Louis Gertler

A pre-existing injury claim can still be valid after a car accident. For many people in New Orleans, that is the first thing they need to hear. A prior back problem, old knee damage, neck pain, arthritis, or a past surgery does not automatically destroy a case. What matters is whether the crash caused a […]

In Louisiana, it is typical that you have one year to file your claim from the date of the accident. This is called the prescription period. However, there sometimes can be exceptions to this rule that will allow you to still file a lawsuit. It is important to contact a personal injury attorney right away […]

A car accident can leave you shaken, hurt, and unsure of what comes next. That confusion gets even worse when you do not know who caused the crash. If you are trying to figure out car accident fault in New Orleans, the most important thing to know is that you do not have to decide […]

After a crash, a New Orleans accident settlement offer can seem like a relief. The bills are already arriving. You may have missed work. Your car may still be in the shop. Then the insurance company reaches out and offers a check for your medical expenses. At first glance, that sounds helpful. In reality, it […]

A New Orleans police car accident can leave you with more than a wrecked vehicle and painful injuries. It can also leave you with a difficult legal question: can you sue the city when the vehicle that hit you belongs to law enforcement? In many cases, the answer is yes. But these claims are not […]

A company car accident in New Orleans can leave you dealing with more than a damaged vehicle. In one moment, you may find yourself facing questions about your employer’s insurance, the other driver’s coverage, your medical care, missed time from work, and whether you should speak with adjusters before you fully understand your rights. When […]

A serious crash can change everything in a matter of seconds. One moment you are driving through New Orleans traffic, and the next you are in an ambulance, in an emergency room, or facing follow-up care you never expected to need. For many people, the physical pain is only the beginning. Soon after the wreck, […]

It is easy to understand why some people worry about seatbelt injuries in New Orleans car wrecks. After a collision, a driver or passenger may walk away with bruising across the chest, shoulder pain, or marks along the abdomen and wonder whether the belt did more harm than good. That reaction makes sense. Still, when […]