One of the more unique aspects of Louisiana law was its 1-year statute of limitations (liberative prescription) for tort claims. The one-year time period to file a lawsuit was stress-inducing for plaintiffs, particularly in...more
In a recent decision, the New Mexico Supreme Court ruled in the case of Sipp v. Buffalo Thunder Inc. that state courts do not have the authority to adjudicate tort claims filed by casino visitors. The unanimous decision...more
Here is what a pure tort liability system will mean for car accident victims and drivers in Michigan - Yesterday House Republicans introduced legislation to repeal Michigan’s 45-year-old No Fault auto insurance law and...more