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What Legal Steps Should I Take For Dog Bite Injuries In New Orleans

August 20, 2021 by Louis Gertler Last Modified: October 28, 2025

If you’ve been the victim of a dog bite or similar animal injury, then you know just how traumatic and frightening the experience can be. Aside from the immediate effects of the injury itself, there are the lasting effects of scars and disfigurements as well as the possibility for emotional wounds related to the trauma. […]

What Is Unique About New Orleans Rideshare Accidents?

August 18, 2021 by Louis Gertler Last Modified: October 28, 2025

New Orleans requires certain insurance conditions to be met by a rideshare company and its drivers before the company can offer its services. Some of these conditions may apply if you have been involved in a rideshare accident. If your driver is logged into the app when the accident occurs, then the rideshare company will […]

What To Do If You’re In An Uber Or Lyft Accident In New Orleans

August 12, 2021 by Louis Gertler Last Modified: March 7, 2026

Regardless of how the accident happened, it is important to call 911 immediately if you are in an Uber or Lyft accident. Make sure to give the police as much information as possible about your side of the story. If there were any injuries, get medical attention quickly. This applies whether you are the passenger, […]

How Long Does It Take The Va To Approve A Mesothelioma Claim For Someone In New Orleans?

August 10, 2021 by Louis Gertler Last Modified: October 28, 2025

While time frames may vary, at the time of this writing, it’s reasonable to expect that a mesothelioma claim with the VA will be decided within three to four months. This assumes that your benefits claim is thorough and complete, and that the VA doesn’t need additional documentation from you to support it. When the VA receives […]

Mediation Or Litigation: What Is Better For Your Car Accident Case

May 10, 2021 by Louis Gertler Last Modified: March 7, 2026

If you have been injured or have suffered the loss of a loved one due to a car wreck, you should know your options for getting compensation. While you may be within your rights to sue, for some, the stress of court dates and litigation is too much to handle. If this is the case, you […]

How Mold Affects Your Home, Health, And Insurance Policy

May 8, 2021 by Louis Gertler Last Modified: October 28, 2025

Mold is all around us, both inside and outside our homes. Some of that mold is harmless and others are more dangerous. Any mold found inside a home should be removed quickly, but that removal can be costly. Homeowners insurance and mold don’t always mesh well, but it’s important to know if and how mold is covered […]

What Happens If A Stolen Car Gets In An Accident?

April 18, 2021 by Louis Gertler Last Modified: March 7, 2026

Being involved in a car accident can be expensive and terrifying, whether you are liable for it or not. But what happens if your car wasn’t even in your possession at the time of the accident? Will you be held liable for damages? What if you didn’t know your car was stolen at the time? […]

Baton Rouge PD Accuses Off-Duty Officer In Drunk Driving Crash

February 12, 2020 by Louis Gertler Last Modified: October 28, 2025

A Baton Rouge police officer was in custody following a recent crash in his unmarked police cruiser. Dave Davis, 30, was off-duty on Sunday when he reportedly ran a red light and crashed into another car. Louisiana State Police, EMS, and firefighters responded to the scene of the crash, but Davis became combative as they […]

What Makes Asbestos A Carcinogen?

November 27, 2018 by Louis Gertler Last Modified: October 29, 2025

Carcinogenic means cancer-causing. Materials are known as carcinogenic because they provoke changes in cells that multiply continuously. This term is known as “malignancy.” In the case of asbestos, the cause is thought to be a chronic inflammatory state. Asbestos is a fibrous mineral. This means it is made of millions and millions of small, microscopic fibers […]

Can I Sue The Marine Corps If I Have Mesothelioma?

November 13, 2018 by Louis Gertler Last Modified: October 28, 2025

New Orleans Lawyer For Veteran With Mesothelioma As a general proposition, active-duty military members and retirees from the military branches are not allowed to sue the Marine Corps or any other branch. That doesn’t mean you have no recourse when you’ve developed mesothelioma after being exposed to asbestos while serving our country. There are several […]

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