Couples with complex assets often find that reaching equal property division is the most difficult aspect of seeking divorce in Louisiana. Our divorce laws require that spouses each receive an equal share of a couple's marital assets, rather than allowing couples to...
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Ease your stress with a property division checklist
The divorce process is every bit as stressful as it sounds. There are many reasons for this, including the impact that it will have on your finances.It's important to do whatever you can to ease your stress, which often means creating a property division checklist....
Can you keep your business in divorce?
Here in Louisiana, divorces look a little different from those in other states throughout the country. Our state laws require that couples who choose to divorce divide their marital property equally, which removes some flexibility from the property division...
Protecting a business from divorce in Louisiana
When you own a business, divorce is always more complicated, unless you've thought ahead and protected the business with a prenuptial agreement. However, for business owners facing divorce in Louisiana, there is an extra layer of complication because Louisiana abides...
Things to know about a workers’ compensation claim denial
If you suffer any type of on the job injury or illness, you shouldn't hesitate to receive immediate medical attention. While this is important from a workers' compensation perspective, it's also something you need to do to protect your health and well...
Reasons you might deny a workers’ comp claim
When you started your business in Lafayette, you made it a point to do everything in your power to provide a safe work environment for your employees. In addition, you have always offered competitive wages and benefits. You know that if you take care of your...
Is the non-compete agreement your employees sign enforceable?
When you run a large and successful company, you need to take steps to protect your trade secrets and other sensitive information. When hiring staff who work in skilled or creative fields, or for those in positions that allow access to sensitive intellectual property,...
Marital property law basics
Getting divorced means that the life you and your husband have built together is going to drastically change. Not only are you physically separating from each other, but you will also be dividing time with your children and splitting your marital property. Dividing...
Divorce mediation keeps children safe in custody negotiations
Divorce is never easy on children, but it does't have to be an emotional hurricane that leaves them with years of rebuilding. Here in Louisiana, we know all too well how the proper aid and preparation can mean all the difference when things go from bad to worse.The...
On-the-job injury claims in the oil fields
The oil and gas industry has a reputation for being a dangerous career choice. The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration confirms that the injury and fatality rates are indeed higher than the average. However, that does not mean that your...