Many work sites are inherently dangerous places. Very different hazards are presented by the unique conditions of the job itself such as offshore platforms, jack-up barges, in lumber mills and paper plants, on fishing and shrimp boats, and in petrochemical facilities. No matter how your work injury might have occurred, we can analyze the facts of your situation and help you.
Although basic compensation for on-the-job accidents will generally be covered under Louisiana Worker's Compensation, it is also possible that a third party can be held liable for the greater damages available in a personal injury or negligence lawsuit. Sometimes, an employee's on-the-job injury is caused by the fault of someone other than his employer. An employee in today's working world is often surrounded at job sites by employees of other companies. They are called third parties. The tort/negligence immunity law for employers does not prevent the injured worker from filing a regular negligence suit against a third party who might be at fault for his injury. For example, if your injury was caused by defective tools or equipment, or the negligence of the employee of another contractor or company, you will probably be able to pursue personal injury claims against the non-employer defendant at the same time that worker's compensation takes care of some of your lost income and medical expenses.
At Stutes & Lavergne, your personal injury lawyer will conduct a thorough investigation of your accident, your injuries, and your legal rights under different state and federal laws. We will explain to you all of your legal options, and we will make sure that you have enough specific information to make decisions that will best serve the interests of your family and yourself. We never forget that this is your case and that we work for you.
Many work sites are inherently dangerous places. Very different hazards are presented by the unique conditions of the job itself such as offshore platforms, jack-up barges, in lumber mills and paper plants, on fishing and shrimp boats, and in petrochemical facilities. No matter how your work injury might have occurred, we can analyze the facts of your situation and help you. 
