A deadly I-49 crash in Natchitoches Parish is raising concerns about “sitting duck” truck accidents. In this interview, attorney Jed Cain explains the dangers posed by parked semi-trucks, Louisiana's shoulder parking laws, and how liability is evaluated after serious interstate trucking collisions.
New Louisiana laws that took effect January 1, 2026, change comparative fault standards and limit recoverable medical expenses in personal injury cases, potentially affecting car accident, wrongful death, and other civil claims across the state.
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Explore articles on clergy sexual abuse in Louisiana, including survivor stories, legal cases, and efforts to hold abusers and institutions accountable. Stay informed about this critical issue and ongoing justice efforts.
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The Archdiocese of New Orleans has been battling bankruptcy proceedings due to Louisiana sex abuse lawsuits. The bankruptcy has caused tension between diocese leaders, parishioners, state lawmakers, and survivors.
From household shocks to workplace incidents, our coverage highlights electrical accidents in New Orleans and nationwide. We report on safety tips, legal cases, and regulations designed to prevent injuries.
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A veteran New Orleans film crew member was tragically killed after coming into contact with an energized overhead power line on a local movie set, drawing new attention to the dangers of electrocution accidents in Louisiana.
Brian Katz is a partner at Herman, Katz, Gisleson & Cain (HKGC) in New Orleans. For more than two decades, he's helped people rebuild after serious injuries caused by accidents, dangerous products, and unsafe construction sites.
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Jed Cain is an accomplished trial lawyer and partner at HKGC. He practices out of the firm's Natchitoches satellite office. He focuses on defective products, maritime negligence, trucking accidents, and electrocution cases.
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Soren E. Gisleson is a partner at Herman, Katz, Gisleon & Cain (HKGC). He represents individuals and communities in personal injury, mass tort, insurance disputes, and clergy sex abuse cases.
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For over 80 years, the New Orleans personal injury law firm Herman, Katz, Gisleson & Cain has dedicated itself to achieving justice for the people we represent. We specialize in product liability, sex abuse, offshore accidents, and more.
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