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Motorcycle Riders and Louisiana’s Lane-Splitting Laws: A Metairie Rider’s Guide
Motorcycles are popular in Metairie and throughout Louisiana, but it is crucial for riders of all experience levels to know the risks they face on their bikes as well as the specific laws that apply to motorcycle riders, and Louisiana’s lane-splitting laws are some of…
C.H. Robinson and Unilever Sued Over California Crash That Left a 5-Year-Old With a Traumatic Brain Injury
A negligence case out of California's Inland Empire just got a lot more interesting for anyone who follows freight broker liability. Lawyers for a young crash victim and her stepfather have amended their complaint to add C.H. Robinson and its customer, Unilever, as defendants, arguing…
What to Do After a Crash on I-10 in Metairie, LA? | Legal Guide
Collisions are often chaotic, violent events that can leave drivers and passengers injured, disoriented, and unsure of what to do next. Understanding what to do after a crash on I-10 in Metairie, LA, can help you protect your safety and lay the groundwork for a…
The Empty Chair Defense: How Louisiana’s New 51% Fault Rule Changes Car Accident Claims Across Acadiana
By Patrick J. Eskew, Louisiana Motor Vehicle Accident Attorney | Blake Jones Law Firm, LLC | Licensed in Louisiana On January 1, 2026, Louisiana replaced its pure comparative fault rule with a modified one that bars recovery entirely once a jury assigns you 51% of…
How Long Does a Personal Injury Lawsuit Take to Settle in Lafayette?
Filing a personal injury claim can be stressful on your own. That’s why it’s recommended to work with a Lafayette personal injury lawyer. A skilled legal professional can help you breeze through the claims process and secure the compensation you are owed. But you may…
Double Brokering Puts Unvetted Drivers on the Road. Courts Are Starting to Notice.
By Joshua Rubenstein, Louisiana Trucking Injury Attorney | Blake Jones Law Firm, LLC | Licensed in Louisiana, Texas, Georgia, Washington and Alaska A broker in Nevada hired a carrier to haul a load, and that carrier never drove it. Instead, it handed the load off…
After Montgomery: How the Freight Industry Is Responding to the Supreme Court’s Broker Liability Ruling
I have been watching the trucking industry respond to Montgomery v. Caribe Transport since the opinion dropped on May 14. Eight days in, the pattern is clear. The brokers, their trade association, the insurers, and the Wall Street analysts who cover them are all saying versions…
Auto Insurers Denied 45% of Claims Last Year. Here’s Why You Need a Lawyer Before You Talk to Yours
By Joshua Rubenstein, Louisiana Personal Injury Attorney | Blake Jones Law Firm, LLC | Licensed in Louisiana, Texas, Georgia, Washington and Alaska Recognized by the National Trial Lawyers as a Top 10 Trucking Trial Lawyer, Joshua has spent nearly thirty years watching insurance companies find…
Google, Social Media, and AI Chatbots: The Evidence Trail That Can Sink Your Injury Claim
By Joshua Rubenstein, Louisiana Personal Injury Attorney | Blake Jones Law Firm, LLC | Licensed in Louisiana, Texas, Georgia, Washington and Alaska Recognized by the National Trial Lawyers as a Top 10 Trucking Trial Lawyer, Joshua has spent nearly thirty years watching how a small…
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