The Ask Rusty Podcast - Answers to Questions About Personal Injury Cases

Rusty Messer of Big River Trial Attorneys explains the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA), a federal law passed in 1927 (notably amended in 1972) and administered by the U.S. Department of Labor’s OWCP, created to protect maritime workers not covered by state workers’ comp or the Jones Act. He outlines the two coverage tests—situs (injury on navigable waters or adjoining mariti...

🚂 Tracks, Trains & Your Rights: What You NEED to Know About Railroad Injury Claims | Ask Rusty LawBeen hurt by a railroad? Whether you're a railroad worker, a driver hit at a crossing, or a passenger on a train — the rules are different, the stakes are high, and the railroad's legal team is already working against you.⚖️In this episode, Attorney Rusty Messer of Big River Trial Attorne...

⚠️ MICROPLASTICS & PFAS: What They Are, Why They're Dangerous, and YOUR Legal Rights ⚠️🧪 Did you know there are up to 240,000 plastic particles in a single liter of bottled water? Or that microplastics have been found in human blood, lungs, hearts — and even the brain? 😱In this episode, Attorney Rusty Messer of Big River Trial Attorneys breaks down two of the most alarming public health...

🚧 Construction work is dangerous — and when scaffolding fails, the consequences can be catastrophic. In this episode of AskRustyLaw Attorney Rusty Messer of Big River Trial Attorneys breaks down everything you need to know about scaffolding accident cases.🔍 In this episode, Rusty covers: The 3 most common types of scaffolding accidents — falls, collapses, and falling objects 📋 What OSHA require...

⚖️ The Real Cost of Going to Trial | AskRustyLaw PodcastEver wondered what it actually costs to take a case to trial? 💰 It's way more than just attorney fees! In this eye-opening episode, attorney Rusty Messer of Big River Trial Attorneys breaks down all the hidden expenses that pile up when a personal injury case heads to the courtroom—from filing fees and deposition costs to expert witnesse...

What happens when the products we trust to keep our families safe turn deadly? 😔In this powerful episode, attorney Rusty Messer breaks down product liability law through one of the most heartbreaking cases in recent history—the IKEA Malm dresser tip-overs that killed multiple children, including 2-year-old Jozef Dudek. 💔You'll learn:✅ The 3 types of product defects that can form a lawsuit✅...

⚖️ **Understanding Contingency Fees in Personal Injury Cases** ⚖️Ever wondered how personal injury lawyers get paid? 🤔 In this episode of the AskRustyLaw podcast, attorney Rusty Messer breaks down everything you need to know about contingency fees and what they mean for YOU as a client.💰 **What You'll Learn:**• How contingency fees differ from hourly rates and flat fees• The standard fee per...

Ever called your lawyer for an update and heard "we're still in discovery" and wondered what that even means? 🤔In this episode of AskRustyLaw, Attorney Rusty Messer from Big River Trial Attorneys breaks down the discovery process in plain English. If you've been injured in an accident and hired a lawyer, this is the behind-the-scenes work that's happening to build your case....

Have you ever thought about who's responsible when you're attacked or robbed on someone else's property? 🏢 In this eye-opening episode of AskRustyLaw, attorney Rusty Messer breaks down negligent security claims and why property owners have a legal duty to protect you. What You'll Learn:🔍 What negligent security really means and when property owners are liable⚠️ Common danger zones: apartment com...

🚗 The Seven Essential Steps to Get Your Car Repaired After a Louisiana Car AccidentHosted by Attorney Rusty Messer | Big River Trial Attorneys, Baton RougeGot in a car accident? 💥 You're not alone. Thousands of Louisiana drivers face this stressful situation every year, but many don't know their rights or the critical steps they need to take to get their vehicle repaired fairly. In this episode,...

🎮 Roblox isn’t just one of the most popular online games in the world—it’s also facing a wave of lawsuits. In this episode, Rusty Messer of Big River Trial Attorneys breaks down the legal battles now surrounding Roblox and what they mean for families. We’ll cover:⚖️ Addiction lawsuits – claims that Roblox intentionally designed addictive features that harm kids.💰 Gambling allegations – lawsuits...

💊 This week on the Ask Rusty Podcast, Rusty Messer of Big River Trial Attorneys dives into the fast-growing legal battle over Ozempic and similar diabetes/weight loss drugs. Once hailed as a game-changer for both diabetes management and rapid weight loss, Ozempic is now at the center of lawsuits claiming severe gastrointestinal injuries like gastroparesis, intestinal blockages, gallbladder proble...

🎙️ Ask Rusty Podcast – hosted by Attorney Rusty Messer with Big River Trial Attorneys in Baton RougeIn this episode, Rusty breaks down the concept of default judgment—what it means, how it works, and why it can make or break a lawsuit. Using the recent $1.9 million judgment against musician Justin Sane (formerly of Anti-Flag) as a real-world example, Rusty explains:⚖️ What happens if a defendant i...

In this episode, Rusty takes a closer look at the ongoing legal battle between actress Denise Richards and her husband Aaron Phypers . Denise has accused Phypers of years of physical and emotional abuse—including violent assaults, threats, and even digital intrusions. Rusty explains the possible civil claims she could bring, such as: 🩺 Personal Injury & Battery for repeated assaults and medic...

The headlines surrounding Sean "P Diddy" Combs are explosive — but what can everyday people learn from the legal chaos? In this episode of the Ask Rusty Podcast, Attorney Rusty Messer breaks down the legal issues behind the news: 👨‍⚖️💼 Power dynamics in the workplace📝 The truth about NDAs (non-disclosure agreements)⏳ Statutes of limitations and why old allegations still matterRusty d...

Welcome to the AskRustyLaw Podcast. In this episode, attorney Rusty Messer from Big River Trial Attorneys in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, breaks down the essential steps to calculate a lost wage claim in a personal injury case. ⚖️💼Have you ever wondered how lost wages are determined when you're unable to work due to an injury? Rusty dives deep into:Key factors affecting your wage claim 💰Step-by-step...

Louisiana’s No-Pay No-Play Lawmeans if you crash without minimum liability insurance ($15K BI / $25K PD), you can’t claim the first $15K of your medical bills—or $25K for property damage—against another driver. In this episode, Rusty Messer breaks down:0:00 Intro & What Is No-Pay No-Play? 1:45 Current Limits & Proposed $100K Cap 3:20 Exceptions: Parked Cars, Felony Drivers, Passengers 5:10...

🎙️ Ask Rusty: Why Did Blake Lively Drop Her Emotional Distress Claims? 🧠💥I n this episode of the Ask Rusty Podcast, attorney Rusty Messer of Big River Trial Attorneys in Baton Rouge dives into the legal drama unfolding between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. 🎬Lively originally accused Baldoni of sexual harassment and claimed he caused her severe emotional distress — but now she’s backing off t...

💥 Are You Liable If Someone Gets Hurt at Your Pool? 💥🏊‍♀️ Welcome back to the PodCase Podcast, hosted by attorney Rusty Messer with Big River Trial Attorneys in Baton Rouge, Louisiana! 🎙️⚖️ In this episode, we dive into the legal risks and responsibilities that come with owning a swimming pool. 🌞 Whether you're hosting a summer bash or just relaxing in your backyard oasis, your pool could pose...

🎙️ Why Some Personal Injury Cases DON’T Settle Before Trial ⚖️ Most personal injury cases settle long before they ever reach a courtroom—but what happens when they don’t? In this episode of the PodCase Podcast, attorney Rusty Messer of Big River Trial Attorneys dives into the real reasons why some cases go all the way to trial. 🧑‍⚖️ 💥 We’ll break down: * 🚦 *Contested liability* – When both side...

🎙️ **How to Settle a Personal Injury Case Without Going to Trial** | PodCase Podcast with Attorney Rusty Messer Going to trial can be stressful, expensive, and time-consuming — but did you know most personal injury cases are resolved without ever stepping into a courtroom? In this episode of the PodCase Podcast, Attorney Rusty Messer of Big River Trial Attorneys in Baton Rouge breaks down the **th...

🎙️ **PodCase Podcast | Episode: Understanding the $50M Starbucks Verdict** ☕💥 Today we’re diving into one of the hottest legal stories 🔥 — the $50,000,000 Starbucks lawsuit! 🚚☕ Michael Garcia, a delivery driver, suffered third-degree burns and serious injuries after a Starbucks employee handed him a drink with a loose lid. 😱 In this episode, we cover: - 📜 The shocking background of the Garc...

🎙️ **Episode Title: Who Will Pay for Vandalism to Your Tesla?** 🚗💥 In this episode of the PodCase Podcast, we're diving into a growing problem: Tesla vandalism 🚨. From spray paint to shattered windows, people across the country are damaging Teslas — but who's responsible for paying to fix it? 🤔 We cover it all: - ⚖️ How Louisiana law treats criminal damage to property - 🚓 Why seeing someone a...

Think you can handle your car accident claim without hiring a lawyer? 🤔 In this episode of the PodCase Podcast , attorney Rusty Messer walks you through the essential steps to settle a car accident case on your own — the smart way. 💡 We answer real viewer questions and break down: 🚗 What types of cases you can handle solo  📸 What to do at the scene of an accident  📞 How to talk to your insura...

Were you in a car accident and now your insurance company is pushing you toward a specific body shop? 🤔 You might be wondering — *Do I have to use their shop, or can I choose my own?* In this video, we break down your rights when it comes to vehicle repairs after a wreck. 🛠️ Attorney Rusty Messer from Big River Trial Attorneys explains:   ✅ Whether you’re legally required to use the insurance co...