How to Handle a Livestock Accident I Hit a Cow. Now What?
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sure to answer any questions from law enforcement honestly; they’ll worry about tracking down the livestock’s owner.
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you love the pastoral scenery of Louisiana. The sprawling fields dotted with classic old barns are a beautiful sight. Unfortunately, these landscapes hold an extra danger for drivers: livestock. Even in the open spaces of Louisiana’s farmland, a stray cow, pig, or horse can take you by surprise, especially if you’re driving at night. Cattle and horses are powerful beasts, and they can do a lot of damage if your car collides with them. Common injuries associated with these accidents include severe muscle, bone, brain, and spinal trauma, or even death. Recovering from such injuries can be a long and costly process, often requiring you to take time off work to heal. It’s not uncommon to be left permanently disabled. Unlike other forms of auto accidents, there’s no other driver to swap insurance information with. It’s just you and the cow. Your first priority should be to get help. Call the authorities and seek medical attention. Be
In Louisiana, farmers and ranchers are responsible for keeping their livestock penned up. Each parish sets their own specific fencing regulations, but the burden ultimately falls on the owner to keep their animals off of roadways. For a cow, horse, or pig to have made it out onto a highway means there is a flaw in the fencing. If this is the case, the farmer can be found liable for any injuries caused by the obstructing animal. If you or a loved one suffers after a collision with livestock and want to know whether you qualify for compensation, consider reaching out to an experienced Louisiana auto accident attorney. They can help determine the strength of your case and, should you take legal action, represent your rights against the interests of the farmer’s insurance company. Having over 35 years of experience in both the fields of personal injury and agriculture law, we at Jones & Hill have plenty of experience handling livestock injury cases. We are familiar with the fencing regulations of various parishes and have plenty of experience standing up to big insurance firms.
TAKE A BREAK
Sure, your showoff pal can wrap a tater tot with a piece of bacon and call it “The Daniel,” but you can take it a step further. Prepare a couple batches of these savory snacks for your Super Bowl party or the next family get- together. Snag a few for yourself before they disappear! Bacon-Wrapped Tater Tot Bombs
Ingredients
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1/4 cup brown sugar
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2 cups frozen tater tots, defrosted
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1 tablespoon chopped parsley
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1 ounce sharp cheddar, cut into 1/4-inch squares
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4 slices bacon, quartered
Directions
1. Heat oven to 400 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. 2. Press a cheese square into each tot, then wrap with a piece of bacon. Dredge each tot in brown sugar. 3. Place tots seam side down on baking sheet. Bake for 20–25 minutes, using metal tongs to turn halfway through. 4. Garnish with parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.
Recipe inspired by ThisGrandmaIsFun.com.
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