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Louisiana's equal custody law now starts at 50/50
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A new Louisiana custody law took effect Aug. 1, 2026, and now requires courts to begin joint custody cases with equal parenting time unless a judge finds that arrangement is not feasible or not in a child’s best interest.
Four State 48 Law Firm attorneys earn Best Lawyers honors for 2027
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State 48 Law Firm said four of its attorneys were recognized in the 2027 editions of The Best Lawyers in America and The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch.
Mesothelioma Victims Center pushes families of exposed workers to seek legal help
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The Mesothelioma Victims Center is urging families of former construction and skilled trades workers diagnosed with asbestos-related lung cancer or mesothelioma to seek legal guidance and call for direct access to attorneys.
Her Game, Her Future Fest brings 153 young women to LSU New Orleans
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The Marc and Kiki Barnes Foundation drew more than 153 high school and college-aged young women to LSU New Orleans for its inaugural career fest focused on sports, business, media and leadership.
One informational web page can answer dozens of customer questions
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A New Orleans web developer says businesses can use one well-organized informational page to answer multiple related customer questions instead of creating separate pages for each one. The approach can improve customer education, support staff and…
Luggage can change which vehicle works for group travel
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Group transportation planners in New Orleans are being urged to factor in luggage, not just passenger count, when choosing vehicles for airport transfers, cruise trips, conventions and other group travel.
Chopin Law Firm lands No. 1,701 on Inc. 5000
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The Chopin Law Firm was ranked No. 1,701 on the 2026 Inc. 5000, reflecting 205% revenue growth from 2022 to 2025. The New Orleans firm was the highest-ranked law firm in the city and the third fastest-growing law firm in Louisiana.
Women to Gather for Live Jazz Sound Bath in New Orleans Church
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A women-focused sound bath will bring live New Orleans jazz and sound healing to a restored 19th-century church in the Marigny on Friday, July 3, during Independence Day weekend.
BillOfSale.app finds 11 states require bills of sale for private car sales
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A 50-state review by BillOfSale.app found wide variation in private used-car sale rules, including bill-of-sale requirements, notarization, deadlines and taxes.
Halversen Law launches hurricane claim hub for Florida and South Carolina policyholders
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Halversen Law launched HurricaneLaw.Pro on Aug. 13 to give Florida and South Carolina homeowners and business owners one place to track storms, calculate deductibles, review denial letters and request a free claim review.
Mesothelioma Compensation Center expands in-home legal consultations for asbestos victims
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The Mesothelioma Compensation Center is offering in-home consultations with national mesothelioma attorneys for oil refinery and chemical plant workers diagnosed with mesothelioma or asbestos-related lung cancer.
Heather Tedesco joins Crescent Sotheby's International Realty
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Crescent Sotheby’s International Realty has added Heather Tedesco, a 19-year real estate veteran with deep Northshore and Greater New Orleans ties.
BMF marks 100 years in New Orleans
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Beuerman Miller Fitzgerald, Inc. launched a centennial campaign to mark 100 years of branding, advertising and crisis work from New Orleans.
Commercial vehicle crashes bring added legal and investigative complexity
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Commercial vehicle accidents often trigger broader investigations, more regulations, and more potential defendants than passenger-car collisions.
All Dogs Unleashed Bossier City says off-leash training demand is rising in northwest Louisiana
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All Dogs Unleashed Bossier City says more pet owners in Caddo and Bossier parishes want dogs that can handle off-leash areas safely and respond under distraction.
Former Marine brings military discipline to dog training in Shreveport
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All Dogs Unleashed Dog Training Shreveport says Director of Training César Rosa is using Marine Corps-style standards to tighten consistency across its programs.
Formaspace and Cramer team up for HCD 2026 lab showcase
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Formaspace and Cramer will present an integrated lab environment at Healthcare Design Conference + Expo 2026 in New Orleans, highlighting adaptable furniture and technical seating for spaces that need to change with equipment and workflows.
Navy veterans urged to seek direct legal help for asbestos cancer claims
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The US Navy Veterans Lung Cancer & Mesothelioma Advocate is urging Navy veterans with asbestos-related lung cancer or mesothelioma to contact its hotline for direct access to attorneys it says can maximize compensation.
Chopin Law Firm partners present Louisiana tort reform CLE in Greece
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Phil Lorio and Adam Sanderson of The Chopin Law Firm delivered a one-hour CLE on Louisiana tort reform at Loyola University New Orleans College of Law’s Greece Conference in Spetses, Greece, from June 11-15, 2026. The session reviewed major…
Louisiana injury claims can include pain and suffering damages
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A Baton Rouge personal injury firm says Louisiana law can allow injured people to seek compensation for pain, emotional distress and other non-economic losses beyond medical bills and property damage.
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