Motorcyclist Killed in the Early-Morning Collision in St. Tammany
In the early morning hours, in St. Tammany, a motorcyclist was killed in a brutal collision with a truck. The truck did not yield when faced with a stop sign, and thus was the cause of this terrible accident. The driver of the truck was wearing a seatbelt and did not sustain any injuries. Unfortunately,…
Read MoreMay is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
Motorcycles are the preferred form of transportation for thousands of people in Louisiana and across the country. Their open-air freedom and the feeling of the open road, as well as the motorcycle lifestyle, are appealing to many. However, motorcycles are far more dangerous to drive on Louisiana roads than passenger cars and trucks. Because motorcyclists…
Read MoreT Bone Car Accidents in Louisiana
T-bone crashes, also known as side-impact collisions or broadsides, are some of the most deadly crashes on Louisiana roads and highways. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), T-bone accidents account for nearly 20% of fatal collisions—more deadly than any other collision type. What exactly is a T-bone accident, and how common are…
Read MoreMcKernan Partners with Semi-Professional Louisiana Soccer Club
Our firm is thrilled to share that we’ve partnered with the Louisiana Krewe Football Club as its Home Jersey Front Sponsor. LA Krewe FC is a Lafayette-based sports club that describes itself as “the link that joins grassroots amateur soccer to the professional game” and prides itself on mirroring Louisiana’s melting pot culture. The team…
Read MoreLocal Law Firm Helps Aspiring Attorney Attend Stanford University Program
Last week, Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys offered a helping hand to Dimaria Christophe, a Brusly High School sophomore who dreams of becoming an attorney. Dimaria received an invitation to attend the Intensive Law & Trial Program at Stanford University this summer. The program introduces those interested in pursuing legal careers to esteemed industry professionals and…
Read MoreClient Sprayed by a Dangerous Chemical, Due to Fractured Pump Casing
It seemed to be just another normal day for a Louisiana worker, until it turned into a real life nightmare. This southerner was focused and working hard, whenever an accident occurred. Unfortunately, our client was exposed to a chemical, TiCI4, causing severe burns and a wrongful death later. At Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys, our team…
Read MorePlaquemine Chlorine Outbreak Sends Two Dozen to Hospital
On the night of April 18, a fire in the Dow chemical plant in Plaquemine lead to a chemical leak of one of the most dangerous, most-used industrial chemicals in modern industry: chlorine. Chlorine is used in a variety of manufacturing processes, as well as common household products from plastics to bleach.
Read MoreGordon McKernan Invites You to Nominate Baton Rouge’s Family Favorites
Baton Rouge personal injury attorney Gordon McKernan encourages you to nominate your favorite businesses for Baton Rouge Parents Magazine’s annual Family Favorites contest. Every year, the magazine invites the community to nominate its favorite educators, restaurants, programs, and businesses for a chance to earn the title of “Family Favorite.” You can nominate businesses and services…
Read MoreGordon McKernan Petitions You to Support Alexandria’s Best of the Best
Alexandria personal injury attorney Gordon McKernan invites you to partake in The Town Talk’s 2022 Alexandria’s Best of the Best contest, the magazine’s annual community choice awards. Every year, the magazine invites the public to honor its favorite businesses by nominating them to be the “Best of the Best.” To nominate, simply choose a category,…
Read MoreAccidents on the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge
Every day, over 30,000 people travel on the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge between Lafayette and Baton Rouge. The bridge—also called the Louisiana Airborne Memorial Bridge—was the longest bridge in the country when it was finished in 1973. Its 18 miles is now the 3rd longest in the country, and 14th longest in the world. Tragically, the…
Read MoreTragic crash on I-10 outside New Orleans illustrates importance of distracted driving law
The driver who crashed into two vehicles on the shoulder of I-10 W outside of New Orleans, killing one of the occupants, was charged with negligent homicide on April 14. This tragic Interstate accident is a reminder of the importance of staying vigilant while driving, and the reasoning behind Louisiana’s distracted driving laws. Using a…
Read MoreGordon McKernan and LaTangela Fay Partner to Maximize Community Outreach
Louisiana personal injury attorney Gordon McKernan has partnered with Baton Rouge broadcast superstar, LaTangela Fay, to maximize his firm’s community outreach efforts. Upon meeting, McKernan and LaTangela quickly discovered that they share a wealth of values, the strongest being charity. McKernan started his charity arm, Gordon Gives, to support the children, families, and neighborhoods in…
Read MoreWhat to Do if You Get in a Car Accident on I-10
Interstate 10 carries millions of passenger vehicles, big rigs, and more across the country every year. Louisiana sees some of the most traffic on I-10 through major cities like Lake Charles, Lafayette, Baton Rouge, and New Orleans. With all the traffic, it’s no surprise that over 100 deadly car accidents happen on I-10 each year…
Read MoreIs My Car Accident Settlement Offer Fair?
A Louisiana Car Accident Lawyer Explains Calculating the total value of the injured victims’ losses in a car accident is rarely a simple matter. The factors that go into a car wreck injury settlement involve medical bills, lost wages, and other costs that have already been incurred from the accident, as well as anticipated future…
Read MoreExplosion on Boat, Causes Damage on Seaman’s Body
Our team of injury lawyers at Gordon McKernan are determined to help a southern worker involved in a tragic boat accident. The Louisiana seaman was unfortunately on the company boat when it experienced a big explosion. As a result of this horrible event, he now deals with catastrophic injuries, such as major burns and tissue…
Read More18-wheeler Carrying Hazardous Materials Overturns on I-10 in Iberville Parish
An 18-wheeler carrying the hazardous substance acrylic acid overturned in the median of I-10 in Iberville Parish around 6:30 am Wednesday morning. By 11:00 am, police had shut down all traffic heading east from I-49 in Lafayette to LA 77 near Grand Tete, to facilitate what they referred to as “an extended recovery process.” It…
Read MoreWrong-Way Driver Causes Multi-Vehicle Accident on I-10
Interstate 10 connects all of the Southern US, from the Pacific coast of California all the way to the Gulf of Mexico in Florida. One of the most dangerous sections of I-10 is located at the border of Texas and Louisiana outside of Lake Charles. This fact was brought into sharp relief on April 12,…
Read MoreYoung Boy Suffers Brain Injury, Due to Commercial Big Truck Accident
It started out to be just another day for a boy living his life in Louisiana. However, the day quickly shifted when he was involved in a big truck accident, changing his life forever. At Gordon McKernan, our team of lawyers are committed and taking action to help the young boy who now has a…
Read MoreThe Most Dangerous Highways in Louisiana
Louisiana is known for its beautiful bayous, thriving and unique culture, and for being the “Sportsman’s Paradise.” Sadly, however, Louisiana is also known for containing some of the most dangerous highways in the country. Between 2016–2020, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that there were 3,571 fatal motor vehicle crashes in Louisiana, or around…
Read MoreHow to Choose a Wrongful Death Attorney
According to the National Vital Statistics System, the fourth most common cause of death in 2020 was unintentional injuries, which killed nearly 60 Americans per 100,000 people. It may be impossible to predict when a tragic event will take the life of a loved one, but when it does, you need to have a reputable…
Read More18-wheeler accident on I-12 results in the death of a child
A multi-vehicle crash involving an 18-wheeler stopped traffic and took the life of a young child early on Thursday morning. Police first reported the crash around 9 am, stating that the tractor-trailer had jackknifed on eastbound I-12 near Albany, causing multiple collisions with other vehicles.
Read MoreCar Accident Caused by Highway Defect Results in Paraplegia
The experienced car accident lawyers at Gordon McKernan recently secured a large settlement for a client whose accident was the result of a highway defect. Our client suffered devastating spinal cord injuries and was left partially paralyzed after the incident. An accident like this one is made more tragic by the fact that it was…
Read MoreMost Common Types of Distracted Driving in Louisiana
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and the team at Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys are here to help raise awareness about this increasing problem on our Louisiana roadways. But just what is distracted driving, and why is it so dangerous? What are the most common types of distracted driving in Louisiana? In this blog, we’ll…
Read MoreGordon McKernan Attorney Holly Lamarche Named Top Lawyer in Acadiana
Holly Lamarche, attorney with Lafayette personal injury law firm Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys, was recently named a top lawyer in immigration law by Acadiana Profile magazine. Lamarche, who has been with Gordon McKernan since 2019, has proven to be an advocate for Acadiana clients both this year and in past years. Acadiana Profile’s top lawyers…
Read MoreTips to Avoid Distracted Driving in Louisiana
In our increasingly-connected world, there’s more pressure than ever before to stay constantly in-touch with family, friends, coworkers, and everyone else in our lives. This can present certain dangers when combined with the amount most Americans drive—according to a survey by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, the average American spent nearly an hour a…
Read MoreInfants Fall into Apartment Complex Pool, Resulting in Catastrophic Injury
Our team of premises liability lawyers at Gordon McKernan recently filed suit on behalf of a family dealing with the devastating aftermath of their two infant children falling into a pool at an apartment complex. One child was the victim of catastrophic brain injury who unfortunately passed away, and the sister is now quadriplegic due…
Read MoreWhat Types of Car Accidents Cause Traumatic Brain Injuries?
Car accidents are, unfortunately, very common in the United States. There are many causes that contribute to car crashes, such as distracted driving, impaired driving, and many more. While a good percentage of traffic accidents are accidental and result in minor and non-life-threatening outcomes, there are plenty that leads to more life-altering results, such as…
Read MoreSuper Fan Jadal Johnson Visits with Gordon McKernan
Louisiana personal injury attorney Gordon McKernan recently welcomed Jadal Johnson, an 8-year-old super fan, to his main Baton Rouge office for a visit. Johnson suffers from Arthrogryposis, a condition characterized by multiple joint contractures (stiffness) and muscle weakness. Johnson’s condition leaves him wheelchair-bound. However, his disability doesn’t stop him from finding joy, especially when that…
Read MoreMarketing Director for Gordon McKernan Featured on Local Podcast
Alex Ludwig, Marketing Director for Louisiana personal injury firm Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys, appeared on The FRG Podcast with Emily Mancuso, Director of Marketing for Baton Rouge’s Family Resource Group, Inc. Throughout the episode, Mancuso and Ludwig discuss various topics, including career advice, Ludwig’s career experience, and marketing strategies. Mancuso kicks off the episode by…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Louisiana Truck Driver Fatigue
Truck driver fatigue is a serious problem on the roads, highways, and other freight corridors of the United States. Truck drivers are often pushed to their physical and mental limits as they haul their freight across the country, and many suffer chronic fatigue and drowsiness as a result. Even with hours-of-service regulations keeping drivers from…
Read MoreI-10 East Closed in WBR Following Deadly Truck Wreck
A devastating crash involving a commercial bus and an 18-wheeler was reported around 11AM on I-10 just past LA 415. This area is known as the “Devil’s Triangle” in Louisiana due to the high number of truck crashes and car accidents that happen there. After running into a cable barrier in the median, the bus…
Read MorePileup forced 6-hour closure on Basin Bridge
Around 1:30 in the morning on March 22, a seven-car pileup was reported on I-10 East between Atchafalaya and Ramah. State Police have reported that this wreck involved two 18-wheelers. The cleanup from the accident lasted until 7:30 in the morning, when law enforcement officers stated they had to wake up drivers who had fallen…
Read MoreLA Tech Athletes Steele Netterville, Taylor Young, and Davon Harris Sign NIL Deals with Gordon McKernan
Louisiana personal injury attorney Gordon McKernan has signed Name, Image, & Likeness (NIL) deals with LA Tech baseball players, Steele Netterville and Taylor Young, and LA Tech football player, Davon “Smoke” Harris. Since signing his first NIL deal with Tigers Women’s Basketball star Alexis Morris in December 2021, McKernan has quickly proven himself to be…
Read MoreTigers Football Stars and Gordon McKernan Team Together for Down Syndrome Awareness Event
Baton Rouge personal injury attorney Gordon McKernan and Tigers Football players Kayshon Boutte, Gregory Brooks, Miles Frazier, Kyren Lacy, and Malik Nabers have formed a team for the Down Syndrome Awareness Group (DSAG) of Baton Rouge’s Buddy Walk on March 26. Before signing his first Name, Image, & Likeness (NIL) deal with Tigers Women’s Basketball…
Read MoreGordon McKernan to Host Live Autograph Signing with Kayshon Boutte at Modesto in Baton Rouge
Louisiana personal injury attorney Gordon McKernan and Tigers Football star Kayshon Boutte will appear together for a live signing at Baton Rouge’s Modesto restaurant on Friday, March 25. The powerhouse attorney and football phenomenon’s partnership began a few months ago when Boutte signed a Name, Image, & Likeness (NIL) deal with McKernan. Since securing the…
Read MoreGordon McKernan Gives Away Autographed Tigers Women’s Basketball
Louisiana personal injury attorney Gordon McKernan has launched a giveaway for a basketball signed by the “Get Gordon Athletes” of the Tigers Women’s Basketball team. In light of the Tigers Women’s basketball team’s highly anticipated appearance in the NCAA tournament, McKernan invited the team to participate in a special giveaway. Last week, the team joined…
Read MoreMcKernan Scores a Touchdown by Securing NIL Deals with UL Athletes
Lafayette personal injury law firm Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys has signed Name, Image, & Likeness (NIL) deals with UL football players Andre Jones and Dontae Fleming. After finding success with his LSU NIL deals, Gordon McKernan has extended the NIL deals to UL’s football players. When asked about the NIL deals, McKernan said, “I’m thrilled…
Read MoreLafayette firefighter injured after fire truck was smashed by drunk driver
A Lafayette firefighter’s condition is critical but stable after diving off an I-10 overpass near the Louisiana Avenue exit on Wednesday, March 10. He had to jump off the overpass to avoid his fire truck, which was hit by an allegedly drunk 18-wheeler driver out of Mississippi. Though we don’t know who the firefighter was,…
Read MoreTruck Wreck on I-12 Kills Driver in Resulting Blaze
On Wednesday, February 24, near the Hammond exit of I-12, a semi-truck caught fire after striking the cable barrier at the side of the highway. The driver was killed as a result of the blaze. An investigation into the wreck’s cause is still ongoing, but this tragedy is a stark reminder of how important it…
Read MoreSchool Bus Crash in West Baton Rouge Parish
In a tragic turn of events, a school bus was involved in a multi-vehicle crash in West Baton Rouge Parish on Tuesday, February 24. As reported by BR Proud, the crash happened about 3:30 PM at the corner of LA 1 and Emily Drive. The school bus turned left across the highway and was T-boned…
Read MoreSeveral Injured in the Marathon Plant Explosion
This past Monday, February 21, 2022, workers at Marathon refinery in Garyville were impacted by an on-site explosion at about 9:30 am, which led to a fire. Luckily, the fire was quickly extinguished and all employees and contract workers were accounted for, but six employees were mildly injured by the blast and resulting blaze. In…
Read MoreTigers Women’s Basketball Team and Gordon McKernan Team Together for More NIL Deals
Louisiana personal injury attorney Gordon McKernan has elevated his Name, Image, & Likeness (NIL) deals by signing the Tigers Women’s basketball team. Since signing his first NIL deal with Lady Tiger Alexis Morris, McKernan has redefined college athlete partnerships by extending NIL deals to the Lady Tigers team through the end of the basketball season.…
Read MoreGordon McKernan’s Super Bowl LVI Commercial Features Five LSU Football Players
In a first of its kind, Louisiana personal injury lawyer Gordon McKernan highlighted his partnerships with LSU football players Kayshon Boutte, Gregory Brooks, Miles Frazier, Malik Nabers, and Kyren Lacy in a Super Bowl LVI commercial. Over the past few weeks, McKernan signed Name, Image, & Likeness (NIL) deals with several Louisiana college athletes, including…
Read MoreTigers Basketball Star Alexis Morris and Gordon McKernan Have Teamed Up to Make History in Preparation of the Big Game
This weekend, Louisiana personal injury lawyer Gordon McKernan is working with Tigers women’s basketball star Alexis Morris to support the Tigers, give back, and announce a surprise that Morris has been working on the past few weeks. Morris stopped by McKernan’s main Baton Rouge office on Wednesday to pass out tickets to employees for this…
Read MoreLSU Football Standout Kayshon Boutte Signs NIL Deal with Gordon McKernan
Baton Rouge, Louisiana – Baton Rouge-based personal injury law firm Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys has signed a blockbuster Name, Image, & Likeness (NIL) deal with LSU Football standout wide receiver Kayshon Boutte. This is Gordon McKernan’s second NIL deal with an LSU athlete, and his first through MatchPoint Connection, a marketplace that provides compliance expertise…
Read MoreGordon Gives Donates $5,000 to Sylvia’s Toys for Christmas
Baton Rouge, Louisiana – Despite hundreds of leads flooding into Gordon McKernan’s Grinch Stoppers Hotline, the 20-foot-tall inflatable Santa displayed annually at the Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys office off I-10 in Baton Rouge was not found. The 10-foot-tall inflatable Santa that was later stolen from the Gonzales office also remains lost. Since no tip led…
Read MoreGordon McKernan Rings in the New Year with a Giveaway!
Another year has ended, and Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys is feeling extremely grateful for another year of love and support from the state of Louisiana. To ring in the New Year and to thank our community members for their support, we are hosting a month-long giveaway! The Gordon Gives team is giving away FOUR $100…
Read MoreGordon Increases Reward to $3,000 for Information Leading to Santa’s Whereabouts
We have increased the reward for information leading to the whereabouts of our missing Santa and his kidnapper to $3,000! “We’ve had a ton of leads, but still no luck finding our 20 foot stolen Santa last seen in front of our Baton Rouge office last week. Please call our Grinch Stoppers Hotline at 225-923-4033!…
Read MoreHelp! Santa Kidnapped from Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys.
Gordon is offering a $2,000 reward for information leading to Santa’s whereabouts.
Read MoreRoundup® Lawsuits in Louisiana
The most highly used herbicide in the world, Bayer Monsanto’s Roundup®, is known for killing weeds and leaving minimal damage to the environment. Approximately 250 million pounds of RoundUp® is sprayed on crops and common areas like lawns, driveways, and parks in the U.S. each year. This product claims to be one of the safest…
Read MoreZantac Lawsuits – Bladder & Stomach Cancer
Zantac — a popular heartburn medication which was deemed safe enough to be sold over the counter tested positive recently for unsafe levels of a cancer-causing chemical. The makers of Zantac (ranitidine) are now facing a product liability lawsuit that claims the drug contains N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA), which is a chemical classified as a probable carcinogen…
Read MoreHead on Truck Collisions
Head-On Truck Collisions: When Your Travel Turns Tragic Sharing the highway with a large truck is sometimes an intimidating experience. The sheer size and weight of a fully-loaded tractor-trailer is no match for a smaller truck, passenger car, or motorcycle. A head-on collision involving a large truck is especially tragic and, sometimes, deadly. If…
Read MoreChild Passenger Safety Awareness Week | September 2021
September 19-25, 2021 is Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week, an annual nationwide campaign that highlights the importance of ensuring that all children are properly secured in an appropriate car seat or seat belt. Louisiana law states that all drivers and passengers, regardless of which seat they occupy in a vehicle, must wear a seat belt, or be properly restrained in a child…
Read MoreGordon McKernan Injury Attorney Ryan Lloyd Nominated for the Top 20 under 40 Young Professionals of Northeast Louisiana
Each year, the Monroe Chamber of Commerce and the Northeast Louisiana Young Professionals select outstanding young professionals who are advancing in their careers, remaining active in the community, and who are dedicated to making Northeast Louisiana a better place to live and work. This year, Ryan Lloyd, an attorney at Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys in Monroe, was…
Read MoreGordon McKernan’s 12 Months of Giving: September
Gordon’s 12 Months of Giving initiative, a giveaway that takes place on Gordon McKernan’s social media platforms each month, continues with an exciting LSU football giveaway! To give back and show our appreciation for our communities and their support across the state, Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys and its charity arm, Gordon Gives, are hosting a monthly giveaway throughout 2021. To celebrate the…
Read MoreGordon McKernan’s 12 Months of Giving: August
Happy Dog Days of Summer! Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys’ takes pride in being a sponsor of WBRZ’s Dog Days of Summer initiative. WBRZ has partnered with Friends of the Animals Baton Rouge, an Animal Rescue Service, to help and spread awareness on all the animals in the area who are up for adoption. Every Friday at noon during July and August, WBRZ goes live at the adoption house to show what…
Read MoreGordon McKernan’s 12 Months of Giving: July
After over a year of postponement, the moment we have all been waiting for is here, The Olympics! For over 100 years, the world has gathered to watch the best athletes compete against one another. This year, more than ever, is a time to celebrate the three core values of the Olympics: excellence, friendship, and…
Read MoreHappy Independence Day
Independence Day, also referred to as America’s Birthday or the 4th of July, is an annual celebration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. The Continental Congress voted in favor of independence from Great Britain on July 2, 1776. However, the formal adoption of the Declaration of Independence, written mainly…
Read MoreCelebrating Juneteenth in Louisiana
On April 12, 1861, Confederate troops fired on Fort Sumter in South Caroline ushering in an era of violence and death in America. On January 1, 1863, three years into the war, The Emancipation Proclamation was signed by President Lincoln. This proclamation would free all slaves in the US. However, many slaves, especially those in…
Read MoreGordon McKernan Injury Attorneys Holds Grand Opening for New Monroe Office
Visitors will receive sweet treats from local favorite, Eskamoe’s Date: June 14, 2021 Time: 2:30 pm Location: 2700 Forsythe Ave, Monroe, LA 71201 Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys, a leading provider of quality legal services throughout the State of Louisiana, is excited to announce their new office in Monroe, Louisiana.…
Read MoreGordon McKernan Celebrates New Shreveport Office With Grand Opening
Guests will receive free lunch compliments of Gordon McKernan Date: June 14, 2021 Time: 11:00 am Location: 1754 E. 70th St., Shreveport, LA 71105 Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys, a leading provider of quality legal services throughout the State of Louisiana, is excited to announce a new office in Shreveport, Louisiana. Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys’…
Read MoreGordon McKernan Celebrates Hospital Workers: Ascension Hospital Workers Will Receive Treats from Mr. Milkshake
Baton Rouge, LA, May 14, 2021 – National Hospital week is an opportunity for all of us to acknowledge and celebrate the hard work, dedication, and patience we receive from these essential workers. Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys and Penny’s Pantry are hosting Mr.Milkshake, a local food truck, at the Baton Rouge General Ascension location on Thursday, May 20. All the employees at this location will be…
Read MoreHappy Cinco de Mayo! Celebrate with the Gordon McKernan team at Izzo’s in Lafayette
We have partnered with Izzo’s to celebrate Cinco de Mayo! Gordon and Ozzie, the owner of Izzo’s, have been friends for many years and are always looking for ways to give back to the community. Traditionally, Cinco de Mayo is seen as a time of celebration and pride. Although this day is not…
Read MoreGordon McKernan’s 12 Months of Giving: April
Put down the phone and pay attention: April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. According to NSC, more than 700 people per day are injured in distracted driving crashes. People struggle with so many distractions while driving – whether it be texting, changing the song on the radio, setting the navigation, putting on makeup, and…
Read MoreIt Was Just a Fender Bender; I Think I’ll Take The Early Settlement Offer
Fender Benders and Early Settlement Offers It was just a fender bender. No need to involve insurance companies and raise your rates, right? You’re just a little sore, nothing major, right? Your life is busy, and you want your car fixed to get back to normal. Most individuals avoid filing an insurance claim in fear…
Read MoreGordon McKernan Injury Attorneys Expands Footprint in Alexandria
Open House and FREE lunch on April 8th, 2021 March 22, 2021 (Alexandria, LA) – Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys, a leading provider of quality legal services throughout the state of Louisiana, is excited to announce an office move in Alexandria, LA. Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys has moved to 4207 Parliament Dr. Suite A, Alexandria, LA 71303. In…
Read MoreRear-End Collisions
Who is Responsible in A Rear-End Accident? Rear-end collisions are one of the most frequent types of accidents—so frequent, in fact, that they have earned the nickname fender-benders. That name makes rear-end collisions sound harmless. In fact, rear-end collisions were responsible for more than 7 percent of fatal vehicle crashes nationwide in one recent year.…
Read MoreGordon McKernan’s Twelve Months of Giving: March
Happy March! Every year, this month is dedicated to honoring women’s contributions in American History. To celebrate women and support women-owned businesses, we are giving away 6 women-owned gift baskets across the state of Louisiana! Each gift basket includes: 1 Louisiana coffee mug from Hands Producing Hope 1 Swell Bottle 1 bag of Purely Elizabeth Granola 1 Turbie Twist Hair…
Read MoreThings to Do After a Car Accident That’s Not Your Fault
Determining Fault in Car Wreck Car accidents are very common, with more than 6.7 million car crashes occurring in a recent year, resulting in more than 36,000 fatalities. These accidents also caused injuries to nearly 1.9 million people in the same year. Our car wreck lawyers highlight considerations and steps to take after a car…
Read MoreSideswipe Car Accidents
Why You Need a Car Accident Lawyer for Sideswipe Collisions Some may equate vehicle sideswiping with minor fender benders. While sideswipes often involve mere glancing blows between vehicles, they can also cause major crashes because of intoxicated driving, speeding, distraction, and other reckless driving behaviors. As with any vehicle crash, a sideswipe has the potential…
Read MoreUnderstanding Your Options After a Semi-Truck Accident
Get The Most From Your Truck Accident Claim While commercial semi-trucks serve an essential purpose, they also pose increased risks of wreck injuries and fatalities. Semi-trucks are large, heavy, and require special skill and training to drive safely. If a semi-truck wreck injured you, a truck accident lawyer could help you understand your legal options…
Read MoreRecovering Damages From Reckless Driving
Reckless Driving Car Accidents All drivers have a responsibility to obey the road rules and drive safely for the road conditions. Unfortunately, some drivers deliberately operate their vehicles in a way that endangers other drivers, passengers, bicyclists, and pedestrians. We refer to all of these practices as reckless driving. Our experienced auto accident attorneys explains…
Read MoreRoad Rage Car Accidents
What is Road Rage? Road rage is a commonly used term to describe aggressive drivers. But did you know that road rage refers to a specific set of aggressive behaviors that are quite distinct from aggressive driving? Below learn the distinct differences of road rage and aggressive driving from our experienced auto injury accident lawyers.…
Read MoreGordon McKernan’s Twelve Months of Giving: February
To honor and celebrate Black History Month, we have teamed up with black-owned businesses across the state of Louisiana for our February giveaway. We think it is essential to respect and support black-owned businesses this month and every month. We will be giving away TWO $100 gift cards in the cities listed below to the following black-owned…
Read MoreSemi Truck Blind Spots
Injuries After Blind Spot Truck Accident Blind spots surround a tractor-trailer, preventing the driver from seeing your vehicle. Understanding where the blind spots are and how to avoid them may just save your life. Passing with a large truck with care is crucial to avoiding a serious crash. If you experienced injuries in a truck…
Read MoreHead-On Truck Collisions
When Your Travel Turns Tragic Sharing the highway with a large truck is sometimes an intimidating experience. The sheer size and weight of a fully-loaded tractor-trailer is no match for a smaller truck, passenger car, or motorcycle. A head-on collision involving a large truck is especially tragic and, sometimes, deadly. If you suffered serious injuries…
Read MoreYour Virtually Perfect Guide to Mardi Gras 2021
Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler! Celebrating Mardi Gras During a Pandemic The parades might be canceled, but you can’t truly cancel Mardi Gras any more than you can cancel Christmas! Mardi Gras is a season, a spirit, a tradition! It is more than the decorations or the parades. Although we are disappointed, we will not…
Read MoreGordon McKernan’s Twelve Months of Giving
Thank you to all who participated in our Top Fan AirPod giveaway! Your support and love do not go unnoticed. Due to such an amazing turnout, we have decided to host a full year of giveaways! We are excited to announce our newest endeavor, Gordon McKernan’s Twelve Months of Giving! We have always believed it…
Read MoreGMIA to Host Mobile Blood Drive in Baton Rouge
Due to the coronavirus pandemic many businesses and industries are feeling the impacts of the recent stay-at-home order. This includes local hospitals that are facing a shortage of blood supplies. As emergencies never stop occurring and hospitals resume surgical procedures, it is important that we do our part to help replenish these supplies. At Gordon McKernan Injury…
Read MoreGetting Back To Normal
As businesses and communities begin to reopen, everyone is looking for ways to get back to “normal.” However, we must remember that Coronavirus (COVID) has not gone away. We need to remain vigilant with our health and safety precautions. The guidelines set forth by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are there to protect…
Read More#MaskUp Louisiana FREE Mask Giveaways as Louisiana Opens
Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys | May 8, 2020 Updated 5/22/2020 As Louisiana works to open its doors, many citizens will need masks to protect themselves against the virus and follow guidelines set by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. According to the CDC website, “CDC recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other…
Read MoreTop 7 Things to Consider When Going Back to Work
As COVID-19 fears and stay-at-home orders are lifted, it will eventually be time for nonessential employees to return to work. Still, even as everyone attempts to get back to normal, both businesses and individuals will have been seriously affected in some way. While we can’t say exactly when people will be back on their jobs,…
Read MoreVirtual Office Capabilities in a Law Firm
Gordon J. McKernan At Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys, the health and safety of our clients and staff are our most important priority. We have adapted our practices to ensure the health of our clients and staff during this COVID-19 (coronavirus) crisis. During this time, we are still available to help our existing and any new…
Read MorePenny’s Pantry for Healthcare Workers
Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys | Community Over 265 employees at the Baton Rouge General Hospital will have the opportunity to receive one bag of Blue Buffalo dog or cat food courtesy of Gordon McKernan and a local pet store. Each bag will contain a coupon to receive an additional free bag of Blue Buffalo dog food from…
Read MoreFDA calls for immediate removal of Zantac from shelves
The FDA has announced its request today to immediately remove the heartburn drug Zantac and all over-the-counter ranitidine drugs from shelves. An ongoing investigation by the Food and Drug Administration determined that levels of n-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA), a contaminant in the heartburn medication, increase over time, which poses a risk to the public health. According to…
Read MoreThings to Know if You’ve Been Taking Ranitidine (Zantac)
Posted on Feb 10 , 2020 Better known under the brand name Zantac, Ranitidine has been available by prescription and over-the-counter purchase. Ranitidine products that are purchased over-the-counter are most commonly used to prevent and relieve heartburn. Prescription-strength Ranitidine products are more often taken to treat and prevent more severe ulcers in the intestines and…
Read MoreLouisiana Food Bank Drive – Penny Drive 2019
“In Louisiana, 773,850 people are struggling with hunger- and of them 255,640 are children.” We at Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys believe it is our responsibility and privilege to help those in need. In 2019 we started our first “Penny” Drive” initiative to raise funds for the food banks throughout the state of Louisiana. With the help of…
Read MoreMonsanto’s Roundup® Found to Cause Cancer by Jury
The case of the plaintiff, Edwin Hardeman, went to trial in February 2019, in a San Francisco courtroom. Mr. Hardeman’s case is the first of many cases involving plaintiffs claiming the widely-used weedkiller, Roundup®, developed by Monsanto (purchased by Bayer in 2016) causes non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and other types of cancer. The jury selected at Mr. Hardeman’s trial was asked to…
Read MoreYour Vote Matters – Runoff Governor’s Race 2019
As early voting is upon us, please consider re-electing Governor Edwards. Early voting begins Saturday, November 2 through Saturday, November 9, 2019, from 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM (no voting on Sunday, November 3). The runoff election will take place on Saturday, November 16, 2019. Governor Edwards was a state representative before serving as governor and…
Read MoreCelebrating 27 Years at Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys
Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys is proudly celebrating 27 YEARS of practice in Louisiana and owes it all to the support of this community. Serving Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Shreveport, Alexandria, Lake Charles, Monroe, Hammond and surrounding areas with exceptional legal service has been his most significant addition to a profound McKernan family legacy. From the very…
Read MoreSouthern University Athletics Sponsorship
Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys is a sponsor of the Southern University Athletics. Many of our attorneys and staff have graduated from Southern University and Southern University Law Center. It is always our goal to give back to those that are part of the communities we belong to. Thank you, Southern University for producing so many…
Read MoreGordon McKernan Injury Attorneys Shreveport Named Top 3 Personal Injury Lawyers
Our Shreveport location is honored to be named on the list of Top 3 Personal Injury Lawyers in the area. Our firm in Shreveport was handpicked using a 50-point inspection, which included customer reviews, history, complaints, ratings, satisfaction, trust, cost, and general excellence. Our team would like to extend a huge thank you to our…
Read MoreClass Action Lawsuit FAQs
What is a class-action lawsuit? In the event that a large group of people suffers the same or similar damages or injuries from the use of a specific product or service, the group is able to come together to sue the defendant in a class-action lawsuit. Many cases are the result of harm by a defective…
Read MoreGordon McKernan Abogados de Accidentes Ahora Están Aceptando Casos de Inmigración
El equipo de abogados de Gordon McKernan se complace en anunciar que nuestra firma ahora está aceptando casos relacionados con la inmigración. Nuestra firma ofrece abogados con experiencia que están al día con las leyes de inmigración y asesoría legal en español e inglés. Si usted o alguien que conoce está trabajando o viviendo en los…
Read MoreChanges Coming to Louisiana Car Seat Laws in August
New, more strict car seat laws are scheduled to take effect in Louisiana on August 1. The Louisiana Senate Bill 76, signed into law by Governor John Bel Edwards, is focused on ensuring that children fit in the car seats properly. New Louisiana Child Safety Seat Law Details: Children under age two must be restrained…
Read MoreGordon McKernan Injury Attorneys Plans Lafayette Office Expansion
Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys is excited to announce plans to move our Lafayette office to Verot School Road. We have outgrown our current space and are incredibly proud to be able to continue building relationships within the Lafayette area. The new office, formerly the 2-story Physiques Women’s Fitness Center, will be open to clients beginning…
Read MoreGordon McKernan Injury Attorneys Opens Zachary Law Firm
Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys is proud to announce our newest office has opened in Zachary, LA. The Zachary law office is our tenth location in Louisiana. With local staffed offices in Gonzales and Denham Springs, we saw the need to continue extending our services for our clients in the greater Baton Rouge area. We are excited to…
Read MoreWhat Can Cause a Big Truck Accident?
Big truck accidents happen often among drivers on major transportation hubs, and the results are usually no less than devastating. The effects of an accident with an 18-wheeler can be extreme when compared to a wreck involving another ordinary vehicle. In terms of a big truck or big rig, we mean 18-wheelers, dump trucks, chemical trucks, tractor-trailers, flatbeds,…
Read MoreGordon McKernan Answers Car Wreck FAQs
At Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys, we have handled over 200+ Personal Injury Million+ verdicts and settlements. Our firm has been able to help many people across Louisiana, and with 679+ years of combined legal experience and over $3 Billion recovered for accident victims, we have received many common questions related to car wreck cases. Read more to…
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