At the heart of Plaquemines Parish, Belle Chasse sits along LA-23 (Belle Chasse Hwy) between the Intracoastal Waterway, NAS JRB New Orleans, and the Belle Chasse Bridge/Tunnel. Local traffic blends commuters, service members, shipyard crews, and industrial fleets, creating frequent crash, workplace, and premises claims.
The Gertler Law Firm helps residents and workers secure evidence, coordinate medical treatment, and communicate clearly with insurers from the first call through resolution.
Free Consultation: (504) 581-6411 · (877) 581-6411
What We Handle
Auto & Transportation
LA-23, Engineers Rd, and the Bridge/Tunnel approaches see steady congestion and heavy-vehicle flow. We collect crash reports, photos, and black-box or traffic-camera data to establish liability and coverage.
Catastrophic Injury (TBI)
Head and spine trauma often follows highway or industrial incidents. We coordinate imaging and therapy records through Plaquemines Medical Center and West Jefferson Medical Center, ensuring documentation tracks long-term effects.
Premises Liability
Retail centers, marina properties, and fabrication facilities must maintain safe lighting and surfaces. We inspect logs, vendor contracts, and cleanup schedules to confirm accountability.
Product Liability & Dangerous Substances.
Defective equipment or consumer tools, common in shipyard or home-repair settings, require proof of design or warning failures. We preserve the product, manuals, and purchase data.
Construction & Workplace Accidents
Corridor and facility projects along LA-23 frequently involve cranes, lifts, and multiple subcontractors. We review site-safety plans, contracts, and OSHA documentation to pinpoint control of the hazard.
Workers’ Compensation
We outline medical and wage benefits, coordinate employer authorizations, and assess possible third-party claims in addition to workers’ comp.
Wrongful Death
We guide families through documentation, venue selection, and insurance communication with clarity and respect.
Insurance & Medical Bills 101 (Belle Chasse)
- Health insurance typically pays first; liability, UM / UIM, and MedPay may add or reimburse.
- We organize billing from Plaquemines Medical Center, West Jefferson Medical Center, and nearby clinics, reconcile EOBs, and address any hospital or health-plan liens.
- For on-the-job injuries, we align workers’ comp billing with third-party claims to prevent duplication.
Typical Local Scenarios
The following examples are for illustration only and do not represent actual clients or cases handled by our firm.
- Two-car collision on LA-23 near NAS JRB or Bridge/Tunnel traffic.
- Slip/trip at a marina or retail property with wet decking or poor lighting.
- Forklift/lift incident at a corridor project or fabrication yard.
- Defective power tool or pressure-washer injury during home maintenance.
What to Bring
Photos/video of the scene, police or incident numbers, insurer letters, medical summaries and bills, insurance cards/policies, and a brief timeline of treatment and missed work.
FAQs (Belle Chasse)
Which court handles Belle Chasse cases?
The 25th Judicial District Court (Pointe à la Hache) hears most parish civil matters.
Do I need to travel to court?
Often not. We handle filings and scheduling for you and coordinate virtual or phone consultations.
What if the other driver is uninsured?
Your UM / UIM coverage may apply to fill gaps. We review your policy and explain the next steps.
How long do I have to file a claim?
Louisiana law generally allows one year from the incident date. Contact us promptly to preserve evidence along LA-23 and industrial corridors.
Contact
Call (504) 581-6411 or (877) 581-6411 for a free, confidential consultation.
Our firm works on a contingency-fee basis.
Parent Parish
Plaquemines Parish
Adjacent Parishes
Jefferson
St. Bernard
Orleans
Nearby Cities
Harvey
Gretna
New Orleans