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I Was Injured Using An Old Electrical Tool. Can I Still Sue The Manufacturer?

January 21, 2023 by Louis Gertler Last Modified: March 7, 2026

While New Orleans product liability lawsuits involving older products can be a little more difficult, there is really no reason not to pursue a claim that a product is defective just because it is old. It is easier, however, to prove that there is a defect in the design of a product when its dangerous characteristic can […]

I Fell In A Store And Was Hurt. How Can I Prove The Store Was Responsible?

January 18, 2023 by Louis Gertler Last Modified: October 28, 2025

It’s really not a secret on how you prove store liability in a New Orleans slip and fall lawsuit. All merchants in New Orleans, such as Walmart, Rouses Market, Winn-Dixie, Fresh Market, Whole Foods and Costco, are required by law to keep the aisles and floors of their businesses in a reasonably safe condition. This includes taking the proper precautions to ensure that […]

Can Nursing Home Staff Keep Me From Seeing My Loved One In New Orleans?

January 16, 2023 by Louis Gertler Last Modified: October 28, 2025

Nursing homes are not allowed to keep you from seeing and visiting with your loved one in residential care. In fact, if you suspect that a nursing home is creating unreasonable obstacles to your visits, it may be a sign of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of your loved one. While the nursing home has the […]

What To Do If A Nursing Home In New Orleans Has Been Making My Parent’s Financial Decisions

January 15, 2023 by Louis Gertler Last Modified: October 28, 2025

When Nursing Homes Mishandle Or Steal Money Or Valuables When you see indications that a nursing home in New Orleans has been impeding your loved one’s freedom to make personal financial decisions, you really should act immediately. Under Louisiana’s Nursing Home Residents’ Bill of Rights, those under the care of a nursing home facility retain the […]

Should I Sue The Driver Who Caused My Motorcycle Accident?

January 12, 2023 by Louis Gertler Last Modified: March 7, 2026

Driving a motorcycle can be loads of fun, but it can also be extremely dangerous. Anytime you get on the road, you have to be attentive because you never know what can happen. Having auto insurance is sure to help ease any on-road anxiety since you know you’re covered, but knowing what to do after […]

A Car Turned Left In Front Of Me And I Hit It While Riding My Motorcycle In New Orleans. Isn’t The Driver At Fault?

January 9, 2023 by Louis Gertler Last Modified: October 28, 2025

In most cases, a driver making a left turn is considered to have caused a resulting accident. When a motorcycle collides with a car in that situation, the rider is usually able to pursue damage claims for a variety of losses. These can include damages to the motorcycle, hospital and medical bills, lost wages, pain […]

Can A Spouse File A Wrongful Death Suit After A Motorcycle Accident In New Orleans?

January 4, 2023 by Louis Gertler Last Modified: October 28, 2025

Yes, in the tragic situation where a person loses their life in a motorcycle accident in New Orleans, their spouse has standing to file a wrongful death suit to recover damages due to a motorcycle accident from an at-fault party, and more importantly, to hold that party accountable. Some cases are clear cut, such as when the […]

How Much Does It Cost To Fight A Dog Bite Case In New Orleans?

December 30, 2022 by Louis Gertler Last Modified: October 28, 2025

There’s no set cost when it comes to fighting dog bite and other injury cases in New Orleans, but the way the system works in most instances is that the victim pays nothing at all if your attorney doesn’t win. This is what is known as a “contingency fee basis,” where your legal team assumes […]

I Live In New Orleans But Have Mesothelioma From Where I Worked In Another State – Can I File A
Lawsuit Here?

December 13, 2022 by Louis Gertler Last Modified: October 28, 2025

In a mesothelioma lawsuit, deciding the best strategy to move forward involves many factors, including where the case should be filed. Determining whether or not Louisiana is the appropriate place for your claim is something you should talk about with an experienced mesothelioma lawyer. In many cases, where you live now isn’t material to the […]

Should I Call The Police After A Dog Bit My Child In New Orleans?

November 26, 2022 by Louis Gertler Last Modified: October 28, 2025

It’s always a good idea to take every precaution to protect the public after a dog bite in New Orleans. Calling the police also lets you file a police report, so there’s an official record of the incident and the police officer will represent one eye witness to the injuries your child sustained from the dog […]

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