider. Below are the five secrets to successfully finding the best personal injury attorney. Do Your Research First, ask family and friends for recommendations. Whether they provide guidance or you find potential...
You have signed a contract to buy your home. At closing, you are instructed to sign a waiver of redhibition. Most often, your realtor will explain that this means you are buying the property “as is.” This is not necessarily the case. As discussed below, sometimes a waiver of redhibition can be overcome. As a default, in Louisiana a...
Hurricane Maria made landfall in Puerto Rico early Wednesday as a powerful Category 4 storm with winds of 155 mph. Damage on the island was extensive causing complete power outages to the entire population. The storm is expected to veer north into the Atlantic. A direct hit on the U.S. mainland is not expected. Hurricane Maria is record setting...
Tropical Storm Maria is forecast to intensify into a hurricane soon and could pose a major threat to the Lesser Antilles, Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico this week. It is currently forecast to following a path similar path to Hurricane Irma, posing a threat to Florida and the Southeastern United States. Tropical Storm Maria is currently located just over...