The workers comp process in Louisiana can be complex when a person is trying to file the claim without a lawyer. In this video, Lake Charles workers comp attorney Robert Martina reviews the four elements of a workers comp claim. Video Transcription: Well, workers’ compensation claims are completely different than tort claims, or personal injury... Read more
People seeking Social Security disability benefits may not know there are two separate programs: the DIB program and the SSI program. In this video, Lafayette Social Security Disability attorney Jason Weaver reviews the similarities and differences between the two, and he explains how his office assists people who have been denied benefits and need legal... Read more
The staff at the Galloway Jefcoat law firm all have their unique outlook on the office culture, that helps them enjoy working from day to day. Whether it’s the sense of working as a team or working together to help someone out, the atmosphere is described as fun. The staff like to work hard and... Read more
Personal injury attorney Joseph Saloom has worked directly under John Jefcoat. He describes him as an incredible mentor. He explains that the attorneys and staff have a deep connection to the area and everybody enjoys working together. That in turn helps the clients feel welcome and comfortable. When they come to the Galloway Jefcoat law... Read more
An important item to focus on is making sure your workers compensation claim is running smoothly if you are disputing a claim in court. Lafayette workers compensation attorney Robert Martina want to make sure that the claimant gets all the benefits they’re entitled to, be that indemnity benefits or medical benefits. There are many bumps... Read more
If are injured on the job, you are entitled to a third party claim. In workers compensation in Louisiana you cannot sue your employer for work injuries, you can’t sue your employer for an accident that you have on the job. This is called the exclusive remedy in Louisiana. You have a workers compensation claim,... Read more
As an investigator at the Galloway Jefcoat law firm, Chris Starling has a lot of job responsibilities. One of those is making client contacts and investigating accidents. As an investigator he is there to represent the the victim and get a first-hand account of what actually happened in the accident. Starling was recently qualified as... Read more
A claimant is entitled to their own choice of physician in the state of Louisiana. You’re entitled to go to your own choice of physician in each field of specialty. If you feel you are in need of a neurosurgeon for nerve damage then you’re entitled to your own choice of physician in the neurology... Read more
At Galloway Jefcoat, we want to give back to our area schools this school semester! Starting September 14th, through September 30th, we have a few $100 Amazon gift cards to give away! We want to help you get your much-needed supplies for the classroom! Teachers, all you need to do is download this coloring page... Read more
Before becoming a founding partner of Galloway Jefcoat with John Jefcoat in 1996, Rusty had a diverse work history. At 15, he worked as a dishwasher for the Vermilion Landing before working on Greywolf Rig 5 as a roughneck. Over the years, he even worked at two radio stations (KSMB as a salesman and KPEL as... Read more