The devastating effects of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita have left a profound mark upon the communities that make up New Orleans and the surrounding area, if not the entire nation. In the wake of catastrophic events such as these, insult is often quite literally added to injury as many individuals and businesses find they are unable to collect on their insurance claims. 

A significant part of the work we at Herman, Herman, Katz & Cotlar, LLP do is to represent clients in first party insurance claims and subrogation cases. As members of the New Orleans community, we understand that disaster insurance law matters and have a personal stake in helping ensure clients obtain the coverage they pay for.  

• HHKC has been preeminent in the successful handling of first party insurance claims, including hurricane, fire [Link], flood, homeowners, business interruption, GCL or professional coverage, construction completion, and UM claims.

Our lawyers advise clients on what to look for in an insurance policy when obtaining disaster coverage or homeowner insurance.

Having successfully resolved countless claims in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, we provide our clients with invaluable assistance, utilizing a thorough knowledge of disaster insurance law. As Insurance Section Chair for the Louisiana Association of Justice (formerly LTLA), attorney Soren Gisleson is uniquely positioned to corroborate with other leaders in the field in order to address coverage disputes and analysis matters.

We help businesses with insurance cases, addressing issues of property damage and business interruption. Utilizing the expertise of consultants and accountants we are able to meticulously review policies and successfully litigate cases.

The firm has also handled subrogation in insurance cases involving refinery explosions and fires

If you or a loved one would like to speak to an attorney about a potential claim regarding disaster insurance claims, click here or call our office directly at (504) 581-4892.