June 14, 2019

Can I Be Held Personally Responsible for Damages Caused by my Construction Company?

Introduction Louisiana has adopted the limited liability act, which allows anyone to create a limited liability company (LLC), which if acted in accordance therewith, can completely […]
June 10, 2019

Contractors: How to get Slow Paying Owners to Pay

Introduction The last few years have been a hectic time in Louisiana Courts when it comes to contractors getting paid on public construction jobs.  Since 2015, […]
June 10, 2019

The Benefits of Operating your Business as a Limited Liability Company

There are a variety of business organizations to consider for your business, including sole proprietorships, partnerships, limited liability companies (LLC), and corporations. With all of these […]
June 10, 2019

HOA/COA: Stop Waiting to Enforce the HOA Covenants

Introduction In Louisiana, Homeowners’ Association is defined as a nonprofit corporation, unincorporated association, or other legal entity, which is created pursuant to a declaration, whose members […]
June 10, 2019

HOA/COA: Step-by-Step Guide on How to Collect from Non-Paying Unit Owners

Introduction Like an ordinary business, HOA’s depend on monthly dues and special assessments to operate. In order to operate in harmony, each owner shall pay its […]
June 10, 2019

HOA/COA: Can Associations Screen Potential Buyers/Tenants?

Introduction All too often, homeowners who are a part of associations find themselves among non-compliant neighbors. In order to limit these potential non-compliant or nuisance neighbors, […]
May 15, 2019

Can my HOA/COA Prohibit my Service Animal from Living with Me?

Introduction Many associations prohibit or restrict animals from residing with you. Those restrictions are generally large dogs or other larger animals. Cats, small dogs, and similar […]
May 15, 2019

Is a Former Employee Using Confidential Business Information to Unfairly Compete?

Introduction When an employee leaves your business, you have enough to worry about: replacing the employee, training up a new employee, and maintaining all the relationships […]
May 15, 2019

Steps to Take After a Car Accident

You’ve just been in an accident.  After making sure that everyone is alright, you call the police and are told that they have sent an officer […]