Veterans and others exposed to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune looking to resolve their claims under the Camp Lejeune Justice Act (CLJA) of 2022 are in luck! The Justice Department and the Department of the Navy (DON) recently announced a tiered settlement program to expedite the resolution of numerous claims. The voluntary process for Camp …
In 2021, nearly 43,000 people were killed in traffic collisions in the United States. This represents a 10.5 percent increase over 2020 and the most traffic deaths in a single year since 2005. While it’s clear that U.S. roads have become increasingly more deadly in recent years, what circumstances lead to fatal crashes? Are there …
Morris Bart, LLC, is excited to announce that this year’s winner of our 2023 Community Service Scholarship is Emily Meyer. Emily has been awarded $2,500 which she plans to use to advance her education at Quinnipiac University. This year, there were over 1,000 applicants, each of whom submitted an essay on the topic: “What is …
Everything You Wanted To Know About Tree Law Until recently, if someone mentioned they had a tree law issue, most people would assume they were talking about the classic dispute between two neighbors over a tree that extends onto both properties. But after a teen was significantly injured when an oak branch fell on top …
Morris Bart, LLC is proud to present a continuing legal education course on mediation and arbitration. The presentation will focus on dealing civilly with one another in the context of an adversarial system. REGISTRATION REQUIRED This course is complimentary and qualifies for one hour of approved continuing education credit by the Louisiana Bar Association. …
Jazz Fest 2023 may have ended, but if you did it right, you’re probably still hearing the vibrant tones of the festival ringing in your ears. Even with a dash of bad weather and no crawfish bread, this year’s festival brought in huge crowds. Among them were the friends and family of performing local church …
French Quarter Fest is back! Starting April 13 – 16, New Orleanians and visitors can explore a French Quarter filled to the brim with live music. Morris Bart has been a sponsor of this festival in one form or another since 2016, and this year we’re excited to be musician sponsors for: Lynn Drury, performing …
“I love our city and I am raising children here, so I find the recent increase in violent criminal activity to be particularly disturbing,” says Morris Bart attorney, Darryl Dungan. “When I heard of our law firm’s assistance to the District Attorney, I immediately volunteered so that I can, hopefully, be part of the solution.” …
Morris Bart, LLC is proud to present a continuing legal education course on Professionalism. The presentation will focus on diversity and wellness, including mental health and dealing civilly with one another in the context of an adversarial system. This course is complimentary and qualifies for one hour of approved continuing education credit by the Louisiana …
In the latest sanction against the McClenny Moseley & Associates firm, the Louisiana Supreme court has indefinitely suspended the law license of William Huye, the attorney who manages their New Orleans office. This, of course, is following in the wake of fraud accusations against the firm for their questionable tactics in signing and handling of …
The Houston, Texas based law firm McClenny Moseley & Associates has been featured in news stories and facing legal sanctions after claims of fraudulent activity and deceptive business practices have surfaced in the wake of Hurricanes Ida and Laura. Insurance carriers and attorneys began to take notice of the questionable business practices after duplicate lawsuits …
Mardi Gras in New Orleans is a season unlike any other. Beaded costumes are appropriate on some weekdays, masks aside from N95s are encouraged, and there’s a sense of celebration in the air that can’t be denied. This city-wide good mood usually leads to fantastic parties and new friends, but things can go awry just …
Morris Bart, LLC, is thrilled to announce that Aaliyah Young has won the firm’s 2023 Anti-Distracted Driving Scholarship. The firm is set to award Young $2,500, which she can use to advance her education at Arizona State University (ASU). Morris Bart, LLC encourages students applying for the Anti-Distracted Driving Scholarship to think critically about the …
Morris Bart employees closed out January by volunteering for the Louisiana Red Cross. With the sun rising in the rearview mirror, nine employees drove to Kenner on Saturday, January 29 to participate in their “Sound the alarm, save a life” program. “Home fires claim seven lives every day, but having working smoke alarms can cut …
Today, October 7, 2022, marks the grand opening celebration of the new Gayle and Tom Benson Food and Nutrition Center at Second Harvest Food Bank. With this event, Morris Bart, along with his wife, Cathy, were pleased to announce the opening of the Cathy and Morris Bart Volunteer Center which will be a permanent feature …
Establishing fault is a significant factor in determining whether you get compensation for your injuries. Unfortunately, left-turn car accidents are common. However, these accidents are preventable in most cases. As a victim of a left-turn car accident, you need to have the proper evidence to make a compelling case that someone else’s careless actions caused …
Car accident injuries can happen to anyone at any time. There are many crashes—from minor fender benders to fatal accidents — in Birmingham, Alabama every day. Knowing the top causes of car accidents in Birmingham, AL and nearby areas can help you understand who may be at fault, your rights as a victim, and what …
When someone suffers injuries in Alabama, they may be able to use the state legal system to get justice. This usually comes in the form of compensation for their injuries, bills, missed income, and other physical and financial losses. Financial recovery may be possible through a negotiated insurance settlement or relief ordered by the civil …
When a careless or reckless driver causes an Alabama car accident, the state’s tort laws allow victims to recover compensation for their related losses. This is done through the state’s civil court system if it cannot be accomplished through an insurance claim and settled outside of court. Victims can hire a personal injury law firm …
Monday, September 19th, 2022, saw the dedication ceremony of the new The Joy and Boysie Bollinger Performing Arts Building at the Isidore Newman School. With this event, Cathy and Morris Bart were pleased to announce the Bart Gallery which is located inside the building. The gallery will feature student artwork alongside the school’s permanent collection …
If you or a loved one suffered injuries in a negligence accident in Birmingham or a nearby area, a lawyer from our personal injury law firm may be able to help you recover compensation. We may be able to pursue damages for you that include money for related medical bills, missed paychecks, property damages, future …
Our team at Morris Bart, LLC is proud to announce our 2022 winner of our Anti-Distracted Driving Scholarship: Maranda Teutsch! The creativity and message in her video submission stood out to us, and we’re excited to grant her $2,500 toward her studies. Our team is glad to be able to award this scholarship to hardworking …
Morris Bart, LLC is proud to present a continuing legal education course for Special Needs Trusts for Clients with Disabilities. The presentation will review how the attorneys should advise clients with disabilities, who receive Medicaid benefits, on when a special needs trust is needed, how the trust is set up, potential issues with Medicaid, and …
While having a legal representative fight your legal battles can increase your odds of success, it has its fair share of financial implications. Hiring a lawyer is almost always expensive. According to Clio, the hourly rate for a typical lawyer in Alabama ranges between $83 and $292. But you shouldn’t let that piece of information …
It is not uncommon to wonder about what rights you have as a passenger after a car accident. If you were hurt in a crash anywhere in Alabama, the state’s laws allow you to build a case against the at-fault party to hold them legally responsible for your expenses and losses. This will apply if …
Alabama law generally allows victims of car accidents to hold the negligent driver or other liable parties legally responsible for the losses and expenses they incurred because of the crash. Our attorneys help victims seek money damages based on their accident cases. However, the details of how this works depends on the type of crash, …
Under certain circumstances, you can get punitive damages in your Birmingham personal injury case. However, it is rare because only a jury in a civil court can award punitive damages. You will need to discuss your options and pursue them with a personal injury law firm in Birmingham. In this blog, we will help you …
Losing a loved one can be very hard to accept, and it’s even harder when it’s a wrongful death. While no amount of money can replace a human life, you have the option of suing a hospital for wrongful death and claiming damages. Proving negligence is complicated and requires specialized legal expertise to best present …
Head-on collisions often result in the front halves of both vehicles crumpling. This exposes the occupants to multiple dangers, including shrapnel, debris, and injuries. Since head-on collisions are damaging and dangerous, the victim can file a lawsuit against the at-fault party to recover compensation. However, given that Alabama is a fault state, proving liability in …
If you lost a loved one in a negligence accident, you may be wondering: What kinds of damages can you demand in a Birmingham wrongful death case? The bottom line is that Alabama has very strict and unusual laws about the damages recoverable in these cases. The state only allows punitive damage awards for families …
