Driving is one of the most dangerous activities we do on a typically daily basis. Accidents can occur on any highway in St. John Parish, the River Parishes or South Louisiana, and on the streets of Reserve, LaPlace or New Orleans. The causes can be from drunk driving, to texting,...

The team at Becnel Law have extensive experience in representing individuals who have been subpoenaed before grand juries or otherwise involved in criminal investigations. We handle matters associated with criminal charges and arrests such as petitions for nondisclosure of completed deferred adjudications, expunction of criminal records, petitions to seal juvenile...

South Louisiana has a reputation for having a good time, wild nights and drive up daiquiri shops. As a result, drunk driving is one of the most prosecuted crimes in Louisiana, and if you are charged with driving while intoxicated, you should speak with an experienced DWI lawyer as soon...

When hurricanes strike, the aftermath can be overwhelming, with damaged homes, businesses, and disrupted lives. Recovering and rebuilding shouldn’t be a battle, but insurance companies often undervalue or deny claims, making the process even harder....

Medical malpractice arises from a failure of a health-care provider to use adequate levels of care, skill or diligence. In some cases, Doctors or nurses may be negligent when failing to monitor a patient or providing the wrong medication....

The Merchant Marine Act of 1920, which is commonly referred to as the Jones Act, is a federal law that allows seamen to sue their employers for on-the-job injuries caused by negligence on the part of vessel owners, companies, shipmasters, or fellow crew members. The Jones Act was closely based...

Every year, thousands of people are injured or killed due to unsafe conditions at work, a store or anywhere away from home. In Maine, when a person enters property owned by another party, they have the right to expect to be reasonably safe....

Juries in scientific cases face a difficult task. They must learn the language and principles of complex scientific disciplines. They must referee battles of apparently equally qualified experts and reach verdicts on issues science itself has sometimes not yet decided....

Suffering through a personal injury can be overwhelming. Whether you are dealing with a minor injury or very serious injuries, the repercussions can be lasting....

There is nothing more frustrating than attempting to navigate the Social Security claims process while suffering with a disability. There are formulas, rules, deadlines, and procedures. Determining whether you are disabled and entitled to disability benefits requires a complex analysis of your ability to work, age, education, and recent job...

No one is perfect, and sometimes we make mistakes out on the road. Traffic violations, though normally not as bad as other offenses, come with hefty consequences. A traffic ticket usually results in a fine, but can also result in license suspension and higher monthly insurance rates. If you have...

Most employers are required to carry workers’ compensation, or “workers’ comp,” insurance to cover employees who are injured on the job. Employees do not have to prove fault in order to recover, but benefits are not automatic. Specifics of the workers’ compensation claims process vary by state, but injured employees...

Wrongful death claims are brought against a defendant who has caused someone’s death either negligently or through intentional harm. Wrongful death claims allow the estate of the deceased person to file a lawsuit against the party who is legally liable for the death. The suit is usually filed by a...