Is There a Cap on Damages in Louisiana?

The cap for damages in Louisiana is $500,000, even for situations where the total amount of loss comes out to millions of dollars. If we try a case and a jury comes back with a large award, then under the Medical Malpractice Act, the judge will reduce damages to the maximum amount. There are some cases that do not fall under the Medical Malpractice Act, which we can explain further if it applies to your situation. The purpose of a medical malpractice claim is to recover damages, so it is important to understand what they are, and what you might receive. Call Kopfler & Hermann to learn more about how we can help.

$665,000 Settlement for Lafourche Parish Collision

Kopfler & Hermann resolved a collision case in the 17th Judicial District Court for Lafourche Parish in April 2019 for $665,000. The matter arose from a serious motor vehicle collision involving commercial vehicles, requiring detailed accident reconstruction and depositions of multiple eyewitnesses and first responders.

The case required coordination with experts in accident reconstruction, biomechanics, and life care planning to fully document the injured client’s past medical expenses, future treatment needs, and lost earning capacity. Settlement negotiations were extensive, with the case concluding only after mediation produced a result that fairly compensated our client for the lasting impact of the injuries.

If you have been seriously injured in a collision in Lafourche Parish or anywhere in South Louisiana, please contact Kopfler & Hermann.