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Louisiana Hurricane Season: Protecting Your Property and Your Rights

Hurricane season in Louisiana is more than just a weather forecast—it’s a reality we prepare for every year. From boarding up windows to checking in on family, storm prep is part of life here. But while we work to keep...

The Role of Expert Witnesses in Personal Injury Cases

When an accident leaves you injured, proving what happened—and how it changed your life—can feel overwhelming. Insurance companies often fight back, questioning your injuries or minimizing their client’s responsibility....

How Long Do You Have to File a Personal Injury Claim in Louisiana

Under Louisiana law, the statute of limitations is one year for most personal injury cases that occurred before July 1, 2024, and two years for cases that occurred on or after July 1, 2024. So, if your accident occurred...

Understanding Louisiana’s Motorcycle Safety Laws: What All Bikers Need to Know

Riding a motorcycle offers freedom and excitement, but it also comes with strict safety responsibilities under Louisiana law. To help keep riders and passengers safe, Louisiana Revised Statute §32:191 sets out clear...

Deductible Reimbursement Laws: What Louisiana Drivers Need to Know

After a car accident, if you file a claim with your vehicle’s insurance company, you typically pay a deductible before your coverage begins. But what happens when your insurance company recovers money from the at-fault...

Labor Day in Louisiana: Safety, Celebration, and Community

Labor Day is the unofficial end of summer in Louisiana—a final chance for grilling, fishing, or festivals before fall arrives.With large gatherings come more crowds, traffic, and risks. At Fisher Injury Lawyers , we aim...

5 Questions You Should Always Ask a Personal Injury Lawyer Before Hiring Them

Choosing a personal injury lawyer may impact the outcome of your settlement . The attorney represents your interests, manages negotiations, and assists you throughout the legal process, making it important to find an...

Louisiana’s House Bill 436: What It Means for Undocumented Immigrants Injured in Car Accidents

On June 17, 2024, Governor Jeff Landry signed House Bill 436 into law, enacting Civil Code Article 2315.12. This law limits the damages unauthorized aliens can recover after car accidents , significantly affecting...

New Comparative Fault Law: House Bill 431 Overview

Big changes are coming to Louisiana’s personal injury law. House Bill 431 updates how fault is assessed in accident cases and how that affects your ability to recover damages. The new law takes effect on January 1, 2026...

Louisiana House Bill 434: Changes for Uninsured Drivers in Car Accidents

Effective July 1, 2025, Louisiana’s House Bill 434 introduces major changes for drivers involved in car accidents —especially those without auto insurance. At Fisher Injury Lawyers, we urge everyone to understand these...

New Law on Medical Expenses in Injury Cases: Senate Bill 231 Explained

At Fisher Injury Lawyers , we make it our mission to keep you informed about legal changes that impact your rights. A recent update to Louisiana personal injury law— Senate Bill 231 —introduces important changes in how...

Common Causes of 18-Wheeler Wrecks in Louisiana

Common Causes of 18-Wheeler Wrecks in Louisiana Louisiana’s highways see heavy traffic from 18-wheelers, essential for the economy but posing serious risks due to their size and stopping distance. Here's what commonly...

What You Need to Know if Your Child has been Injured

What You Need to Know if Your Child has been Injured When your child is injured by someone else's negligence, you can file a personal injury claim in Louisiana to seek compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering,...

Fisher Injury Lawyers Announces 2025 Professional Development Scholarship Winner

Baton Rouge, LA – May 29, 2025 – Fisher Injury Lawyers proudly announces Drew Prude of Slidell, Louisiana, as the recipient of the 2025 Professional Development Scholarship. Drew will attend the University of Virginia...

Fisher Injury Lawyers Awards First-Ever Changing History Scholarship to Seamus Condon

Fisher Injury Lawyers is proud to recognize Seamus Condon as the first-ever recipient of the Changing History Scholarship. Seamus, a high school senior from Arlington, Massachusetts, impressed the selection committee...

Bryan Fisher's Statement on AG Jeff Landry

A recent article cites Bryan Fisher's statement on The Campo family and the existence of any relationship with AG Jeff Landry. “The Campo family, the parents, do not know Jeff Landry. They’ve never met him. They’ve...

Bryan Fisher's Satatement Regarding BRPD

“Unfortunately, the BRPD has not provided the promised transparency on this case, Fisher said this week. “We have viewed videotape, selected by the BRPD, for approximately 30 minutes. The viewed videotape segments were...

Fisher Injury Lawyers Among Expertise.com Top Personal Injury Attorneys in 2021

Read about how Fisher Injury Lawyers was cited amongst the best Personal Injury Attorneys ranked by Expertise.com.

Attorney Bryan Fisher Comments on Judge's Ruling of Releasing BRPD BodyCam Footage

A judge recently denied the release of Baton Rouge Police Department body cam footage of the apprehending of a 13-year-old boy. Bryan Fisher, the teenager's attorney, stated he doesn't think it is in the boy's, or his...

Shout Out to Tommy Fisher

Shout Out to Tommy FisherBrother Tommy is making legal news in Texas. An Arlington woman has filed a lawsuit against John Peter Smith Hospital and Thyssenkrupp Elevators, saying she was injured while riding an elevator...

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Fisher Injury Lawyers Represent Former Penn State LB Nyeem Wartman-White

Fisher Injury Lawyers file suit against International Specialty Insurance on behalf of former Penn State Line Backer Nyeem Wartman-White. Wartman chose to return to Penn State for 2016 season instead of entering the NFL...

Louisiana Ranked 5th Worst in Country for Pedestrian Deaths

Louisiana Pedestrian Deaths Fifth Worst in CountryPedestrian and bicyclist injuries and deaths are topic that we have discussed here many times. Louisiana, and Baton Rouge in particular, do a poor job of protecting...

Can Phone Companies Be Held Liable for Distracting Drivers?

Phones and apps are distracting drivers and apparently causing accidents.New York Vehicle and Traffic Law 1225-c makes using a cell phone while driving a violation. New York Vehicle and Traffic Law 1225-d applies to...