If you’re in the midst of a divorce or custody battle, you might have heard that men face bias in the court system. While there are times where men are unfairly treated in the outcome of divorce and/or custody, it doesn’t appear to be the norm in today’s modern society. There are countless households throughout… Read more »
Getting injured on the job can be a real pain — both physically and mentally — and that’s one reason why Workers Compensation exists. What is workers comp? It’s insurance that pays medical bills, lost wages, and rehab costs for employees who are injured on the job or become ill because of factors at work…. Read more »
Finding a family law attorney can be harder than it seems. Why? Not because there’s a shortage of family law attorneys in town, but because you’ve got to make sure that the one you choose is the right fit for you depending on your current situation. Typically, when you call Stanley-Wallace Law in Slidell, you’ll… Read more »
As the world rapidly hurtles into a future dominated by technology, more and more people are working as independent contractors. Though such jobs offer more freedom than traditional roles in the workplace, there are some key differences between independent contractors and employees that should be considered by both the employer and the worker. For one,… Read more »
If you are hurt while performing a work-related activity, you deserve compensation for your pain, suffering, lost wages, medical expenses and other related losses. However, the actions you take or fail to take in the aftermath of an accident have the potential to sabotage your chances of obtaining compensation. It is imperative you act quickly… Read more »
Halloween is right around the corner, and Slidell has plenty of neighborhoods to choose from for those looking to trick-or-treat. From Sterling Oaks to Bayou Cache off West Hall, Huntwyck Village, Eagle Point, Crossgates, Breckenridge and beyond, there are plenty of neighborhoods to pick up some delicious candy. Let’s take a look at a few… Read more »
The Louisiana Workers Compensation Death Benefit provides payment to a deceased worker’s family, including an $8,500 funeral benefit. In this situation, the family typically has questions regarding who receives benefits and the order of preference when the beneficiary is not designated. Who Receives Workers’ Compensation Death Benefits? Dependents of the employee would receive benefits according… Read more »
Working together as co-parents after divorce sometimes seems impossible; a parent may even feel it is necessary to refuse parental visitation. Since the State of Louisiana actively promotes the emotional, mental and physical well-being of children by facilitating and encouraging the duty, obligation, and responsibility of both parents to participate in the upbringing of their… Read more »
Workers’ compensation insurance is an important part of any employee’s work life. While each state mandates workers compensation insurance in the USA, the conditions vary from state to state. Thus, it is imperative to know how workmans’ compensation works. Here is a simple guide: What is Workers’ Compensation Insurance? Workers’ compensation pays medical expenses, compensates… Read more »
