Jed Cain
Trial Lawyer at Herman, Katz, Gisleson & Cain
I’m Jed Cain, a trial lawyer in Natchitoches, Louisiana. I represent injured workers and families in cases involving catastrophic injury, wrongful death, trucking accidents, maritime claims, electrocutions, and product liability.
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Louisiana's Truck Parking Grant Could Improve Highway Safety, But Illegal Shoulder Parking Still Puts Drivers at Risk
Louisiana's new truck parking initiative highlights a growing highway safety concern. Attorney Jed Cain explains why trucks park on interstate shoulders, how "sitting duck" truck accidents happen, and what injured victims should know after a Louisiana trucking accident.
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New NIH Kratom Study Could Advance Opioid Addiction Research, But Safety Questions Remain
The NIH has cleared the way for the first human trial of a purified kratom compound for opioid use disorder. But what does the announcement mean for consumers, Louisiana's kratom ban, and ongoing safety concerns?
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Why Hurricanes Are Driving Up Louisiana Homeowners Insurance Costs
As hurricane season begins, Louisiana homeowners face more than just storm risks. Rising insurance premiums, larger deductibles, and shrinking coverage are creating what some call a growing “hurricane tax.”
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Louisiana Electrocution and Power Line Accidents Highlight Risks During National Electrical Safety Month
Recent electrical accident investigations have raised concerns about storm recovery work, industrial job sites, and other high-risk environments where overlooked safety hazards can lead to catastrophic injuries.
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Offshore Drilling Policy Changes Raise New Safety Questions for Gulf Workers
Offshore drilling policy changes are raising new safety concerns in the Gulf. This article explains how increased production and shifting regulations impact worker safety, common causes of offshore injuries, and the legal rights available to injured workers.
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Kratom Poisonings Surge as Louisiana Ban Raises Safety Questions
Kratom poisonings continue to rise nationwide, with most deaths tied to multiple substances. Months after Louisiana’s ban, new questions are emerging about its impact and ongoing risks.
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AI Deepfake Abuse in Schools Leads to New Louisiana Legislation
A Louisiana middle school deepfake case has sparked new legislation targeting AI-generated child sexual abuse material, as lawmakers push stricter penalties and stronger protections for victims.
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Lineman Injured in Louisiana Highlights Dangers of Power Line Repairs After a Storm
A Louisiana lineman suffered severe electrical burns while repairing power lines damaged by a winter storm, highlighting the dangerous conditions lineworkers face during storm recovery and the serious risks of electrocution and electrical injuries.
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2026 Law Changes Bring Major Shifts to Louisiana Personal Injury Litigation
New Louisiana laws that took effect January 1, 2026, change comparative fault standards and limit recoverable medical expenses in personal injury cases, potentially affecting car accident, wrongful death, and other civil claims across the state.
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What the Swiss Bar Fire Reveals About Burn Injuries, Safety, and Liability
A deadly bar fire in Switzerland raises urgent questions about public safety, burn injuries, and who may be held responsible when preventable fire hazards lead to tragedy.
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