Frequently Asked Questions
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Personal injury
- Do I really need a lawyer if I am already feeling better?
Yes. The long-term effects of injuries do not always reveal themselves immediately. The longer you wait to pursue a claim, the harder it can be to gather supporting evidence. You should seek legal counsel as soon as you have been injured—but even if time has passed, that is all the more reason to call our office and rely on our experience to get you compensated.
- What is the Jones Act?
The Merchant Marine Act of 1920, also known as the Jones Act, allows injured seamen to bring actions against their employers based on the negligence of the ship owner, the captain, or other members of the crew. Alex Mora knows how to work within the Jones Act to address maritime injuries.
Family law
- How long does it take to adopt?
There is no set timeline. The adoption experience can take anywhere from one year to ten. You have to be committed to a tremendous volume of paperwork, which will often seem redundant. You will want an experienced family law attorney at your side from start to finish.
- Why should I have a will?
You cannot take anything for granted when it comes to your estate. A straightforward situation—everything will go to my spouse, or my children will split it all—can become complex in your absence. You want to leave your heirs a clear picture of your plans. We work with you to make sure every scenario is considered.
Business law
Can I file the forms myself?
- There are many aspects of business that you can handle yourself. But when you are starting up, you should remove all doubt. Work with a confident business lawyer to put everything in place. Later, you may want to expand your business, which will require new permits…and Alexandra Mora will still be there for you.
Do I have to report the wages of part-time workers?
- Yes. Running afoul of the labor tax laws is very serious, and very preventable. If you are unsure how to classify your employees, come to the office of Alexandra Mora for a consultation.
Civil rights
- How will I prove that I was sexually harassed?
Document every incident in writing, and submit your log to your direct supervisor. If that person is the one harassing you, then go to the next supervisor up the line. This paper trail demonstrates that you reported the problem and action was not taken. If time has passed and you have not kept records, start now—and make an appointment with New Orleans attorney, Alexandra Mora.
- Do I have to allow my vehicle to be searched?
If you are arrested while at the wheel of your car, then a legal search may be performed. But if you are simply stopped by the police, and the officers ask to search your car, you do not have to consent. Only items in plain sight are subject to search. If you are arrested in response to refusing a search of your car, your civil rights are being abused and you should call the Law Office of Alexandra Mora, lawyers in New Orleans.
