Why Choose LaHatte?

Specialized Expertise in Insurance Claims

As managing partner of LaHatte Law Firm, LLC in Metairie, Louisiana, Joey LaHatte focuses on property and casualty claims, including fire, hurricane, freeze, and hailstorm damage. His deep understanding of homeowners’ insurance policies and bad faith practices enables him to effectively challenge insurers who deny, delay, or underpay claims.

• Fire Claims: LaHatte handles claims for fire and water damage, ensuring clients recover for structural and personal property losses.
• Hurricane Claims: With extensive experience post-Hurricane experience, including Isaac, Gustav, Maria, Michael, Delta, Zeta, Laura, and Hurricane Ida in 2021, he navigates complex wind and flood damage disputes, securing compensation for repairs and additional living expenses.
• Freeze Claims: LaHatte successfully represents clients with burst pipe or water damage claims, countering insurer attempts to misclassify causes.
• Hailstorm Claims: His expertise in storm-related damage, including roof and exterior claims, applies to hailstorm disputes.

Proven Success in Bad Faith Litigation

LaHatte has a strong track record of winning against major insurers like State Farm and Allstate. He leverages Louisiana’s bad faith laws (La. Rev. Stat. § 22:1892 and § 22:1973), which allow penalties up to 50% of the claim plus attorney’s fees, to maximize client recoveries.

• Notable Verdict: Secured a $61,000 bad faith verdict on a $20,000 policy, demonstrating his ability to achieve significant results, a bad faith verdict against Allstate in Shreveport Louisiana involving an asbestos roof removal, and numerous other pre-trial settlements totaling millions of dollars.
• Post-Ida Impact: Helped clients overcome insurer delays and denials after Hurricane Ida, which caused $18 billion in insured losses in Louisiana.

Regional Expertise in Louisiana and Gulf South, Including Florida

LaHatte’s practice spans Louisiana and the Gulf South, with relevant experience for Florida’s hurricane-prone environment. His knowledge of regional weather patterns and insurance tactics equips him to handle claims effectively.

• Louisiana Focus: Deep familiarity with Louisiana’s legal framework and post-disaster challenges.
• Florida Applicability: Experience with hurricane claims translates to Florida, where insurers often dispute wind vs. flood damage. His bad faith litigation skills address common issues in both states.

Client-Centered Approach

LaHatte Law Firm prioritizes accessibility and client satisfaction:

• Free Consultations: Available at (504) 309-2996 or joey@lahattelaw.com.
• 24/7 Availability: Critical for urgent post-disaster needs.
• Stress Relief: Clients praise his ability to manage claims, with one stating, “Joey was awesome at keeping my stress about the situation down, by getting us a rental home once our house was destroyed.”
• Contingency Fees: Works primarily on a no-recovery, no-fee basis. This means you can hire LaHatte Law Firm without paying anything up front.

Aggressive Advocacy Against Insurers

LaHatte fearlessly litigates against billion-dollar insurers, filing lawsuits and pursuing appeals when needed. His advice to document all insurer communications strengthens clients’ cases. Joey also practices in personal injury and car accident cases in Louisiana; something his father did since 1984 for almost 20 years of experience in auto accident wreck litigation.

Community Trust

A New Orleans native, LaHatte is a Loyola Law graduate, an elected official - Kenner City Councilman, former Vice President of the Driftwood Park Civic Association).

His local ties and commitment to policyholders enhance his credibility and has numerous ties to non-profit organizations in the Greater New Orleans area, including many Mardi Gras Krewes and philanthropic groups.

Why Choose Joey LaHatte?

• Expertise: Specialized in fire, hurricane, freeze, and hailstorm claims with a focus on bad faith, and car accidents.
• Results: Proven victories against major insurers, including significant bad faith penalties.
• Regional Knowledge: Effective in Louisiana and applicable to Florida’s insurance disputes.
• Client Focus: Accessible, stress-reducing, and client-oriented.
• Advocacy: Aggressive litigation to secure fair compensation.
• For homeowners facing insurance disputes, Joey LaHatte’s experience, regional expertise, and dedication make him an excellent choice to ensure fair treatment and maximum recovery. Contact his firm to discuss your claim.