People come to this firm because medical malpractice in Louisiana does not work like most injury cases. The rules are technical, the deadlines are strict, and the process moves differently than what most patients expect. Having a New Orleans attorney who handles these cases regularly can make a real difference in how a claim is built and pursued.
Charbonnet Law Firm has represented injured families in New Orleans for more than 50 years, across three generations, working in the same local courts where these cases are decided.
Louisiana law also sets hard limits on malpractice claims. Most cases must first go through a medical review panel before a lawsuit can be filed. The filing deadline is strict under R.S. 9:5628, usually one year from the malpractice or from when it could reasonably have been discovered, with an absolute three-year cutoff. And unlike other injury cases, the two-year general deadline does not apply here.
These cases also rely heavily on medical experts and detailed records. The right expert often comes from within the same hospital systems involved, and building a strong case means working closely with physicians, specialists, and, in serious cases, financial experts to show the full impact of the injury.
The firm works on a contingency basis, so the focus stays on proving what actually happened and pursuing a recovery that reflects the real harm, not a quick settlement.
