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Award-Winning New Orleans Clergy Abuse Documentary God As My Witness Now Streaming on Relay

What began as one family’s search for answers became a documentary exploring decades of clergy sexual abuse allegations, survivor experiences, and the pursuit of accountability in New Orleans.

By New Orleans Legal Examiner

/ 20 Aug 2026

Church interior lit by suns rays penetrating through a colorful stained glass window behind a pulpit.

Louisiana's Truck Parking Grant Could Improve Highway Safety, But Illegal Shoulder Parking Still Puts Drivers at Risk

Louisiana's new truck parking initiative highlights a growing highway safety concern. Attorney Jed Cain explains why trucks park on interstate shoulders, how "sitting duck" truck accidents happen, and what injured victims should know after a Louisiana trucking accident.

By Jed Cain

/ 6 Aug 2026

Louisiana's Truck Parking Grant Could Improve Highway Safety, But Illegal Shoulder Parking Still Puts Drivers at Risk

Arrest of Louisiana Youth Pastor Highlights Why Childhood Sexual Abuse Cases Often Surface Years Later

A recent Louisiana youth pastor arrest highlights why childhood sexual abuse survivors often wait years to come forward. Learn how Louisiana's lookback law gives many survivors until June 2027 to pursue civil sex abuse claims.

By Soren E. Gisleson

/ 20 Jul 2026

Steeple of wooden white country church with clouds surrounding it.

New NIH Kratom Study Could Advance Opioid Addiction Research, But Safety Questions Remain

The NIH has cleared the way for the first human trial of a purified kratom compound for opioid use disorder. But what does the announcement mean for consumers, Louisiana's kratom ban, and ongoing safety concerns?

By Jed Cain

/ 17 Jun 2026

Two female and one male researchers working together in a lab with viles, a computer screen and other testing equipment.

Louisiana Families Urged to Take Water Safety Seriously This Summer

As Louisiana families enjoy pools, lakes, rivers, and Gulf beaches this summer, experts warn that drowning and near-drowning incidents can happen quickly. Learn water safety tips and how negligence may contribute to preventable tragedies.

By New Orleans Legal Examiner

/ 8 Jun 2026

View from behind a group of kids jumping into a lake from a dock.

Why Hurricanes Are Driving Up Louisiana Homeowners Insurance Costs

As hurricane season begins, Louisiana homeowners face more than just storm risks. Rising insurance premiums, larger deductibles, and shrinking coverage are creating what some call a growing “hurricane tax.”

By Jed Cain

/ 1 Jun 2026

Insurance agent holding an insurance policy and consulting with a customer before signing the policy form.

Louisiana Electrocution and Power Line Accidents Highlight Risks During National Electrical Safety Month

Recent electrical accident investigations have raised concerns about storm recovery work, industrial job sites, and other high-risk environments where overlooked safety hazards can lead to catastrophic injuries.

By Jed Cain

/ 14 May 2026

Electrical worker on a ladder fixing electrical lines with the sun setting.

Offshore Drilling Policy Changes Raise New Safety Questions for Gulf Workers

Offshore drilling policy changes are raising new safety concerns in the Gulf. This article explains how increased production and shifting regulations impact worker safety, common causes of offshore injuries, and the legal rights available to injured workers.

By Jed Cain

/ 4 May 2026

Supply boats coming and going from an oil and gas drilling platform in Gulf waters.

Kratom Poisonings Surge as Louisiana Ban Raises Safety Questions

Kratom poisonings continue to rise nationwide, with most deaths tied to multiple substances. Months after Louisiana’s ban, new questions are emerging about its impact and ongoing risks.

By Jed Cain

/ 23 Apr 2026

Black and white image of a man's hand holding a variety of multi-colored pills.

AI Deepfake Abuse in Schools Leads to New Louisiana Legislation

A Louisiana middle school deepfake case has sparked new legislation targeting AI-generated child sexual abuse material, as lawmakers push stricter penalties and stronger protections for victims.

By Jed Cain

/ 9 Apr 2026

Teens standng in a group using their phones which are different colors.

Lineman Injured in Louisiana Highlights Dangers of Power Line Repairs After a Storm

A Louisiana lineman suffered severe electrical burns while repairing power lines damaged by a winter storm, highlighting the dangerous conditions lineworkers face during storm recovery and the serious risks of electrocution and electrical injuries.

By Jed Cain

/ 10 Mar 2026

Two electrical line workers repairing powerlines.

Fiery Crash Shuts Down I-49 in Natchitoches: What Drivers Should Know About “Sitting Duck” Truck Crashes

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.

By New Orleans Legal Examiner

/ 4 Mar 2026

A large tractor-trailer truck parked on the side of the highway next to a no parking sign.