What To Wear to Court in Louisiana

Depending on your case, you may never have to set foot in a courtroom. However, if you are required to appear in court, you’ll need to consider several things, like how you should dress and present yourself. How you look and behave in the courtroom can have an impact on the outcome of your personal… read more

Personal Injury Settlements: Myths Vs. Reality 

Unfortunately, there is a lot of misinformation surrounding personal injury cases, which can make it difficult for accident victims to have a good understanding of their legal rights and options.  A personal injury lawyer from Kenny Habetz Injury Law can dispel these common myths and tell you the real deal. Continue reading this blog post… read more

How Are Pain and Suffering Damages Calculated?

“Pain and suffering” are a form of non-economic damages that compensate you for the physical pain you might experience after a car accident, for example, or a workplace accident.  Naturally, it is difficult to place a dollar value on something so intangible as pain. Nevertheless, people do it every day, both in and out of… read more

How to Write a Settlement Demand Letter in Louisiana

Insurance companies pay most personal injury claims, especially in vehicle accident cases. The great majority of personal injury cases settle out of court after a period of negotiation. The most common way to kick off negotiations with an insurance company is by sending a settlement demand letter.  Preliminary Matters Before Sending a Demand Letter or… read more

Highest Paid Types Of Lawyers: Must Read

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the 2021 median income for lawyers in the United States in 2021 was $127,990. However, some lawyers make much less than this amount, while others make much more.  Many factors can affect the potential salary a lawyer makes, including the geographic region where they work, where they… read more

What Is the Difference Between a Lawyer and an Attorney?

These days, the terms “lawyer” and “attorney” tend to be used interchangeably. But did you know there is actually a historical difference between the two and which jobs each could work in? So what is the difference between a lawyer and an attorney, and how do you know which one you need? Traditionally, an attorney… read more