L. Blake Jones
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A $604 Million Verdict Against C.H. Robinson, and Why It Looks Like a Case We Tried
On July 23, 2026, a Dallas County jury returned a verdict of $604,025,000 against a motor carrier, its driver, and the freight broker that put them on the road. The broker was C.H. Robinson (“CHR”). The jury assigned it 23% of the fault directly, then…
Injured in an Uber or Lyft Accident in Lafayette? Here’s Who Pays
Rideshare companies are supposed to make the roads a safer place. Even though Ubers and Lyfts help keep impaired drivers off the road, they’re not infallible themselves. Accidents can happen at any time, even when you’re not in your own vehicle. It’s important to be…
Motorcycle Accidents in Lafayette: Why Insurance Companies Often Blame Riders
As a motorcyclist, you have likely felt like law enforcement was out to get you at one point or another. Unfortunately, it can feel this way with insurance companies when accidents happen, too. Motorcycle accidents in Lafayette are handled similarly to any other type of…
Truck Accidents on I-10 Near Lafayette – Latest Statistics and Data
Interstate 10 (I-10) is a transcontinental highway that spans southern Louisiana. It connects Lake Charles, Lafayette, Baton Rouge, and New Orleans and serves as a major economic and commuter throughway. Despite the different projects in the works to improve areas of the highway, truck accidents…
Why Crashes With SUVs and 18-Wheelers Are More Dangerous Than They Were 20 Years Ago
A New York Times investigation published June 21, 2026 laid out a case I see in my own files every month: American vehicles have grown bigger, heavier and more upright over the past two decades, and the people they hit are absorbing the difference. The…
Top Dangerous Intersections in Houma, LA for Car Accidents
The top dangerous intersections in Houma, LA, for accidents are becoming increasingly dangerous as drivers navigate through Terrebonne Parish’s commercial districts, industrial traffic centers, and commuter hot spots. Whether you’re traveling to work or just traveling through Houma, our roadways need to accommodate local traffic,…
Louisiana Product Liability Laws Explained
In Louisiana, when you purchase a product, you expect that product to work in a safe and effective manner. However, whether you live in Lafayette or call the NOLA area home, products often fail and can actually cause a consumer serious and even deadly harm.…
Uber Accident on Interstate 10 in New Orleans: Can You Sue for Injuries?
Rideshare services such as Uber are quickly becoming part of daily life for many residents and tourists alike. If you find yourself facing an injury due to the actions of a driver in an Uber accident on Interstate 10 in New Orleans, the personal injury…
Top Causes of Pedestrian Accidents in Downtown Houma
Houma is a beautiful town with a rich history, often called the “Capital of Deep Bayou Country.” However, unexpected accidents happen every day, sometimes with disastrous effects. Pedestrian accidents may happen whenever drivers are negligent, especially in busy downtown areas. Everyone should know the top…
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