Montiel Hodge, LLC

06/02/2026

Hurricane season has arrived. 🌧️ If a storm impacts your home or business, the steps you take immediately after will decide your financial recovery. From documenting evidence to avoiding bad-faith delays, check out our new guide to protect your property insurance rights.

https://www.montielhodge.com/blog/navigating-hurricane-season-your-essential-guide-to-louisiana-property-insurance-rights

05/29/2026

Insurance companies frequently use a delay in symptoms to deny or minimize your claim. Don't let them rewrite your timeline.

Our latest guide breaks down the common delayed injury signs to watch for and how to protect both your health and your legal rights.

👇 Read the full guide: https://www.montielhodge.com/blog/louisiana-car-accident-delayed-injury-guide

05/27/2026

Results speak louder than words. 🗣️ Proud to be named Best Law Firm in New Orleans by Business Rate!

A huge thank you to our incredible team and clients. The title is an honor, but our mission remains the same: advocating fiercely for victims and producing the best possible outcomes.⚜️

05/20/2026

“The neighborhood kids are damaging my property”

This story comes from the legal advice subreddit. Want more? Visit our profile to see our other advice videos!

05/12/2026

You work hard for Louisiana. We work hard for you.

An unexpected injury is stressful enough without the legal guesswork. Our attorneys at Montiel Hodge are here to guide you through the workers comp process and keep you prepared and informed.

Got more questions? Give us a call!

05/06/2026

Two States. One Commitment to Excellence. 📍

Montiel Hodge is proud to provide premier legal services to communities throughout Louisiana and Alabama. When results matter, we’re here to deliver.

📲 Link in bio to learn more about our practice areas.

04/23/2026

season is upon us!

04/16/2026

April showers bring May flowers—but in New Orleans they often bring much more than just rain. From aging infrastructure issues to sudden water main breaks, property damage can happen in an instant.

If your home or business is affected, the difference between a fair payout and a denied claim often comes down to how you document the damage. Our latest blog breaks down the essential steps to take if you're facing property damage, including the critical differences between flood and wind-driven rain claims.

Don't let an insurance company’s depreciation tactics leave you underfunded. Be prepared, stay proactive, and know your rights.

Read the full guide here: https://www.montielhodge.com/blog/new-orleans-water-damage-claims-flood-vs-wind-driven-rain-guide

Connect with Montiel Hodge for expert legal advice and representation across practice areas, including wildfire, property, and business litigation in New Orleans.

04/14/2026

“I accidentally created an army of crow bodyguards guards, am I liable for attempted murder?” This story comes from the legal advice sub Reddit.

04/09/2026

⚖️ Can’t Afford an Attorney? Your Insurer Might Pay.

Did you know that under Louisiana law (La. R.S. 22:1892), your insurance company may be required to pay your attorney’s fees? If they’ve acted in bad faith—denying your claim or lowballing your payout—you shouldn't have to pay out of pocket to get what you’re owed.

Let Montiel Hodge review your case to see if you're entitled to legal representation on their dime.