John W. Redmann | April 9, 2025 | Miscellaneous
Louisiana laws cover numerous aspects of daily life. The revised statutes include laws related to criminal acts, personal injury, elections, motor vehicles, public roadways, and numerous other topics. Laws help keep the peace and protect people when someone causes them harm or injury. They govern our relationships with family members, the government, and other members of the public.
Some laws still in effect today could get you into trouble. Five strange but true laws in Louisiana that many people regularly disobey include:
1. Wearing a Mask in Public
It is difficult to believe that wearing a mask in public could be illegal, especially in New Orleans. However, it is true. You could be arrested for wearing a mask in public in Louisiana. However, if you ride on a float during Mardi Gras, you are required to wear a mask. It is quite a dilemma.
2. Overeating at a Funeral
Do not attend a wake when you are hungry. Louisiana law limits the number of sandwiches a person can take at a wake to three sandwiches. If you take a fourth sandwich, you could be arrested. Maybe lawmakers wanted to ensure that people did not crash funerals for a free meal.
3. Practicing Voodoo in New Orleans
Voodoo has been practiced throughout Louisiana. The origins of Voodoo are not extensively documented. Some scholars trace it back to the late 1700s. Many tourists in New Orleans visit the Voodoo shops and attractions. However, the practice of Voodoo is illegal in New Orleans. Again, the law is not enforced, especially since Voodoo attracts many tourists to the city.
4. Wearing a Goatee in Public
A goatee is a tufted or pointed beard on a man’s chin. It is a popular style in the United States. Even “Uncle Sam” sports a goatee. However, having a goatee in public can get you into trouble in Louisiana. You must pay a fee for a special license if you want to wear a goatee. Some partners might wish the police enforced this law so they could force their partners to shave their faces.
5. Insulting Players at a Sporting Event
Fans are serious about their favorite sports teams. They often yell disparaging remarks at the other team. Technically, you could be arrested in Louisiana for insulting or disparaging players at a sporting event. Parents at Little League games may wish they could enforce this strange law in Louisiana.
Personal Injury Laws in Louisiana Provide Compensation for Injured Victims
The Louisiana Civil Code holds people liable for damages caused by their actions, including acts of negligence, intentional torts, and other wrongdoing. Personal injury claims are based on fault. You must prove that the other party caused your injuries to recover damages.
Most personal injury claims are based on negligence. A negligence case requires you to prove:
- Another party owed you a legal duty to use reasonable care or meet a standard of care
- The party breached the duty of care through their actions or failure to act
- The breach of duty was the proximate and direct cause of your injuries
- You sustained damages because of the other party’s negligence
Other causes of action for personal injury that can result in liability for damages include intentional conduct, strict liability, vicarious liability, and wrongful death. The required proof for compensatory damages is by a preponderance of the evidence. A jury must find that it is more likely than not that the other party is responsible for the cause of your injuries.
What Damages Can I Receive for a Louisiana Personal Injury Case?
If another party is responsible for causing your injuries, you can seek economic damages, including:
- The cost of medical treatment and care
- Out-of-pocket expenses
- Lost wages and employment benefits
- Reduced earning capacity
- Household services and personal care
- Rehabilitative therapies
Financial losses are only one type of damage. A personal injury can also cause pain and suffering. You can seek compensation for non-economic damages including:
- Emotional distress
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Physical suffering
- Impairment and disability
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Mental anguish
- Diminished quality of life
Seek immediate medical treatment after sustaining a personal injury. Medical records are essential evidence in personal injury claims. Delays in medical care could hurt your case.
How Much Is My Personal Injury Claim Worth in Louisiana?
The value of your personal injury depends on the unique circumstances and factors of your case. Factors that can affect how much your case is worth include:
- The types of injuries you sustain
- How long it takes you to recover from your injuries
- The medical treatments you receive
- The parties involved in the case
- The availability of insurance coverage
- The strength of the evidence proving your claim
- Whether you could be partially to blame for causing your injuries (i.e., contributory fault)
- The severity of impairments and disabilities
Proving liability and damages for a personal injury claim can be challenging. A Metairie personal injury lawyer can help you gather the evidence you need to hold a party responsible for your losses.
Contact the Metairie Personal Injury Lawyers of The Law Office of John W. Redmann, LLC for Help Today
If you were injured in an accident in Metairie or Gretna, Louisiana, and need legal help, contact our personal injury attorneys at The Law Office of John W. Redmann, LLC, to schedule a free case review today.
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