Topic: New Orleans DUI/DWI attorney
Avoid Recreational Boating Accidents This Summer
Those trying to escape the heat and catch some sun may head out on a boat to Lake Pontchartrain or the Gulf of Mexico, or other Louisiana waterways this summer. The water offers many fun […]
Read MoreDeserted Streets Are Full Of Risk In Pandemic
With fewer drivers on the streets during the pandemic it may be tempting to take more risks like speeding or not wearing a seatbelt. You might even think a seatbelt is not necessary when driving […]
Read MoreWhat Are Some Common DWI Defenses?
At Bloom Legal, we have been helping clients fight DWI charges for a decade and a half. We understand that everyone makes mistakes, and we don’t think any person’s livelihood or wellbeing should be threatened […]
Read MoreNot From New Orleans But Need a New Orleans Lawyer?
New Orleans is one of the premiere travel destinations in the world. We get a lot of phone calls from tourists who come to New Orleans to enjoy the food and culture and unfortunately end […]
Read MoreArrested on Vacation? Here’s What You Need To Know
New Orleans is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. People come from all over to join in the culture and revelry offered by the Crescent City. Sometimes, though, partying goes wrong, […]
Read MoreDrunk Driving Prevention: On Personal Responsibility
Remember that old TV ad? Two pints of beer move slowly towards one another from either side of the screen. They meet in the middle, but instead of a celebratory toast, there’s a great collision, […]
Read MoreSo Your License is Suspended—Now What?
Having your license suspended can be a huge hindrance on your day-to-day life, from getting to work to going grocery shopping. If you find yourself in this position there are a few things you’ll want […]
Read MoreWhat To Do When You Get Pulled Over
You’re driving along minding your own business when you see those red and blue flashing lights pop up in your rearview. For almost anyone, getting pulled over by the police can be an anxiety-inducing situation. […]
Read MoreIs Your Medical Marijuana Card Valid in Louisiana?
Although medical marijuana is legal in Louisiana, the state does not currently recognize out-of-state medical marijuana cards. However, the state legislature is considering bills this year that may change this restriction. Is Medical Marijuana Legal […]
Read MoreDUI Checkpoint in New Orleans on Thursday night, April 14, 2016
As an ongoing proactive effort to remove impaired drivers from the roadways, the New Orleans Police Department will be conducting a DUI checkpoint Thursday, April 14, at an undisclosed location in New Orleans. The sobriety checkpoint will begin at 9 […]
Read MoreMan arrested for DWI, drug possession on boat in Bayou Savage
A Metairie man was arrested Monday for DWI and drug possession on Bayou Savage. A witness complained they saw a man who they believed to be impaired try to launch a boat into Bayou Savage. […]
Read MoreMichael Weatherly leaving ‘NCIS’ after DUI arrest
Michael Weatherly, famous for playing Anthony DiNozzo on the original ‘NCIS’ announced he will be leaving the show after the end of the current season. Weatherly was arrested for two counts of DUI back in […]
Read MorePedestrian killed after suspected drunk driver struck him
A 45-year-old unidentified man was killed Christmas Day after being struck by a 26-year-old in Algiers. The driver, Jeron Wheeler, was tested for a DWI then arrested and brought to Orleans Parish Prison. When an […]
Read MoreNOPD to conduct sobriety checkpoint on Thursday, December 10
As an ongoing proactive effort to remove impaired drivers from the roadways, the Orleans Parish Police Department will be conducting a DWI Checkpoint, Thursday, December 10, at an undisclosed location in Orleans Parish. The checkpoint […]
Read MoreLuling man arrested for DWI while driving boat
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Enforcement Division arrested Leopold A. Larousse, of Luling, for a DWI and booked him in St. Charles Parish jail. Agents were called out to a sunken mud boat […]
Read More‘NCIS’ actor Michael Weatherly charged with DUI
‘NCIS’ actor Michael Weatherly was charged with a DUI earlier in November after being pulled over in Hollywood, according to TMZ. The actor failed the field sobriety tests and was registered and well beyond the legal […]
Read MoreEight booked for DWI over Thanksgiving holiday in Baton Rouge
A total of eight people were booked over the Thursday and Friday of the Thanksgiving holiday weekend in Baton Rouge. The following are their names and charges against them: Kenneth Dean, 22, 40237 Coontrap Road, Gonzales, […]
Read MoreLafourche Parish DWI & seatbelt checkpoint scheduled for Thanksgiving week
In an effort to stop drunk driving, the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office is scheduling several checkpoints during the Thanksgiving holiday week. Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday will have seatbelt checkpoints, and a DWI checkpoint scheduled for […]
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