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When you’re hurt at work, your bills don’t stop—but your paychecks might. That’s when you need a Workers’ Compensation Lawyer in New Orleans who knows how to fight and win. At Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys, we help injured workers in New Orleans, Metairie, and Kenner get the benefits they deserve. Our Workers’ Comp Law Firm offers free consultations and the G Guarantee, so you don’t pay unless we win.
Types of Workers’ Accident Compensation Cases We Handle
Our New Orleans workers’ compensation attorneys handle all types of job-related injury claims—from construction accidents to repetitive strain injuries—helping clients in Metairie and Kenner get full and fair benefits.
Workplace Accident Statistics
Workplace injuries happen more often than many think. In New Orleans, thousands of workers file comp claims every year.
5,283
fatal work injuries in 2023
3.5
fatalities per 100,000 workers
20.6%
of work place accidents involved workers aged 55 to 64
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
Types of Workplace Accident Injuries in New Orleans
In addition to workplace injury claims, we represent victims of car accidents, trucking accidents, maritime injuries, and other personal injury cases across Louisiana.
- Quadriplegic Injury
- Facial Injury
- Joint Injuries
- CTE Brain Injury
- Internal Injuries
- Neck injury
- Chronic Pain
- Soft Tissue Injury
- Spinal Cord Accident
- Paralysis Injury
- Whiplash
- Pain & Suffering
- Scarring & Disfigurement
- Back Injury
- Broken Bones
- Hearing Loss
- Speeding Car Accident
- Distracted Driving Car Accident
- Rollover Car Accident
- Amputation Injury
- Construction Accident
- Eye Injury
- Brain Injury
- And More ...
Understanding Workers’ Compensation Benefits in Louisiana
Under Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Law, most employees injured on the job are entitled to benefits—regardless of who caused the accident. This includes full-time, part-time, and seasonal workers in New Orleans and surrounding areas. You must report your injury within 30 days, and your employer must carry comp insurance by law. Louisiana’s system covers medical costs, wage replacement, and disability benefits, but deadlines and paperwork can trip you up if you’re not careful. Our Work Injury Lawyers know the local rules and will make sure you don’t miss critical steps.
Common Workplace Injuries Covered by Workers’ Comp
Our Workplace Injury Lawyers handle claims involving falls from scaffolding, industrial equipment accidents, repetitive motion injuries, chemical exposures, and more. Whether you work in construction, oil and gas, healthcare, or an office in New Orleans, you have the right to pursue benefits for lost wages, medical care, and—if applicable—permanent disability.
Denied or Disputed Workers’ Comp Claims
If your claim was denied, don’t give up. Many Louisiana claims are rejected for reasons like missed deadlines, “pre-existing” injuries, or lack of medical proof. Our Workers’ Compensation Loss Attorneys in New Orleans know how to challenge denials, present strong medical evidence, and win on appeal.
Workers’ Compensation Benefits You May Be Entitled To
Louisiana workers may qualify for:
- Wage replacement for missed work
- Medical expense coverage with no out-of-pocket costs
- Vocational rehabilitation to help you return to work
- Permanent disability benefits if you can’t fully recover
Our Permanent Disability Benefits Lawyers in New Orleans can also negotiate lump-sum settlements when appropriate. Settlement amounts depend on your wages, medical condition, and whether your injury is temporary or permanent.
The Workers’ Compensation Claim Process in New Orleans
The process starts with reporting your injury within 30 days. Then, your employer files a claim with their insurer, who decides whether to approve or deny it. Our Workers’ Compensation Claim Lawyers will:
- File your claim and gather evidence
- Handle all insurance company communications
- Negotiate settlements or appeal denials
We also fight for fair workers’ compensation settlements when insurance offers fall short.
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Injured in an Accident? Find Legal Help Near You
If you’ve been injured at work in New Orleans, Metairie, or Kenner, get a local lawyer who knows the system and fights to win. At Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys, you get the G Guarantee: No Win, No Fee. Call 888.501.7888 or fill out our free consultation form today. With 679+ years of combined legal experience, $3 Billion recovered, and 230+ Million dollar verdicts and settlements, we have the resources to take on big insurance companies—and win.
Employer Retaliation & Worker Rights
It’s illegal for employers in Louisiana to fire, demote, or harass you for filing a comp claim. Our Job Injury Lawyers protect clients from retaliation and hold employers accountable for violating your rights. If you suspect retaliation after a workplace accident, we’ll help you take swift legal action.
Don’t Wait — Talk to a New Orleans Workers Compensation Lawyer Today
At Gordon Mckernan Injury Attorneys, we understand that emotional and physical recovery come hand and hand after an injury or accident. We also know that you may not have the energy or time to fight with an insurance company and the complexities of your personal injury claim.
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Settlements & Verdicts
$26,000,000
Class action settlement for chemical exposure
Class action settlement for chemical exposure case.
$3,750,000
Wrongful death in commercial trucking accident 3750000
A settlement has been reached in the case of a 1996 accident that claimed the lives of three Jones County residents.
$1,000,000
Truck Driver Rear Ended by Another 18 Wheeler
Our client a truck driver was rear ended by another 18-wheeler.
$125,000
18 Wheeler Mississippi Wreck
Our client was involved in an 18 wheeler wreck in Mississippi that resulted in multiple injuries and a settlement of $125,000.
$200,000
18 Wheeler Tow Truck
18 Wheeler Tow Truck incident due to mishandling resulted in injuries to our client and a case settlement of $200,000. Handled by Attorney Richard Zimmerman.
$185,000
18 Wheeler Wreck with Cane Truck
Our client was driving an 18 wheeler when they were hit head on by a cane truck. Resulted in both chest and shoulder injuries and a settlement of $185,000.
$375,000
Cement Truck Accident
The client pulled up to construction site when a cement truck in front of him backed into him twice.
$390,000
Two 18 Wheelers Wreck
Two 18 wheelers wreck causing our client to have disc injuries. Case resulted in a settlement of $390,000.
$429,000
Big Trucks Collide with Client Suffering Bulging Discs and Mild Protrusion
Our client, big truck driver was hit by another 18-wheeler. The impact caused bulging discs and minor protrusion.
$6,000,000
Accident on oil platform causes brain damage
Oil rig worker settles for $6 million after suffering extensive facial fractures and brain damage.
$175,000
Side Swiped with Many Injuries
Our client was side swiped and suffered many injuries, including neck, back, shoulder and hand. Case settled for $175,000.
$1,600,000
Guest Passenger Injured in a T Bone Truck Accident
Our client was a guest passenger in a vehicle when they were involved in a T-bone accident with a truck resulting in severe injuries.
$13,000,000
Commercial Big Truck Accident Causes Brain Injury to Young Boy
As a result of a commercial big truck accident, a young boy suffers brain injury.
$877,191
18 Wheeler Rear Ends Another 18 Wheeler
Our client was driving his 18 wheeler when another 18 wheeler rear-ended him. The case resulted in a $877,191 verdict.
$27,000
Lengthy Premise Liability Case in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Client had a premises liability case in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Foot had a puncture wound with no stitches and 3 months of treatment.
$4,500
Client Involved in Premises Liability Case in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Client involved in a premise liability case in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The client reported suffering from whole body soreness.
$21,700,000
Construction worker severely injured on the job
Our client was a construction worker that was severely injured on the job.
$12,800,000
Two Worker’s Asbestos Exposure
Two former chemical plant workers dying of lung cancer won a $12.8 million state award, blaming their illness on asbestos used in industrial insulation.
$3,000,000
Double amputation of legs from electrical shock
An employee of an oil company suffered severe electrical shock when a gen pole came in contact with high power lines.
$2,900,000
Workers exposed to chemical
Workers were exposed to a chemical, resulting in a $2,900,000 settlement.
$250,000
63 Year Old Pipe Welder Working on Barge in Gulf
Settlement for pipe welder suffering rib and back injuries after being transferred from a tug boat to barge when basket became entrapped on barge equipment.
$240,000
Workers Comp Prison Injury
Our client suffered an ankle injury while working at a prison, resulting in a workers comp case and a verdict of $240,000.
$130,000
Workers Comp Fall Injury
Our client suffered a workers comp injury from a fall onto concrete with improper safety codes met. Case resulted in a $130,000 settlement.
$130,000
Workers’ Compensation Injury
Client was involved in a Workers’ Compensation Injury case which was handled by Attorney Annabelle Manning. Case resulted in a settlement of $130,000.
$125,000
Injury at Work on a Ladder
Our client suffered an injury at work on a ladder, having to pull down some heavy equipment and missing a step. Case resulted in a $125,000 settlement.
$110,000
Injured on the Job
Our client was injured on the job as they slipped while working security, suffering back injuries. Case settled for $110,000.
$3,500,000
Truck Driver T Boned by 18 Wheeler
Our client, a truck driver, was hit by an 18-wheeler that ran a stop sign and T boned his truck.
$2,800,000
Defective product design in truck causes paraplegia
Our client was involved in an accident which the defective product design in the truck caused paraplegia.
$1,975,000
Warehouse worker pinned by delivery truck suffers massive internal injuries
A delivery truck pins a warehouse worker resulting in massive internal injuries.
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