At the heart of Metairie, Louisiana, lies a law firm dedicated to serving personal injury victims. We are the Gertler Law Firm, your trusted personal injury lawyer in Metairie, LA. Our experienced personal injury attorneys have been assisting area residents who have suffered severe injuries due to the negligence or carelessness of an individual or business.
Have you, or a loved one, been injured in a car accident in the Metairie area? Or has a family member lost their life due to someone else’s negligence? If so, our Metairie personal injury lawyer is here to help.
We understand the physical injuries and emotional distress that come with personal injury cases, and we’re committed to providing the legal representation you need.
Our law firm has a proven track record in handling personal injury cases, including car accidents, motorcycle accidents, and medical malpractice. We also specialize in family law, wrongful death, and property damage cases. Our law office in New Orleans is equipped to handle cases in both state and federal courts.
Metairie’s commuter grid, Veterans, Causeway, Airline (US-61), Clearview, West Esplanade, and I-10 sees heavy traffic and frequent intersections. We help you understand options after a crash, fall, or work injury and keep records and deadlines organized.
Free Consultation: (504) 581-6411 · (877) 581-6411
The Gertler Law Firm: Personal Injury Lawyers In Metairie, Louisiana
My name is Mike Gertler, and I am a founding partner of the Gertler Law Firm. With a strong presence not just in our New Orleans office but also in Metairie and throughout Louisiana, our law firm has been a beacon of hope for accident victims for over 35 years. We’re not just attorneys but advocates who genuinely care about your well-being.
Our commitment is to your best interest. We aim to ensure that insurance companies fulfill their obligations. If you’ve been hurt in an auto accident, we’ll help you file an insurance claim and negotiate a fair settlement with your insurance company. If necessary, we’re prepared to take your case to trial.
We understand that no amount of compensation can undo the pain and suffering you’ve experienced. However, winning cases can help cover medical care costs, compensate for lost wages, and provide some measure of justice. Our goal is to help you navigate this challenging time and secure the compensation you deserve.
Practice areas
While we specialize in a broad spectrum of personal injury cases, here are some of the areas we frequently handle:
- Mesothelioma: Asbestos exposure can lead to this rare cancer.
- Birth Injuries: Including Cerebral Palsy and Erb’s Palsy.
- Defective Products: Injuries caused by malfunctioning products.
- Motor Vehicle Accidents: Severe injuries from car and truck accidents.
- Medical Malpractice: When healthcare professionals cause harm.
- Nursing Home Issues: Addressing abuse and negligence.
- Workplace Accidents: From construction sites to industrial settings.
- Offshore Injuries: Including oil rig accidents.
- Defective Medical Implants: Such as hip replacements.
Auto & Transportation: We see collisions near Causeway approaches, Veterans, and Airline. We gather photos, intersection diagrams, and insurer positions to clarify coverage.
Catastrophic Injury (TBI): Head injuries may follow highway impacts or falls around large shopping areas. We coordinate records from East Jefferson General and nearby Ochsner facilities and keep your care timeline aligned.
Premises Liability: Apartments, parking lots, and retail centers near Lakeside and Clearview require safe conditions; we document hazards and maintenance procedures.
Product Liability & Dangerous Substances: Household and workplace products can fail or lack clear warnings. We evaluate design, instructions, and regional distribution roles.
Construction Accidents: Work in the Elmwood/Jefferson industrial corridor often involves equipment and multiple subs; we review safety training and site controls.
Workers’ Compensation: We outline medical and wage benefits and evaluate whether a third-party claim exists alongside workers’ comp.
Wrongful Death: We discuss documentation and appropriate next steps with privacy and care.
And many more. Don’t hesitate to reach out if your specific situation isn’t listed. We’re equipped to handle a wide range of cases.
Insurance & Medical Bills 101 (Metairie)
We coordinate health benefits, review UM/UIM and MedPay, and organize provider bills from East Jefferson General and Ochsner. For work injuries, we explain workers’ comp and any related claims.
Typical Local scenarios
While every case is unique, these examples represent common patterns we see in local injury claims:
- Rear-end crash on Veterans Blvd near a busy intersection.
- Fall at a grocery or retail property with poor floor care.
- Job-site injury in the Elmwood area involving a subcontractor.
- Defective consumer product tied to a home injury.
These examples are provided for illustration purposes only and do not reflect specific cases handled by our firm.
What to Bring
Photos/video, report numbers, medical summaries/bills, insurance cards/policies, concise timeline.
FAQs
If my crash was in Metairie, is the court in Gretna?
Most Jefferson Parish civil cases are filed in the 24th Judicial District Court (Gretna); some smaller matters are heard in First Parish Court (Metairie).
Which hospital should I visit?
Seek the nearest appropriate facility; East Jefferson General or Ochsner Urgent Care are close by. We’ll help organize records afterward.
Can you help with work injuries in Metairie?
Yes. We handle workers’ comp matters and any related third-party claims.
Contact
Call (504) 581-6411 or (877) 581-6411 for a free consultation.
Parent Parish
Jefferson Parish
Adjacent Parishes:
Orleans Parish
St. Charles Parish
St. Bernard Parish