When a doctor, hospital, or medical provider fails to provide proper care, Louisiana law allows you to hold them accountable. Whether you were injured or you lost someone you love, we fight to get you the justice and compensation you need.

This covers hospital stays, surgeries, medications, rehabilitation, and any future medical care needed.

You shouldn’t lose income because of someone else’s mistake. We make sure you’re paid for missed work and reduced earning ability.

This is compensation for physical pain, emotional distress, and loss of quality of life.

If your loved one died due to medical negligence, we fight for compensation for your family’s devastating loss.

Whether the mistake just happened or occurred months ago, these steps protect your health and your case:

Seek immediate care from another provider. Your health comes first, and medical records document what happened.

Request complete charts, test results, and medication records. Don’t rely on summaries — get everything.

Document symptoms, conversations with doctors, dates, and any changes in condition while details are fresh.

Medical malpractice cases are complex and time sensitive. We’ll review your case at no cost and protect your rights.

For over 40 years, Our Attorneys have represented patients harmed by medical mistakes. We know hospital systems, insurance defense tactics, and how to build cases that win. See the entire team.

Richard J. Arsenault

Michael S. Koch

Wesley J. Gralapp

Medical malpractice cases are legally complex, and hospitals have powerful legal teams fighting to deny responsibility. We’ve spent over 40 years navigating Louisiana’s unique medical review panel system and know how to win these cases.

Our track record speaks for itself: over $10 billion recovered for Our Clients. We don’t just file paperwork. We analyze medical records, work with expert witnesses, and fight to win.

You’re dealing with pain, financial stress, and uncertainty while hospitals and doctors deny what happened. Our Attorneys are always available, Our Staff knows you by name, and we handle the legal fight so you can focus on healing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I sue if the doctor didn’t mean to cause harm?
Yes. Medical malpractice is based on negligence, not intent. If a healthcare provider fails to meet the professional “standard of care” used by other Louisiana doctors, they are liable for the resulting damages, regardless of their intentions.

Do I have to go to court right away?
Not exactly. Louisiana law requires most claims to first go before a Medical Review Panel. This panel of three doctors reviews your case before a lawsuit can even be filed in court. We handle the complex filing process required to get your case in front of this panel.

Do I have to pay upfront?
No. We work on a contingency fee, meaning we only get paid if you win your case and receive compensation. We advance all costs for investigators, experts, and filing fees.

What if the hospital denies responsibility?
This is common. We counter their denial by meticulously gathering evidence, consulting with independent medical experts, and navigating the Medical Review Panel process. If the panel or the hospital refuses to offer a fair settlement, we are prepared to take your case to trial.

How long do I have to file a medical malpractice claim in Louisiana?
Louisiana gives you one year from the date you discovered — or should have discovered — the malpractice to file a claim. There is also a three year absolute deadline from the date the act occurred, regardless of when you found out. These deadlines are strict and missing them can cost you your case entirely. Call us now so we can protect your rights. We’re available 24/7 at (318) 561-2500.

How do I know if I have a medical malpractice case?
If a doctor, nurse, hospital, or other healthcare provider failed to meet the standard of care that other qualified providers would have followed in the same situation — and that failure caused you harm — you may have a case. It’s not always obvious, which is why we work with independent medical experts to evaluate exactly what happened. We’ll review your situation for free and tell you if we can help.

What is the standard of care in a Louisiana medical malpractice case?
The standard of care is the level of treatment a reasonably competent healthcare provider in the same field would have provided under similar circumstances. It’s not about perfection — it’s about whether your doctor, nurse, or hospital did what other qualified providers would have done. When they fall below that standard and you’re harmed as a result, that’s medical malpractice. We work with independent medical experts to prove exactly where the line was crossed.