Business Details
46 Years
experience
Your Trusted New Orleans Personal Injury Attorneys
At Gertler Law Firm, we have dedicated our practice to advocating for individuals who have suffered personal injuries due to the negligence of others. With decades of combined experience, our team of attorneys brings a deep understanding of Louisiana's legal landscape and a proven track record in handling complex personal injury and wrongful death cases. Our commitment to personalized service ensures that each client receives individualized attention, with strategies tailored to their unique circumstances.We specialize in navigating the intricacies of medical malpractice, asbestos exposure, automotive accidents, and more, always prioritizing our clients' well-being over corporate interests. Our contingency fee structure reflects our confidence in delivering results, as we only earn fees when we secure compensation for our clients. Through transparent communication and relentless advocacy, we empower clients to focus on recovery while we handle the legal complexities on their behalf.
Services
Personal Injury
Wrongful Death
Medical Malpractice
Mesothelioma Claims
Car Accidents
Birth Injury
Brain Injury
Defective Products
Truck Accidents
Nursing Home Abuse
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of experience in Louisiana personal injury litigation
- Our team provides personalized service with multi-generational legal expertise
- We handle complex cases involving medical malpractice and asbestos exposure
- Contingency fee basis ensures no upfront costs for clients
- Proven track record in multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements
What people say
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Successful outcomes
Services
Personal Injury
Our personal injury practice helps clients recover compensation for injuries caused by negligence. We handle cases involving automotive accidents, slip-and-falls, and workplace incidents. With decades of experience in Louisiana courts, we advocate for full coverage of medical expenses, lost wages, and emotional distress.
Mesothelioma Claims
Specializing in mesothelioma cases since the 1980s, we represent victims of asbestos exposure. Our attorneys navigate complex trust fund claims and litigation against manufacturers. We provide compassionate support while pursuing maximum compensation for medical treatment and family impact.
Wrongful Death
We assist families in pursuing wrongful death claims resulting from medical errors, automotive accidents, and workplace fatalities. Our approach combines empathetic guidance with aggressive litigation to secure financial stability for surviving family members through jury verdicts or settlements.
Medical Malpractice
Our medical malpractice practice addresses birth injuries, surgical errors, and misdiagnoses. We work with medical experts to prove negligence while explaining complex procedures in accessible terms. Cases include hospital errors, pharmaceutical mistakes, and long-term care facility negligence.
Car Accidents
Handling severe automotive collision cases, we represent victims of drunk driving, truck accidents, and rideshare incidents. Our team documents injuries like traumatic brain damage and spinal trauma while negotiating with insurance companies to cover rehabilitation costs and lost earning capacity.
People
Mike Gertler
Managing Partner
With over 35 years of experience, Mike Gertler leads our personal injury practice. A third-generation New Orleans attorney, he combines courtroom tenacity with compassionate client advocacy, focusing on complex litigation involving catastrophic injuries and wrongful death claims.
Louis Gertler
Attorney
Louis Gertler specializes in medical malpractice and premises liability cases. With a background in both trial litigation and appellate work, he has successfully represented clients in complex personal injury matters across Louisiana for over two decades.
Josh Gertler
Attorney
Josh Gertler focuses on product liability and automotive accident litigation. As a third-generation attorney, he brings fresh perspective to traditional legal challenges while maintaining the firm's commitment to personalized client service and aggressive advocacy.
Leah Rhodes
Attorney
Leah Rhodes handles nursing home abuse and catastrophic injury cases. Known for her empathetic approach, she has secured significant settlements for vulnerable clients while maintaining a strong courtroom presence when negotiating with insurance companies.
Questions
What is the statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Louisiana?
Louisiana law requires personal injury claims to be filed within one year from the date of injury or discovery of harm, with exceptions for minors and ongoing exposure cases.
How do mesothelioma trust fund claims work?
Mesothelioma victims can file claims with asbestos bankruptcy trusts by proving occupational exposure history through employment records and medical documentation linking their diagnosis to specific products.
What types of damages can accident victims recover?
Injury victims may seek compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and future care needs, with additional punitive damages available in cases of gross negligence.
Does the firm handle out-of-state cases?
While based in New Orleans, we represent clients throughout Louisiana and handle multi-jurisdictional cases involving Louisiana-based defendants or incidents occurring in the state.
What payment arrangements are available?
All personal injury cases are handled on a contingency fee basis with no upfront costs, meaning we only collect fees when we successfully recover compensation for our clients.
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