Louisiana background check laws: Protect your rights as an employee
Reading Time: 2 minutes If there’s something on your record you’re not particularly proud of, you’ll probably be nervous when a potential employer tells you they’re going to run a background check. Louisiana’s laws on pre-employment background checks might surprise you. If you have any questions or if you believe a prospective employer may have denied you a […]
The link between college football culture and DUIs in Louisiana
Reading Time: 4 minutesNo state loves college football more than Louisiana. Stadiums across the state are filled to the brim on game day with fans rooting passionately for their teams. Unfortunately, football celebrations seem to increase incidents of drunk driving here and in other areas of the country. If you were arrested and charged for driving under […]
The link between college football culture and DUIs in Louisiana
Reading Time: 4 minutesNo state loves college football more than Louisiana. Stadiums across the state are filled to the brim on game day with fans rooting passionately for their teams. Unfortunately, football celebrations seem to increase incidents of drunk driving here and in other areas of the country. If you were arrested and charged for driving under […]
4 Most Common Juvenile Crimes in Louisiana
Reading Time: 3 minutesIn the last three months (Q4) of 2021, over 700 minors were placed in correctional facilities or secure temporary housing in Louisiana. These young people were removed from their homes because they were accused of committing a crime. Minors are entitled to the same rights under the United States Constitution as adults. They have the […]
How to Beat a Trespassing Charge in Louisiana
Reading Time: 5 minutesIf you were arrested for trespassing, you need to hire a criminal lawyer. Louisiana has strict trespass laws, and you won’t be able to have the charges dropped or reduced without the help of an experienced attorney. A lawyer at The Johnson Firm will build a defense and work hard to prevent you from having […]
How to Beat a Trespassing Charge in Louisiana
Reading Time: 5 minutesIf you were arrested for trespassing, you need to hire a criminal lawyer. Louisiana has strict trespass laws, and you won’t be able to have the charges dropped or reduced without the help of an experienced attorney. A lawyer at The Johnson Firm will build a defense and work hard to prevent you from having […]
Former St. Tammany Sheriff Stands Trial for 8 Counts of Sex Crimes
Reading Time: 2 minutesThree hours from Lake Charles, a man who spent two decades as sheriff of St. Tammany Parish is standing trial for a litany of sex crimes allegedly committed before and during his role as top law enforcer. Jack Strain, 58, is on trial for eight counts of sex crimes involving juveniles: four counts of aggravated […]
Former St. Tammany Sheriff Stands Trial for 8 Counts of Sex Crimes
Reading Time: 2 minutesThree hours from Lake Charles, a man who spent two decades as sheriff of St. Tammany Parish is standing trial for a litany of sex crimes allegedly committed before and during his role as top law enforcer. Jack Strain, 58, is on trial for eight counts of sex crimes involving juveniles: four counts of aggravated […]