Question

11-3 Spotlight on crime stoppers - Communications. The Baton Rouge Crime Stoppers (BCS) offered a reward for information about the "South Louisiana Serial Killer." The information was to be provided via a hotline. Dianne Alexander had survived an attack by a person suspected of being the killer. She identified a suspect in a police lineup and later sought to collect the reward. BCS refused to pay because she had not provided information via the hotline. [ Alexander v. Lafayette Crime Stoppers, Inc, 38 So.3d 282 (La.App 3 Dist. 2010)]   

What is the case about? (Answer in a brief concise summary no longer than 5 sentences.)

At what point in the controversy or dispute involved in this case should one of the parties have sought legal advice? (Answer in one sentence.)

What specific help would the party want from the lawyer they consult with? (Answer in one sentence.)

What is the principal reason that you felt that it was important at that point in the controversy or dispute for the party to seek legal advice? (Answer in 2 to 3 sentences.)

If you decided to use legal assistance, how would you go about finding an attorney? (Answer in 2 to 3 sentences.)

What information do you feel the party should provide to the attorney during their first discussion? (List at least seven items of information, each listed in a separately numbered paragraph.

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