General Info

The attorneys of Pugh, Accardo, Haas, Radecker, Carey & Hymel, LLC have tried cases ranging from the simplest slip and fall accidents to the most complex toxic tort cases. We have the expertise to handle a broad range of civil litigation, including toxic torts, environmental litigation, products liability, admiralty and maritime, cargo, construction, business litigation, insurance coverage, insurance defense, and class actions. We have handled cases at all levels in both state and federal courts and are also experienced in appeals, mediation, and arbitration. We also represent clients in a variety of administrative proceedings, including Longshore & Harbor Workers' Compensation, State Workers' Compensation, Unemployment Benefits, Defense Base Act, Social Security, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and United States Coast Guard. Naturally, the firm also counsels its clients in order to avoid the pitfalls and situations which can lead to litigation in the first place. In many cases, prevention of a lawsuit is the most cost-effective method of handling conflict. Our clients know they can call upon our firm to discuss situations which could potentially result in litigation. Although primarily based in downtown New Orleans, Louisiana, we assist clients on a local, regional, and national level. We employ attorneys who are licensed to practice in Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas, California, Maine, and Georgia. We have also been appointed by several clients to oversee litigation done by other law firms across the country. The firm also maintains an office in Mandeville, Louisiana.