Company vehicle and 18-wheeler accidents are some of the most dangerous and complex on the road. With their massive size and frequent use for commercial purposes, these vehicles can cause devastating injuries and extensive property damage when involved in a collision. At Baggett McCall, we...
For the past few decades, hair relaxers have been popular for individuals seeking to straighten textured or curly hair. However, emerging research has revealed alarming links between the frequent use of chemical hair relaxers and an increased risk of certain cancers, including uterine, ovarian, and...
Welcome to Baggett McCall Injury Lawyers, where we understand that accidents happen, but justice shouldn't be left to chance. If you've experienced a personal injury in Lake Charles, Louisiana, you're not alone. Whether it's a car accident, slip and fall, or any other incident causing...
What is Mesothelioma? Mesothelioma is a form of cancer that generally affects the lining of the lungs, abdomen, heart, or the surrounding tissues. It is generally accepted that mesothelioma is only caused by asbestos fibers. The lungs and other internal organs are protected by a...
Corrosives are defined as substances that attack and chemically destroy exposed body tissue on contact, inhalation, or ingestion. Corrosives, or sometimes referred to as caustics, exist in our everyday lives, in our homes, and in our workplaces (industrial and non-industrial). Safety around these types of...
Many people think that asbestos is banned, however, many products that contain asbestos are still imported into the United States. In 1989, there was a ban on asbestos implemented by the Environmental Protection Agency. Although the court can ban new uses of the material, there...
Attorneys for Spinal Cord Injuries Roughly 12,500 people survive spinal cord injuries each year. Although these spinal cord injuries are preventable, most people don’t learn much about these injuries until they are injured or must care for an injured loved one. Knowing the causes of...
After an amputation, you need an attorney. Some amputations are the result of serious diseases, such as diabetes. In many cases, limbs are lost because of accidents. When this occurs, it is known as “traumatic amputation.” In the American Journal of Surgery, the main cause...
Life is already tough enough for those that suffer from hearing loss, but a recent study shows how difficult it is in another area of the body: the brain. In 2015, The University of Colorado’s Department of Speech Language and Hearing Science looked at neuroplasty...
Lake Charles Attorneys, Baggett McCall, know that there is no event more tragic than the death of a loved one. When someone you care about passes away it can be a devastating blow to your family. If the deceased was the primary source of income...
