There are all different types of truckers that you'll find on our roads here in Louisiana. Some are short-distance or delivery drivers that keep to hyper-local or regional routes, while others are long-distance drivers that may head out across the country for weeks at...
Traffic laws are in place to maintain the safety of the general public. However, are there times that one might need to break traffic laws to be safe? This question is more than a mental exercise; many find themselves needing to break the law to stay safe. As a...
The RICO Act is a federal law that was passed in 1970 to combat organized crime and is abbreviated as "RICO." Traditionally, organized crime brings to mind the Mafia for which it was created. However, RICO has evolved over the years and has been applied to a variety...
Some actions violate both state law and federal law. That means it’s possible to try a defendant in both state court and federal court for the same offense if prosecutors choose to do so. Typically, federal prosecutors won’t use their resources to try someone if...
Maybe you went out to celebrate a friend's promotion after work, or perhaps someone unexpectedly bought you an extra drink while you were at the bar. You feel tipsy enough that you know it isn't safe to drive. If you are only a few blocks or a mile from your home,...