Top best Workers Compensation Lawyers in ZIP 70119 | 7 available
7 Workers Compensation lawyers are available in ZIP code 70119 in New Orleans, Indiana. Average rating of these lawyers is 3.3/5 and 65% provide free consultation with average fees of $319 per hour.
Workers Compensation Lawyers Nearby New Orleans 70119 (by distance)
Within 5 miles near you
(New Orleans Area) 70112 1.5 miles
(New Orleans Area) 70139 2.0 miles
(New Orleans Area) 70113 2.3 miles
(New Orleans Area) 70130 2.9 miles
(New Orleans Area) 70115 3.7 miles
(Metairie Area) 70001 4.9 miles
Within 10 miles near you
(New Orleans Area) 70002 5.1 miles
Within 25 miles near you
(Kenner Area) 70062 10.1 miles
(Belle Chasse Area) 70037 13.8 miles
Within 50 miles near you
(Covington Area) 70433 33.7 miles
4 - 7
$242 - $395
46% - 83%
3.1 - 3.5 ★
FAQs - Workers Compensation Lawyers in 70119 city New Orleans How many Workers Compensation lawyers actively serve residents of New Orleans, Louisiana? Approximately 43 licensed attorneys focus on Workers Compensation across New Orleans, Louisiana. Most matters are filed through the Louisiana District Court, where local rules shape timelines and filing steps. What is the typical hourly fee for Workers Compensation lawyers in New Orleans, Louisiana? In New Orleans, typical rates range from $204-$402 per hour for Workers Compensation. End-to-end case budgets frequently land between $3586 and $8717, depending on hearings and discovery. How long do Workers Compensation matters usually take in courts near New Orleans? Workers Compensation cases in New Orleans, Louisiana usually take around 3-9 months depending on complexity and the Louisiana District Court docket. Which local court most often hears Workers Compensation cases for people living in New Orleans, Louisiana? Residents of New Orleans typically see Workers Compensation filings handled by the Louisiana District Court. Proximity to helps with quick submissions and clerk communications. Do attorneys around offer a free first consultation for Workers Compensation? About 60% of firms near ZIP offer a free first consultation for Workers Compensation, so you can compare strategy and fit before committing.
7 Workers Compensation Lawyers Found Near You
Stephanie Cheralla has 15 years of litigation experience, with a primary focus on the defense of Louisiana workers’ compensation cases. She launched Cheralla & Associates, a boutique woman-owned law firm, in 2023 after progressing from litigation attorney (2008 to 2017) to partner (2017 to 2023) at the New Orleans law firm of Degan, Blanchard & Nash, APLC.. She has handled more than 350 insurance defense litigation matters on behalf of individuals, employers, and insurers in administrative, state, and federal forums over the course of her legal career. Her workers’ compensation practice encompasses disputes brought under the following state and federal laws,. Louisiana Workers’ Compensation LawU.S. Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation ActDefense Base ActJones ActOuter-Continental Shelf Lands ActBy the NumbersPast Results are not a Guarantee of Future Success16 - Stephanie has served as the lead attorney on 16 trials before workers’ compensation tribunals and prepared for many more before the Louisiana Offices of Workers’ Compensation, U.S. Department of Labor Offices of Administrative Law Judges, and civil district courts throughout the State of Louisiana.12+ More than 12 defense assignments to Stephanie were voluntarily dismissed by the claimant/plaintiff upon the defendant’s showing of no merit ahead of motions for summary judgment.14 - Successful motions for summary judgment and exceptions granted, resulting in dismissal of defendant client.300+ The vast majority of the remaining 300 or so cases that did not go to trial or resolve through motions practice were settled ahead of trial, largely on very favorable terms to the client and sometimes with little or no contribution from our client.$$$ - Stephanie has recovered hundreds of thousands of dollars for workers’ compensation benefits paid back to defendant clients through subrogation matters in third party tort litigation.Tort Claim DefenseIn addition to workers’ compensation, Stephanie is experienced in defending tort causes of action for personal injuries involving motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, and premises liability. Earlier in her career she worked on Chinese-manufactured drywall products liability multi-district litigation, overseen by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana. This versatile background gives Stephanie the ability to also handle cases involving:. Maritime lawConstruction defectsPremises liabilityProducts liabilityTort/personal injury law. ABA TIPS Workers’ Compensation Committee, Vice Chair 2017 to 2019, Current MemberABA TIPS Section on Labor and Employment, Current MemberLouisiana Association of Self-Insured Employers, Current MemberLouisiana State Bar Association, 2008 to PresentNew Orleans Bar Association, 2008 to Present
Experienced Workers Compensation attorney serving clients in New Orleans and surrounding areas.
Experienced Workers Compensation attorney serving clients in New Orleans and surrounding areas.