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Louisiana's Private Works Act - Do I need to file a Notice of Contract?

Louisiana's Private Works Act (PWA) was amended to reflect modified notice requirements, deadlines, definitions, and processes for parties to follow. These revisions do not change the purpose of the PWA, which offers certain statutory claims for payment to parties that perform work on private construction projects, but impact the details protecting the preservation of claims.

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What do you do when the Insurance Company Denies Your Homeowners Claim?

At Montiel Hodge, we strive to deliver results as quickly as we can. We understand that most homeowner’s are not interest in protracted litigation, they just want their homes back. If you are having trouble working with your insurance company, give us a call. We would be happy to help.

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How Do We Handle an Occupational Noise Induced Hearing Loss Claim?

There are many avenues for effectively litigating a Hearing Loss claim. Usually, we recommend sending the claimant to an audiologist of his choice to determine if he has any hearing loss. He will likely also be entitled to treatment with his choice of ENT physician as well. 

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