Santana & Blanchard

Happy Veterans Day to all of the brave military men and women that have fought for our country. We appreciate all that you have done for us and continue to do. Thank you for your service. 🇺🇸

“I hope this lawsuit will bring light on the situation that occurred regarding this evacuation,” said S&B Partner Attorney Eric Santana, “We hope to get some answers and not only rectify a wrong but also prevent this from happening to someone else.”

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Three more nursing home residents evacuated to warehouse during Ida file lawsuit in Lafourche Three Lafourche nursing home residents who were evacuated to a warehouse ahead of Hurricane Ida have sued the facility and its owner.

After a very tough year in 2020, Hurricane Ida wreaked havoc on our already suffering local businesses. If your company was effected by storm damage and/or interruptions, read through the tips below to receive your deserved insurance compensation.

1️⃣ File an Insurance Claim - Don’t wait to file your insurance claim. The longer it takes to begin/complete your claim, the longer it will be until you receive reimbursement.�

2️⃣ Document Damages - Take photos and videos of the damage done to your business and provide as much information as possible about the property to your insurance company.�

3️⃣ Document Correspondences with your Insurance Company - Track dates/times of phone calls, ask for follow up notes and keep all important questions and answers in written form whenever possible.�

4️⃣ Review your Business Insurance Policy & Hurricane Deductible - Know what your insurance policy covers and doesn’t cover, along with the hurricane deductible you will need to meet before any compensation is received. Don’t assume your claims adjuster knows the ins and outs of your policy.�

5️⃣ Gather Important Documents & Financial Records - Pull together anything that will be important for experts to use in calculating financial losses, such as books and records, profit and loss statements, inventory lists, purchase orders, etc.

6️⃣ Hire a Claims Team - As business claims can be complicated, it is beneficial to pull together a team of professionals (lawyers, accountants, etc.) to ensure your claim is properly filed, appropriately expedited, and that you receive the maximum recovery amount.

The S&B team is here to help! Call us today to discuss your business claim 504.323.6000.�

As our community begins to rebuild and evacuees return to their homes, there is much to do and a long road ahead for many. If your home suffered damage during Hurricane Ida, be sure to use these tips to ensure you will receive the best assistance possible.

1️⃣ Document Damage - Separate any damaged and undamaged items and try not to throw anything away until your claims adjuster completes their audit. If it is safe to do so, prevent further damage to your property (tarp, clean up, etc.).


2️⃣ Start Insurance Claim - Do this promptly upon accessing damage and ensure they have the best contact info for you. You do not need to know the full extent of damage to open a claim. If you need assistance, contact a lawyer to guide you through the process.


3️⃣ Review your Policy & Hurricane Deductible - Familiarize yourself with what the agreement covers and what is not covered. Check for your hurricane deductible. Many times it is substantially larger than a typical deductible and it’s best to be aware and plan your finances accordingly.


4️⃣ Make Itemized List of Damaged Property - Include all personal items with photos. You can use online retailers to determine the replacement cost for each.


5️⃣ Save your Receipts - Keep documentation of all costs incurred due to the hurricane (hotels, gas, clean-up, meals, etc.) to include with your claim for reimbursement.



Keep your spirits up and know you can always ask for help. We are here to assist with your home and business insurance claims in any way we can. Call us today with your questions at 504.323.6000.

What is the difference between and Appeal and Post Conviction Relief (PCR)?

🔷 An appeal is to ask a higher court to reverse the decision of a trial court after final judgment or other legal ruling. No new evidence is admitted on appeal, for it is strictly a legal argument. A new audience is reviewing the same case, transcripts, evidence, etc.

🔷 PCR is an appeal of a criminal conviction, which may include release, new trial, modification of sentence, and such other relief as may be proper and just. Filing may be based off of newly found evidence, evidence tampering, errors made during the trial process, ineffective counsel, or state/federal law changes that are believed to have resulted in a false conviction.

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Win with S&B! ✅ Our recent client received a settlement of $925k following a serious motor vehicle accident.

This client sustained very serious injuries and is extremely deserving of his reparations. The S&B team is very proud to have been able to assist him in attaining compensation that will allow for him to live a more comfortable life following this life-changing incident.

If you have been injured in an accident and are in need of reliable legal counsel, contact us today 504.323.6000.

Did you know...💡

Not all criminal cases end in a jail/prison sentence. This is why hiring a trusted attorney is so important!

There are 6 main types of criminal punishment:

1️⃣ INCARCERATION
2️⃣ FINES
3️⃣ DIVERSION
4️⃣ PROBATION
5️⃣ RESTITUTION
6️⃣ COMMUNITY SERVICE

☎️ Questions about a recent arrest? Call us today - 504.323.6000

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What are the benefits of working with a small firm? 💼

2️⃣ More Flexible Hours & Schedules

Our schedule is built around our clients and their cases. Weekend, evening, or holiday, nothing stops us from the important conversations and paperwork that need to happen.

☎️ Need help with a potential case? Call us today - 504.323.6000

Fidelity Bank White Linen Night is back! 🎨 WLN celebrates the NOLA art scene and helps to support the Contemporary Arts Center, New Orleans.

Visit more than two dozen participating local restaurants and bars, enjoy live music and browse art installations throughout the 300-600 block of Julia St. in the Arts District of New Orleans tonight from 5:30-9:30PM.

This year there will be limitations in place to create a safe environment for the attendees. Learn more about the event ➡️ bit.ly/3y7P1cM

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Oyster Happy Hour for ? Count us in. 🦪

Check out Elysian Seafood M-F from 4-7PM for $6 for 6 raw oysters and $6 for 3 charbroiled oysters at Auction House Market or St. Roch Market.

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Satchmo Fest is here! 🎺 This annual French Quarter festival will be the first in-person fest to return to New Orleans post-COVID. We're ready to be together once again, celebrating the life of Louis Armstrong with live music and our favorite foods!

Get more info & purchase tickets ➡️ satchmosummerfest.org

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What is the difference between a concurrent sentence and consecutive sentence?

🔷 When sentences run concurrently that means they are served simultaneously or at the same time.

🔷 Consecutive sentences must be served one at a time. Once the sentence for the first offense is completed, the second sentence can begin and so on.

Win with S&B! ✅ Our recent client received a settlement of $320k following a serious motor vehicle accident.

If you have been injured in an accident and are in need of reliable legal counsel, contact us today 504.323.6000.

Top 10 Myths About Personal Injury Cases:

9️⃣ The courts are backed up with personal injury cases

False! There is an overall impression that personal injury cases take forever to go before the court, if it even goes that far. Realistically, only about 7% of civil cases are torts*, which is the area of law concerned with personal injury cases such as car accident liability, medical malpractice, defective product claims, etc. and overall have been on the decline since the 90's.

In most cases, going to court isn't the ideal outcome for either party, so settlements are often reached and reached more quickly with the right representation.

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Another happy client is another goal reached! We truly appreciate the great feedback and look forward to helping many more members of our community. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Did you know...💡

As a rule of thumb, personal injury case settlements can be calculated by adding hard costs (medical bills, lost wages, out-of-pocket expenses) plus 1-5x those hard costs for intangible losses such as pain & suffering.

Have questions about a potential case? Contact us today for a one-on-one consultation - 504.323.6000.

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Who else is ready to dig into some Coolinary specials? 🍴 Today is the launch of dozens of multi-course prix fixe meals across the city, available through 9/5. Participating locations are offering lunches for $25 or less, and/or dinners and brunches for $45 or less.

Help support our restaurants when they need it most. View the full list of restaurants and their specialty menus ➡️ neworleans.com/coolinary

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Can I receive compensation if my vehicle floods during a storm? ⛈️

Yes— but only if you have the correct insurance coverage. Comprehensive insurance is optional and generally covers:

🔹 Vandalism
🔹 Theft
🔹 Glass damage
🔹 Damage from flying missiles or falling objects
🔹 Striking an animal
🔹 Fire
🔹 Floodwaters
🔹 Damage due to natural events or severe weather (e.g. hail, wind, tornado, or hurricane)

With hurricane season ramping up, now is the time to review your insurance and ensure you are properly covered.

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☎️ Questions about a vehicle-related incident? Contact us today - 504.323.6000.

The 15th annual Running of the Bulls party is tonight! There will be no "running" this year, but the party will continue - enjoy the RollerBulls, sangria, St. Fermin, live music, DJs, and more at The Sugar Mill starting at 6:30PM.

Tickets can be purchased online ➡️ bit.ly/3x8ov2z

A portion of the profits will be donated to Beth's Friends Forever and Big Easy Animal Rescue.

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What are the benefits of working with a small firm? 💼

1️⃣ More One-on-One Client Time

Less accepted cases, less middlemen and more YOU time. Our clients get the time they deserve with us - no relaying of information, no dodged calls, just reliable attorney communication.

☎️ Need help with a potential case? Call us today - 504.323.6000

Happy Birthday to Partner Wes Blanchard 🎂 We couldn't be here without you! From the S&B team - we hope you have an amazing day!

Happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸 Today our nation celebrates 245 years of independence from Great Britain - read on for some of the lesser known facts surrounding this monumental day in U.S. history.

🇺🇸 The Declaration of Independence was approved by the Second Continental Congress on July 4th, by the 13 colonies on July 9th, and was not actually completed and signed until August 2, 1776.

🇺🇸 Though the American flag was frequently changed until 1960, today, the horizontal stripes represent the original 13 colonies and stars represent the 50 states of the union. The colors signify:

🔴 Red = Hardiness & Valor
⚪️ White = Purity & Innocence
🔵 Blue = Vigilance, Perseverance & Justice

🇺🇸 Each year, Americans spend $1 Billion on fireworks and eat 150 million hot dogs on the 4th of July.

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Did you know...💡

According to the CDC*, approximately 39.5 million physician office visits and 29.4 million emergency hospital visits are a result of unintentional injuries each year. Of these injuries, unintentional poisoning, motor vehicle accidents, and falls make up the majority of fatalities.

Have you recently suffered a life-changing injury? Has a loved one passed from a fatal accident? Contact us today for a one-on-one consultation - 504.323.6000 / santanablanchard.com.

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Today we are observe National Insurance Awareness Day by reminding our community of the importance and value of insurance coverage.

Insurance offers security in many different situations. It can recover losses and protect loved ones in the event of death, illness, or damage.

As many of our clients come to us following auto accidents, we encourage you to learn about the different types of car insurance options and evaluate which plan is best for you ➡️ bit.ly/3vrPXqh

Win with S&B! ✅ Our recent client received a settlement of $200k following a serious motor vehicle accident.

If you have been injured in an accident and are in need of reliable legal counsel, contact us today 504.323.6000.

Restaurant Week New Orleans is in full swing this week, with affordable multi-course menus at over 65 locations throughout the city. We're excited to finally visit some of our old favorites in person.

Our local restaurants need our support now more than ever. View the full list of participating locations and their specialty menus ➡️ restaurantweekneworleans.com

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Restaurant Week New Orleans is in full swing this week, with affordable multi-course menus at over 65 locations throughout the city. We're excited to finally visit some of our old favorites in person.

Our local restaurants need our support now more than ever. View the full list of participating locations and their specialty menus ➡️ restaurantweekneworleans.com

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Top 10 Myths About Personal Injury Cases:

8️⃣ I can file a personal injury case at any time

False! The statutes of limitations for each state set a time limit on how long you have to seek compensation for your injuries after you've been involved in an accident.

There are a number of factors to consider in this timeline, however, in Louisiana the date typically falls one year after the accident.

When a child won't go down for a nap or bedtime, should they be prosecuted for "refusing a rest"? 😆 (Just a little Dad joke for you!)

Happy Father's Day to Wes and all of our friends, family and clients that have been given the great title of "Dad".