Morris Bart, LLC is proud to announce that this year, two students will receive the Morris Bart, LLC Community Service Scholarship. For the first time since we established this national scholarship, two of the entrants were so strong that we decided to award each of them the $2,500 scholarship. Congratulations to Na’Lani Zeno and Brooke …
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Road Trips: COVID-19 Tips
With the COVID outbreak negatively impacting many travel and tourism industry channels, many Americans are now resorting to road trips as a safer alternative. While risks are still present, check out a few tips that can help you road trip safely and avoid common pitfalls. Planning your road trip Nearly every facet of the country …
Morris Bart employees volunteer at Second Harvest Food Bank as the need for nutrition assistance rises during the pandemic
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to create uncertainty across the globe, Second Harvest Food Bank is stepping up to fill one of the most crucial needs for Louisiana communities: ongoing access to well-stocked food banks. Second Harvest already serves over 30 million meals each year to residents in 23 parishes, but with the economic fallout …
Morris Bart Response to COVID-19
Clients, friends, and colleagues: At this time of great disruption in our lives we want to assure all existing and prospective clients that uninterrupted representation is of paramount importance to us. As one of the largest and most technologically advanced firms in the area, we are continuing our daily operations and remain prepared to handle …
Pool Accidents: When Fun in the Sun Goes Awry
Pools and summer go together like peanut butter and jelly, but everyone knows that pool risks are also important to keep in mind. The sobering statistics show that drowning is the second most common cause of unintentional death in children 1 to 14, and the first most common in children ages one to four. For …
Amusement Park Accidents & Liability
Scary roller coasters are a treasured American past time, but part of the scare is knowing that despite the best of intentions, something could always go wrong. While most roller coaster rides go off without a hitch, accidents at amusement parks occur all the time and can be devastatingly serious and sometimes even fatal. How …
Second Harvest’s New Volunteer Facility
As part of their ongoing commitment to their community, Morris and Cathy Bart have donated $1 million dollars to the Second Harvest Food Bank, a cornerstone piece of Second Harvest’s ongoing capital campaign to renovate its facilities. Second Harvest currently serves over 30 million meals a year, but the organization hopes to more than double …
Airplane Accidents: Who’s Responsible?
Plane crashes and other aviation accidents are usually big news in the media, especially considering how serious and life-shattering they can be. However, most people don’t realize that only 20% of aviation incidents and accidents are actually fatal. Even when no one dies, the injuries from an airline accident can be serious and traumatic. Studies …
Casino Injury: Deal or No Deal?
It’s common wisdom that you should decide how much you’re comfortable losing before you step foot in a casino. That way you might win big, but if things don’t go your way at the blackjack table you’ll know when to call it a day. But what happens when you get hurt while you’re at a …
Cruise Ship Accidents: Cruising for a Bruising
Cruise vacations are supposed to be relaxing and fun. You buy your ticket and pack your bags, board the ship, and from there everything else is arranged for you. Delicious meals, fun in the sun, and exciting excursions are planned for the next three to seven days. But many people don’t think about the dark …
New Year, New Laws: What to Expect in 2020
While ringing in the new year, its tradition to sing “Auld Lang Syne,” perhaps after a midnight kiss. It’s a bit ironic that this song has become a New Years Eve tradition, because the title actually means “old long ago.” In contrast, the new year is usually considered a time for new beginnings and fresh …
A Very Crescent City Christmas: A Holiday Event Guide
Christmas in the Crescent City — The Most Wonderful Time of the Year! Most people don’t think of the New Orleans when it comes to their holiday planning, but the Big Easy has a huge assortment of holiday events that will be sure to entertain everyone from the smallest elf to the oldest grinch. If …
Happy Holidays! Morris Bart & iHeart Team Up 4 Toys
Morris Bart Teams Up With iHeartMedia For Another HUGE Annual Toy Giveaway A round of “Santa-plause” is in order for iHeartMedia, Q93 and Toys for Tots after the 8th Annual toy giveaway was a huge success this past weekend. Morris Bart is one of the proud sponsors that make this event possible each year. By …
When Disaster Strikes, Will You Still Get Paid?
Whether it’s a hurricane you watch form a week before it hits or a tornado that strikes without a moment’s notice, one thing that holds true for all natural disasters is that you should expect the unexpected. With power out, roads closed, and property damaged, sometimes it isn’t always clear when things will get back …
When Disaster Strikes, Can You Strike Back?
It doesn’t take long when watching the news to hear about the latest natural disaster affecting the world. Although these unexpected events can seem far away and unlikely to affect you, natural disasters can take many forms and affect the population far more than most people realize. When an act of god occurs, not only …
The Bayou Classic 2019 is almost here!
After almost 50 years, one of the most celebrated sports rivalries in HBCU football has grown into a three day event that offers exciting football, delicious food, and fun for everyone. Here’s everything you need to know about the Bayou Classic 2019! The rivalry at the heart of the tradition Although “classic” football games have …
Domestic vs. Common Law Marriage: What’s the Difference?
As couples living together before having a marriage ceremony becomes more commonplace, the concept of common law marriage is also being discussed more often. However, many people do not truly understand what common law relationships mean to the parties in them and what legal rights they actually confer. Here’s the low down on how and …
UNCF 32nd Anniversary New Orleans Walk for Education
Earlier this month, individuals and teams laced up their running shoes for a great cause, participating in the UNCF 32nd Anniversary New Orleans Walk for Education. As a proud sponsor of the 5K Walk for eight years, Morris Bart and other community members partner with UNCF to raise money for students in need. For 75 …
Debt Collection: When does it become harassment?
It’s easy to fall behind on bills but a lot harder to catch up. As a debt remains unpaid, the efforts to collect on it increases and so does the stress that comes along with it. It’s important to understand when a debt collector can legally attempt to recover the debt and what measures the …
3 Elements of Standing to Sue
When a party files a lawsuit there are many things he or she must prove besides just the facts of the case. One of these legal concepts is known in Latin as “locus standi,” in other words, “standing to sue.” Here is the essential breakdown of this principle and how it might affect your legal …