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 …
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Cathy and Morris Bart Volunteer Center Grand Opening
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 …
Alabama Personal Injury Lawsuit Guide
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 …
New Morris Bart Gallery
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 …
Birmingham Personal Injury Lawsuit Guide
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 …
Special Needs Trusts for Clients with Disabilities – Continuing Legal Education
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 …
Can You Get Punitive Damages in Your Birmingham Personal Injury Case?
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 …
How to Determine Percentage of Liability
Ever wondered why some people get heavy settlements and others walk away with far less in a personal injury case? Well, this often has less to do with the damage estimate and much more to do with determining liability. Before any compensation is agreed upon, the court must first decide fault and assign liability, and …
What If I Am Partly Responsible for an Accident in Arkansas?
If you suffer injuries or losses in an accident in Arkansas that was not your fault, the at-fault party is responsible for the damages. But what if you were partly responsible for the accident? Are you still entitled to any compensation? The simple answer is yes: You are eligible for compensation depending on the degree …
State Legislature: Alabama Injury Laws
Am I Required to Provide a Recorded Statement in an Injury Claim in Birmingham?
No, you are not required to provide a recorded statement in an injury claim in Birmingham. It is very common for the at-fault party’s insurance company to request that the victim provide a recorded statement or interview about what occurred, their injuries, and other related topics. However, you are not required to provide a statement, …
What Is Modified Contributory Negligence?
When it comes to determining fault in a personal injury claim, many claimants wrongly believe that it is a simple matter of one liable party and one victim. However, every accident is unique, and very few personal injury claims are simple. If you were partially at fault for the accident that caused your injury, can …
What Is a Contingency Fee Lawyer in Birmingham?
Understanding what a contingency fee lawyer in Birmingham is will help you determine if you want to work with one on your case. In general, contingency fee attorneys come from personal injury law firms. They handle insurance claims and civil lawsuits arising from incidents caused by someone’s negligence. If you were in a car accident, …
How Comparative Fault Works in Alabama
While Alabama uses comparative fault to assign blame following a traffic accident, the state takes a harsh stance when settling injury claims. Alabama is a contributory negligence state, and these rules drastically affect your ability to claim damages. Carrying even the smallest amount of blame during a personal injury claim in Alabama can nullify your …
Does Louisiana Have a Good Samaritan Law?
Louisiana has a Good Samaritan law that protects anyone who volunteers to give aid when another person’s health and wellbeing are in danger. This law applies in emergency circumstances when waiting for an ambulance and paramedics or other professionals might be too long to protect the victim’s life or safety. If you have questions about …
Can You Sue for Emotional Distress in Mississippi?
Whether intentional or through an act of negligence, experiencing emotional distress is as real as a physical injury. While physical injuries can be seen, the internal suffering of our emotions is often hidden from others. In Mississippi, you can sue for emotional distress but quantifying it can be difficult. You need the guidance and help …
What to Do When Your Injury Claim Is Against the Government
Suffering an injury is a painful and difficult experience to have to go through. Getting the compensation you deserve for your losses can be frustrating, but when the party at fault is the government, frustration can quickly turn into a hopeless and overwhelming experience. If you suffer a personal injury accident that you believe is …
Birmingham Personal Injury: How Can I Avoid Accidents Due to Oversteer and Understeer?
Although there are many causes of skids and spin-outs in the Birmingham area, many crashes involve drivers who are traveling too fast for the road conditions. When a driver is going too fast, especially on slick roads, their tires and vehicle may move in unpredictable ways. These scenarios are commonly referred to as “oversteer” and …
What Is the Assumption of Risk and Negligence Defense?
When you file a claim against a negligent party, they won’t just give up without a fight. There are plenty of cases where the defense fights back against a plaintiff’s claims. One of the most common strategies the defense uses is the assumption of risk and negligence, which allows them to absolve themselves of any …
Emotional Distress: Claims for Pain and Suffering
After an accident, people often expect to experience some aches and pains, so having to go to the doctor isn’t a surprise. But many accident victims do not expect the emotional distress that can follow a collision. When the dust settles, you may have lost your vehicle, or perhaps are unable to work due to …
Personal Injury Claims: How Long do They Really Take?
I was in an accident in Shreveport, Louisiana. My insurance company offered me a settlement that I’m not pleased with, but I don’t feel like waiting forever to get my money. How long does it take to complete a personal injury claim? When will I get my compensation? Now that you have decided to make …
How Is Pain and Suffering Calculated?
No amount of compensation can undo the physical and mental anguish caused by a serious injury. However, recovering damages from the at-fault party can prevent accident-related expenses from putting the victim’s family in debt. It may also save other people from falling victim to the same negligent behavior. In order for a claim to be …
Uber Accident Settlement
If you have been injured in an accident involving an Uber driver, you can seek compensation for your injuries through the personal injury claims process. While this process can involve a lawsuit in civil court, the vast majority of personal injury claims are resolved through a negotiated settlement before they ever see the inside of …
Mississippi Hit-and-Run Laws
Mississippi is one of the deadliest states to drive a vehicle. Recent data from the National Safety Council a reveals that in 2018, the state traffic fatality rate stood at 22.9 deaths for every 100,000 residents – the highest in the country. Whether it is a fender-bender or a severe accident with multiple injuries, drivers …
Injury Case Settlements: How Much does the Lawyer Get?
What Is the Damages Caps in Louisiana Personal-Injury Cases?
Each state has specific laws that govern civil lawsuit procedures. If you are in Louisiana, it is vital to consult an attorney who has handled cases that are similar to yours. Most states allow victims of negligence to pursue damages from the at-fault party, but there may be caps to the amount that plaintiffs can …
Louisiana Cap on Damages
Many states limit how much accident victims can recover in personal injury cases. However, this generally only applies to certain types of damages and particular kinds of injury cases. Understanding Louisiana’s cap on damages in some incidents can help you get a better idea of your possible financial recovery after suffering injuries. Louisiana does not …
How do I Know If a Settlement Offer Is Reasonable?
If you get injured in an accident resulting in injuries, you can file an insurance claim or a personal injury lawsuit to recover your financial losses. Most injury claims will settle out of court. But how do you know if the settlement offer you receive is reasonable? The simple answer is that there is no …
What Is the Punitive Damages Cap for Injury Lawsuits in Alabama?
There is a limit on the amount of punitive damages that an individual can receive in a single case. As such, the punitive damages cap for injury lawsuits in Alabama could affect your financial recovery following an accident. According to Ala. Code 6-11-21, punitive damages in civil actions must not exceed: Three times the amount …
Subrogation: Where the Money Comes from!
Understanding where the money comes from in subrogation can make it easier to know what to expect as you navigate the insurance claims process following a personal injury accident. Subrogation is a complex legal issue even for lawyers, but it is common and important for any injury victim to understand. In short, subrogation is the …
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