When you are having a fun night out at a casino, the only thing that should be on your mind is entertainment. Unfortunately, casino slip and fall accidents happen, and they can lead to serious injuries. In some cases, you may be legally eligible for compensation. At the Gertler Law Firm, our experienced New Orleans slip and fall accident attorneys can evaluate your incident and determine if you have a case. We have handled numerous cases against casinos and will fight for your settlement. Call us to receive a free consultation with one of our slip and fall attorneys if you were injured or hurt at any of the following casinos in New Orleans or Baton Rouge: Harrah’s Caesars Boomtown Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots Treasure Chest Cypress Bayou Casino Belle of Baton Rouge Hollywood Casino L’Auberge Casino Causes, Injuries, And Damages For Slip And Fall Accidents In New Orleans Area…Read More
Every injury claim and nursing home abuse suit is different, with its own set of facts, damages, and types of unlawful conduct from perpetrators. Your attorney will help you weigh the various factors involved, including the form of abuse that’s been inflicted at the nursing facility, the specific injuries involved, the duration of the abuse, and any current medical costs. Your lawyer can also help you figure into your case any future medical costs related to the abuse, awards for pain and suffering, punitive damages in some cases, and any other relevant elements. While the most obvious and most egregious forms of abuse are physical in nature, nursing home residents in New Orleans are also specifically protected from abusive conduct like financial exploitation, coercive taking of property, and more. There’s no one answer to what a nursing home abuse lawsuit is worth, but you’re far more likely to receive just compensation for…Read More
A stay at a hotel should be an enjoyable experience, letting you enjoy a home away from home. Sadly, slip and fall accidents and other types of accidents can happen anywhere – and hotels are no exception. Such falls can lead to painful, long-lasting injuries for which you may be entitled to compensation. If you are the victim of a slip-and-fall accident at a local hotel because of a hotels negligence, call the Gertler Law Firm. Our team of skilled New Orleans slip and fall accident attorneys can examine your case to determine compensation and even represent you in court if you were hurt in any hotel or motel in the area, including: AC Hotel by Marriott Aloft Astor Crowne Plaza Best Western Blake Hotel – Best Western Premier Comfort Suites Country Inn & Suites Courtyard by Marriott Courtyard New Orleans French Quarter Courtyard New Orleans Warehouse Arts District Doubletree by Hilton Embassy…Read More
What To Do When Nursing Home Administrators In New Orleans Ignore You When patients in a nursing home, or their loved ones, complain to a nursing home administrator about problems at the facility, they are obligated to report the complaint to state regulators, who will then investigate the allegations. At least, that’s how the process is supposed to work. If you suspect that your nursing home complaints are falling on deaf ears and that the proper channels for resolution of problems aren’t being utilized, then you may need to take matters into your own hands. Protecting our seniors living in residential care is a vital public interest. When a nursing home displays signs of unsanitary conditions, inadequate staffing, poorly trained staff, or worse, actual evidence of neglect or abuse happening on the premises, it’s up to us to fight back for our loved ones. When your complaints about conditions in a…Read More
Diana’s Story: It’s A Must Read Mesothelioma – Its Impact On An Individual And Their Family My name is Mike Gertler. I’m a personal injury attorney with the Gertler Law Firm. This firm has some of the most experienced Mesothelioma attorneys in New Orleans, if not the country. I would like to take a moment to tell you Diana’s tragic story. At the age of 33, Diana was told that she had Mesothelioma and would die from this cancer. Diana knew what she faced because she was a cancer nurse. Mesothelioma is a specific kind of cancer that attacks the lining around the lungs called the pleura. If you think of the lungs as two balloons, the lining should be elastic so the lungs can easily expand and contract to allow a person to draw in air. When a person has Mesothelioma, the lung, normally smooth, is encased with a…Read More
Experiencing a serious accident is usually the last thing on your mind when grocery shopping. Unfortunately, slip and fall accidents at retail stores like Robert Fresh Market are common. If you or someone you know has been in a Slip and Fall Accident at Robert Fresh Market, you might be entitled to compensation if it resulted from the store’s negligence. At the Gertler Law Firm, our New Orleans slip and fall accident attorneys can examine your case to see if you are owed damages for your injury and represent you in court. What Can I Do If I Was Injured In A Slip And Fall Accident At Robert Fresh Market? Slip and fall cases are a type of personal injury law called premises liability. Under premises liability law, property owners must ensure their buildings are safe for any customers or visitors. If property owners do not adequately maintain their property, fail…Read More
Mesothelioma and Asbestosis are two different diseases arising from exposure to asbestos. New Orleans workers who were exposed to this carcinogenic material often contract these diseases. Mesothelioma is the disease most commonly associated with asbestos exposure. While it is actually less common than asbestosis, its high fatality rate makes it one of the most devastating diseases caused by any industrial toxin. Briefly, mesothelioma is a cancer of the mesothelium – the lining that surrounds the organs in the chest and abdomen. It is caused by inhaled asbestos fibers that have worked their way through the lung into this outer lining. It has a very long latency period, and may not appear in diagnosable form until decades after exposure. For more details on different types of mesothelioma and its symptoms, click here. Asbestosis is also caused by inhaled asbestos fibers. In the case of asbestosis, these fibers become embedded in the inner…Read More
Winn-Dixie has been a staple supermarket chain in the South for as long as anyone can remember. A characteristic that all supermarkets share, unfortunately, is the possibility of a slip and fall accident. Winn-Dixie slip and fall accidents are universal hazards at any grocery store, and they can lead to severe injuries. If you have been injured in a Winn-Dixie slip and fall accident, you may be able to get financial compensation. Our New Orleans slip and fall accident attorneys are always ready to represent you for your settlement or lawsuit. Call the Gertler Law Firm today and get a free injury consultation. Steps To Take Right After The Fall In the event of a slip and fall accident, it’s essential to get help from an employee at once. If the fall has injured you, get medical help. Either get an employee to administer first aid or call 911 if the injury is serious. Then, you…Read More
Fresh Market is the last place you would think to have a slip and fall accident, given the comforting nature of the store and the company’s support of local farmers. Still, slip and fall accidents are common at any grocery store. These can be caused by something as simple as a wet floor, spills from slippery produce or drinks, or heavy objects falling from high shelves. Whatever the cause may be, slip, and fall accidents are dangerous and can cause serious harm. If you have been injured in a Fresh Market slip and fall accident at a, you may be eligible for financial compensation. At the Gertler Law Firm, our slip and fall lawyers have your back. Give us a call for a free consultation regarding your injury claim. What To Do After You Have Just Fallen The moment you experience a slip and fall accident, get ahold of a Fresh Market employee to assist you. Call 911 and get…Read More
A slip and fall at Whole Foods may be the last thing on your mind while grocery shopping. Yet slip and fall accidents can be hazardous and lead to severe injury. These can be caused by wet floors due to spilled food or drink, tracked in precipitation, at an entrance, or falling shelves and pallets. If you have slipped and fallen at Whole Foods and suffered an injury, you may be wondering who is liable or how to cover sudden medical expenses. The good news is that you may qualify for financial compensation. Call the Gertler Law Firm for a free injury consultation with a Whole Foods accident attorney. First Steps When Dealing With A Slip And Fall At Whole Foods Your immediate concern when you have slipped and fallen should be your health. Notify employees and call 911 if medical attention is needed on site. The next order of business is…Read More
