Daily Archives: February 14, 2026

Barber Brothers Contracting Co., LLC v. Capitol City Produce Co., LLC

In a recent decision, Barber Brothers Contracting Co., LLC v. Capitol City Produce Co., LLC, the Louisiana Supreme Court reaffirmed the important role juries play in evaluating the facts in personal injury cases involving catastrophic injuries. The case arose from a serious motor vehicle collision that left a commercial driver with traumatic brain injuries and…

Louisiana Extends Deadline to File Certain Personal Injury and Damage Claims

Louisiana law recently changed in a way that directly impacts claims involving accidents, personal injuries and other claims for damages. As of July 1, 2024, most personal injury and damage claims have a two‑year filing deadline or prescriptive period, instead of the former one‑year deadline. Under Act 423 of the 2024 Legislative Session, Louisiana Civil…