Lewis, Kullman, Sterbcow & Abramson, LLC

Lewis, Kullman, Sterbcow & Abramson, LLC LKSA represents victims of injuries including offshore/maritime accidents, medical malpractice, helicopter crashes, nursing home abuse, and defective products.

Our New Orleans attorneys have lead major maritime disasters. Free consult. Since 1987, Lewis, Kullman, Sterbcow & Abramson, LLC (LKSA Law) has earned a national reputation as one of America's premier litigation firms, with a distinguished focus on high-stakes maritime and admiralty law. Our attorneys are the trusted advocates clients and other law firms turn to for the most complex and challengin

g cases. Court-Appointed Disaster Leadership:

Our firm is defined by the trust placed in us by the judiciary. Federal courts have repeatedly appointed our attorneys to the highest leadership roles in the nation's most consequential maritime disasters, including serving as Co-Lead Trial Counsel in the Deepwater Horizon litigation and on the Executive Committee for the SEACOR Power tragedy. Elite Trial Credentials:

Our team includes multiple Fellows of the American College of Trial Lawyers and the International Academy of Trial Lawyersโ€”honors reserved for the most accomplished trial attorneys in the world. This trial-ready reputation provides critical leverage in securing justice for our clients. Our Core Practice Areas:

Maritime & Admiralty Law (Jones Act, LHWCA, Offshore Accidents)

Catastrophic Personal Injury (TBI, Spinal Cord Injury)

Medical Malpractice (Birth Injury, Bed Sores)

Aviation Accidents

We combine over 130 years of collective experience with a compassionate, client-centered approach to achieve exceptional results. Contact us for a confidential consultation or to discuss a potential referral. Specialties:

Maritime Law, Jones Act, Offshore Accidents, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Catastrophic Injury Litigation, Wrongful Death, Aviation Accidents, and Complex Civil Litigation.

05/28/2026

If you have a loved one in a nursing home, please read and share this post. โš ๏ธ

Systemic neglect thrives in the shadows. Facilities will often try to explain away injuries as "natural decline," but the truth is usually tied to dangerous understaffing.

Swipe through these images to learn the critical physical, behavioral, and environmental warning signs of nursing home neglect. If you see these red flags, your loved one may be in danger.

Our experienced trial lawyers are here to help. Read our full guide to learn your rights and how to hold negligent facilities accountable: https://www.lksalaw.com/medical-malpractice/nursing-home-negligence/

"Strong and trustworthy legal representation." ๐ŸคAt LKSA, we believe that delivering top-tier legal results should never ...
05/19/2026

"Strong and trustworthy legal representation." ๐Ÿค

At LKSA, we believe that delivering top-tier legal results should never come at the expense of compassion and respect. You deserve a team that keeps you informed every step of the way.

Thank you so much, Charlene, for this beautiful 5-star review! โญโญโญโญโญ We are incredibly proud of attorneys Jessica Ibert and David Abramson for their hard work, profound expertise, and dedication to this successful outcome.

When you trust us with your case, we treat it with the care and respect it deserves.

05/12/2026

The stakes for maritime workers are incredibly high. When an accident happens offshore or on a vessel, it usually isn't just a bump or a bruise. โš ๏ธ

Attorney Ian Taylor discusses the harsh reality of maritime accidents. We see hard-working people suffer career-ending back injuries, life-altering brain injuries, and families dealing with tragic wrongful death cases.

Understanding the severity of these injuries is key to fighting for the full, lifelong justice you and your family deserve. Don't face it alone. โš–๏ธ

04/29/2026

Many offshore workers write off an injury as "just part of the job" or simply "bad luck." โŒ But that is rarely the whole story.

Attorney Ian Taylor explains that injuries caused by slippery substances on deck, broken gear, or being forced to work in severe storms are often grounds for a valid legal claim.

Under maritime law, your employer and the vessel owner owe you a safe place to work. โš“

If you've been hurt offshore, don't assume you don't have a case. Know your rights. โš–๏ธ

04/22/2026

โš ๏ธ FDA "Cleared" DOES NOT mean "Safe."

If you or a loved one has suffered severe complications from a medical device like a hip implant, pelvic sling, or hernia mesh, you might assume the product was rigorously tested before it reached the hospital.

๐—ง๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ด๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—น๐˜†, ๐—ถ๐—ป ๐Ÿต๐Ÿต% ๐—ผ๐—ณ ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐—ฒ๐˜€, ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฎ๐˜ ๐—ถ๐˜€๐—ป'๐˜ ๐˜๐—ฟ๐˜‚๐—ฒ.

Many medical device manufacturers use a fast-track loophole known as 510(k) clearance. This allows them to skip human clinical trials completely, rushing products to market to save money and maximize profits โ€” often at the expense of patient safety.

Swipe through the images to see exactly how this dangerous loophole works. ๐Ÿ‘‰

If a defective device has harmed your family, you need a law firm with the financial resources and elite trial experience to take on multinational corporations. We've published a complete guide explaining your rights and how we hold these companies accountable.

Read the full guide here: https://www.lksalaw.com/blog/fda-cleared-vs-safe-510k-medical-device-loophole/

04/20/2026

When an offshore worker suffers a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), securing world-class medical care is just as critical as the legal strategy.

We are incredibly grateful to Joe for this profound review. After a devastating offshore accident, our priority was not only building a sound Jones Act claim, but fighting relentlessly to ensure he was admitted to a premier neuro-rehabilitation facility.

A special acknowledgment to our attorneys Paul Sterbcow and Ian Taylor for their unwavering dedication to this case. At LKSA, we don't just fight for a settlement; we fight for our clients' physical recovery and future, treating them like family every step of the way.

If you or a loved one has suffered a catastrophic injury offshore, you need a team that won't take "no" for an answer. Contact us today.

LKSA represents victims of injuries including offshore/maritime accidents, medical malpractice, helicopter crashes, nursing home abuse, and defective products. Our New Orleans attorneys have lead major maritime disasters. Free consult.

04/14/2026

Feeling overwhelmed by the rules and deadlines? That's what we're here for. With deep experience across many types of injury cases, we know the laws and the deadlines that apply to your specific situation. We make sure your rights are protected.

โš ๏ธ Did you know that many defective medical implants and dangerous drugs were never actually "approved" for safety by th...
04/09/2026

โš ๏ธ Did you know that many defective medical implants and dangerous drugs were never actually "approved" for safety by the FDA, but instead rushed through a regulatory loophole?

When pharmaceutical companies and device manufacturers rush products to market, hide known dangers, or fail to warn patients about life-threatening side effects, innocent families pay the price.

Taking on Big Pharma requires a law firm with immense financial resources, world-class medical experts, and decades of trial experience. Most firms simply cannot afford to finance these casesโ€”but LKSA can, and does.

Whether you've suffered due to a defective metal-on-metal hip replacement, surgical mesh, or a dangerous prescription medication, you have rights. We've created a comprehensive new guide explaining exactly how these cases work and how we fight back against common corporate defenses.

Read our full guide to learn how we hold manufacturers accountable: https://www.lksalaw.com/personal-injury/drug-medical-device-cases/

Injured by a defective drug or medical device? Metal-on-metal hips, hernia mesh, dangerous medications โ€” LKSA has the resources and trial experience to take on Big Pharma. 40+ years winning complex cases. Free consultation. No fees unless we win.

We are proud to announce that Beth Abramson has been named to New Orleans Magazineโ€™s 2026"Top Women in Law" list.This re...
04/03/2026

We are proud to announce that Beth Abramson has been named to New Orleans Magazineโ€™s 2026"Top Women in Law" list.

This recognition is especially meaningful as it is based on a peer-review survey of fellow New Orleans attorneys. Being selected by those who see her work firsthand is a testament to Bethโ€™s dedication, strategic advocacy, and the ""360-degree perspective"" she brings to every case.

Whether navigating complex Maritime and Admiralty law, fighting for justice in Medical Malpractice, or handling high-stakes Civil Litigation, Bethโ€™s commitment to her clients and our community remains unmatched. Please join us in congratulating Beth on this well-deserved honor!

Meet Beth Abramson, a Member at LKSA Law. A former LA Supreme Court clerk, she brings a unique insight to maritime law, medical malpractice, and personal injury cases.

If you or a loved one has been involved in a major offshore accident, you're probably asking: What happens now?The hours...
04/02/2026

If you or a loved one has been involved in a major offshore accident, you're probably asking: What happens now?

The hours and days that follow are confusing and overwhelming. Government agencies arrive, the company starts its own internal investigation, and critical evidence can be lost forever.

To help families navigate this difficult time, we've created a comprehensive guide that explains what actually happens behind the scenes after a major incident. Learn who investigates, what they look for, and โ€” most importantly โ€” what you need to do RIGHT NOW to protect your legal rights.

Don't be left in the dark. Arm yourself with knowledge.

https://www.lksalaw.com/blog/offshore-accident-investigation-what-happens-after/

What happens after a major offshore accident? Learn how Coast Guard, BSEE, NTSB & OSHA investigations work, what evidence disappears, and critical actions to take in the first 48 hours to protect your legal rights.

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