A Louisiana driver pulled over on suspicion of DWI can decline the roadside walk-and-turn, the one-leg stand, and the eye test — and doing so carries none of the automatic license penalties that come with refusing a breath or blood
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Bloom Legal Blog, published by Bloom Legal LLC, covers a range of legal topics relevant to individuals and businesses primarily in Louisiana. The blog addresses issues in business law including formation and contracts, criminal defense, immigration law, personal injury claims, and estate planning such as wills and trusts. It also provides information on hurricane and property claim law, reflecting regional concerns. Additional topics include mediation, arbitration, cybersecurity, and construction law. The blog aims to guide readers through legal processes, clarify rights and obligations, and connect them with appropriate legal professionals within the Bloom Legal Network.
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Choosing Local Counsel for Federal Litigation in Louisiana: What to Look For
Local counsel in Louisiana’s federal courts isn’t a formality you check off — it’s a mandatory role with real professional exposure attached to it. Out-of-state trial teams often treat the requirement as a signature to buy. That’s the wrong way…
Pro Hac Vice in the Southern District of Texas: A Practical Guide
An out-of-state attorney can be sitting on a signed engagement letter and still be one missed local-rule requirement away from getting their motion bounced by the clerk. The Southern District of Texas (SDTX) is one of the busiest federal dockets…
Naming a Power of Attorney in Louisiana: Who Should You Choose and Why
Most people pick a power of attorney the way they pick an emergency contact — fast, by instinct, usually the oldest child or the spouse. In Louisiana, that instinct can backfire, because the document you’re signing isn’t a “power of…
NOPD Traffic Enforcement Is Surging in New Orleans — What Drivers Need to Know About Tickets, DWI Stops, and Their Rights
Traffic enforcement in New Orleans is at levels the city hasn’t seen in years. With violent crime down sharply, the New Orleans Police Department has redirected officers into speeding, DWI, and moving-violation enforcement across Orleans Parish — and the citation…
Misdemeanor Charges in New Orleans: What You’re Actually Facing
A misdemeanor conviction doesn’t send anyone to state prison, but it can still cost a job, a lease application, or a professional license. The label undersells the stakes. Here’s what actually determines your exposure, which court hears your case, and…
How to Structure Your Louisiana Business So Your Personal Assets Stay Protected
Forming an LLC feels like the finish line — file the paperwork, get the shield, move on. It isn’t. Louisiana courts will disregard that shield the moment an owner’s own conduct shows the entity was never really separate from them.…
Partnership Disputes in Louisiana: What to Do When Co-Owners Disagree
When business co-owners reach an impasse, the whole enterprise is at risk. In Louisiana, how you resolve that impasse depends heavily on how your business is structured. A partnership is a creature of the Civil Code — under Article 2801, it’s a juridical…
Pro Hac Vice Requirements in the Eastern District of Louisiana
For out-of-state attorneys seeking to represent clients in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana (EDLA), admission is not a passive checklist. Practicing in the EDLA requires compliance with specific local rules, mandatory association with local…
What to Include in a Service Agreement for Your Small Business
For small businesses and independent operators, a service agreement is the primary tool protecting your cash flow, your intellectual property, and your operational boundaries. Relying on verbal deals, informal emails, or generic online templates leaves you exposed to non-payment, scope…