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Recouping Gustav Evacuation Expenses Under Homeowners Policies

Because Louisiana residents were under a mandatory evacuation order, they may be able to recover their evacuation expenses under their homeowner’s policy.

Louisiana High Court Upholds Flood Exclusion

John Houghtaling was widely quoted in the media regarding the Louisiana Supreme Court’s ruling that a common homeowners flood exclusion does in fact exclude damage caused by a levee break.

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Our attorneys have been recognized for their legal success since the firm’s founding in 1971.

Top 10 trial attorneys in the United States

– National Law Journal

100 Most Powerful Lawyers in America

– National Law Journal

2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 Leadership in Law

– New Orleans CityBusiness

2006 & 2007 Emerging Leaders Honoree

– U.S. Congressional Black Caucus

Top Trial Lawyers in America

– Million Dollar Advocates Forum

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