By William P. Morrow, Attorney at Morrow Law Firm, Opelousas, Louisiana Foodborne illness resulting from contaminated food can cause significant medical complications, ranging from temporary discomfort to long-term health consequences. Under Louisiana law, individuals injured by unsafe food products may seek compensation through legal claims based on product liability principles. The legal structure for such claims is primarily...

Accidents involving uninsured or underinsured drivers are a common issue on Louisiana roads. Despite mandatory insurance laws, a significant number of drivers operate vehicles without proper coverage. For those who are injured in a crash caused by one of these drivers, the process of recovering damages can be frustrating, complicated, and often misunderstood. Knowing what...

Agriculture has always played a central role in Louisiana’s economy and culture. Across the parishes of south and central Louisiana, farmworkers are out in the fields, crawfish ponds, and processing facilities doing the physically demanding labor that sustains the region’s food systems. These jobs are critical—but also carry significant risk of injury. From equipment accidents...

Construction sites carry inherent risks, but when those risks are compounded by employer negligence, the consequences can be life-changing. In Louisiana, injured workers are often left trying to understand their rights in the aftermath of a serious incident—especially when that incident was preventable. As someone who works closely with injured employees throughout the state, the...

The oil and gas industry in Louisiana remains a driving force in the state’s economy. It supports tens of thousands of jobs and contributes significantly to regional infrastructure. At the same time, this sector presents heightened risks to its workforce. The nature of the work—often involving heavy machinery, extreme environmental conditions, toxic exposure, and high-pressure...

By Stephen M. Morrow Attorney, Morrow Law Firm – Opelousas, Louisiana Workplace safety is often associated with visible hazards—equipment, machinery, and high-risk job sites. However, environmental factors like heat and humidity can be just as dangerous, particularly in Louisiana where temperatures rise quickly and stay elevated through much of the year. For employees working outdoors...

When accidents occur involving vehicles under active safety recalls, the process of assigning liability becomes more complicated than a typical personal injury case. These scenarios present unique challenges for plaintiffs and defendants alike, particularly when mechanical defects or failure to repair known hazards come into play. Vehicle recalls issued by manufacturers or regulators often indicate...

Accidents involving government vehicles are often far more complicated than those involving private individuals or commercial drivers. These cases introduce a layer of legal nuance that many injury victims do not anticipate. Understanding how to pursue a claim against a city, parish, or state-operated vehicle begins with understanding how government liability works in Louisiana. In...

In Louisiana, the decision to flee the scene of a motor vehicle accident can lead to serious legal consequences. State law makes it clear that remaining at the scene is not just a moral obligation—it is a legal one. Whether the incident results in property damage, bodily injury, or death, the individual involved must stop,...