About Max Chotto, A.P.L.C. — Personal Injury Gretna Louisiana

Max Chotto, A.P.L.C. is a personal injury Gretna firm representing crash victims and injured workers across Jefferson Parish and the West Bank. Cases are typically filed at the 24th Judicial District Court at the Thomas F. Donelon Courthouse on Derbigny Street, where Jefferson Parish handles civil and criminal dockets. Louisiana’s recently updated prescription period — now two years for most personal injury claims — makes early consultation with local counsel essential.

The practice handles auto, truck, motorcycle, and pedestrian collisions, slip-and-fall claims, and wrongful death matters. Most cases are taken on contingency, with no upfront cost to clients. For broader local options, see other Gretna attorneys serving Jefferson Parish. The firm assists English- and Spanish-speaking clients across the West Bank.

What Clients Say

Reviews of Gretna injury practices commonly highlight steady communication, fair fee structures, and attorneys who push insurance carriers past their initial offers. Clients also appreciate counsel who clearly explain Louisiana’s pure comparative fault rule and the way medical liens, including Medicaid claims, are negotiated before final disbursement.

Personal Injury Gretna — Practice Areas & Services

• Auto, truck, and motorcycle crash claims under Louisiana Civil Code
• Slip-and-fall and premises liability cases
• Wrongful death and survival actions under La. C.C. art. 2315
• Uninsured and underinsured motorist disputes
• Workers’ compensation matters before the OWC

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do I have to file a personal injury Gretna claim?

Louisiana extended the prescription period for most personal injury claims to two years, effective for accidents on or after July 1, 2024. Crashes before that date are governed by the prior one-year deadline, so timing is critical and best confirmed with counsel right away.

What does a Gretna personal injury attorney cost?

Most Jefferson Parish injury attorneys, including this firm, work on contingency. The standard fee is roughly one third of the recovery if the case settles before suit is filed, rising to 40% after litigation begins. Initial consultations are typically free.

Where are Gretna injury cases heard?

Most Jefferson Parish civil cases are filed at the Thomas F. Donelon Courthouse, 200 Derbigny Street, Gretna, LA 70053, which serves the 24th Judicial District Court. Federal claims may move to the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana in New Orleans.