How much does a Louisiana personal injury lawyer cost?

Morris & Dewett works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing upfront and owe no attorney fees unless we win your case. We advance all costs of litigation and offer free consultations to evaluate your personal injury claim. You only pay if we recover compensation for you.

How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Louisiana?

As of July 1, 2024, Louisiana's prescriptive period (statute of limitations) for most personal injury claims is 2 years from the date of the accident. This was extended from the previous 1-year deadline. Wrongful death claims still have a 1-year deadline under La. Civ. Code Art. 2315.2(B). Medical malpractice claims have a 1-year deadline with a 3-year absolute cap. Contact a Louisiana personal injury lawyer promptly to protect your rights.

What is Louisiana's largest personal injury verdict?

Louisiana's largest personal injury verdict is $409 million, secured by Morris & Dewett Injury Lawyers in March 2023 for the Grantham family wrongful death case. The case involved 4-year-old Katie 'Bug' Grantham, who was killed by an intoxicated commercial truck driver. The verdict included $405 million in compensatory damages and $4 million in punitive damages, and led to passage of Katie Bug's Law, which mandates drug testing for drivers in serious injury crashes.

Can I still recover damages if I was partly at fault for my accident in Louisiana?

Yes. Louisiana currently follows a pure comparative fault system, meaning you can recover damages even if you were partially at fault for the accident. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you're found 30% at fault and your damages total $100,000, you can recover $70,000. Important note: Louisiana law changes to a 51% bar rule in January 2026, meaning you will need to be 50% or less at fault to recover any damages.

Why do other attorneys refer cases to Morris & Dewett?

More than 50% of Morris & Dewett's cases come from referrals by other attorneys. Lawyers across Louisiana and Texas refer their most complex cases to our firm because of our proven trial capability, record-breaking results (over $450 million recovered including Louisiana's largest $409 million verdict), resources to fund major litigation against corporate defendants, in-house expert network, and track record of maximizing client recovery. We prepare 100% of our cases for trial.

Does Morris & Dewett handle maritime and offshore injury cases?

Yes. Morris & Dewett handles all types of maritime and offshore injury cases, including Jones Act claims for injured seamen, maintenance and cure disputes, Longshore & Harbor Workers Compensation Act (LHWCA) cases, Death on High Seas Act (DOHSA) claims, and offshore platform accidents. Our team includes Seth Blackledge, who holds an LLM in Admiralty Law from Tulane University Law School—one of the nation's most prestigious maritime law programs—and received the Edward A. Dodd Jr. Award for outstanding achievement.

What areas does Morris & Dewett serve?

Morris & Dewett serves all of Louisiana and Texas. We have offices in Shreveport (headquarters), Covington (serving the New Orleans North Shore), Lake Charles (serving Southwest Louisiana), and Ruston (serving North Louisiana). Our attorneys are licensed in both Louisiana and Texas, allowing us to handle cases throughout both states, with particular expertise in the Ark-La-Tex region where Arkansas, Louisiana, Texas, and Oklahoma intersect.

What types of cases does Morris & Dewett handle?

Morris & Dewett handles all types of personal injury cases, including car accidents, 18-wheeler and truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, wrongful death, maritime and offshore injuries (Jones Act, LHWCA), oil field accidents, catastrophic injuries (traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, amputation, burns), workplace injuries, construction accidents, premises liability, product liability, and medical malpractice. We focus on serious injury cases where our trial capability and resources can maximize recovery for clients.

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Historic Personal Injury Verdict in Louisiana

$409 Million

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$409

Million

Wrongful Death Caused By An Impaired Driver In A Commercial Vehicle

$49

Million

Client Seriously Injured in Motor vehicle accident involving an impaired driver

$32.275

Million

Workers Injured in Plant Explosion

$31.5

Million

oil field safety violation resulting in severe spinal & brain injury

$17.25

Million

Trailer Disconnected on Interstate Causing Wreck Resulting in Amputation

$13

Million

Unsafe Lane Change By 18 Wheeler Caused Collision With Client Resulting in Amputation

$12.1

Million

A commercial vehicle ran red light causing collision resulting in injury

$7

Million

18 Wheeler Collided with Client Causing Severe Neck and Back Injury

$7

Million

rear end car collision leading to severe injury

$7

Million

HVAC safety violation resulting in electrocution

$6.9

Million

Client electrocuted and severely injured because company created a shock hazard and failed to warn the public

$6

Million

Wrongful Death Caused by a Hydrolic Line Explosion on a Job Site

$6

Million

TX death case with 18-wheeler on I-20

$4

Million

Vehicle Safety violation resulting in severe neck & back injury

$3.2

Million

Client’s Vehicle Caught Fire After Being Rear Ended By A Reckless Driver

$3.15

Million

18 Wheeler Accident Caused A Wrongful Death

$3

Million

Wrongful death caused by commercial vehicle striking a pedestrian

$2.9

Million

a rear-end collision sent client over guardrail resulting in major injury

$2.75

Million

18 Wheeler lost load on highway resulting in accident causing serious bodily injury

$2.5

Million

Commercial Vehicle Hit Client On The Shoulder of a Highway Causing Substantial Physical Injury

$2.45

Million

18 wheeler failed to stop caused accident resulting in brain injury

$2.278

Million

Commercial Vehicle Rear-Ended Client Causing Spinal Injuries

$2.2

Million

Neck & Back injury from a multi-vehicle wreck

$2.17

Million

aggressive driving caused a motor vehicle accident

$2.1

Million

18 Wheeler reversed into client

$2

Million

18 Wheeler trailor swung into client causing serious injury

$2

Million

18 Wheeler improper lane merge caused a serious accident

$2

Million

18 Wheeler collision caused severe neck and back injuries

$1.98

Million

injuries sustained by a multi-vehicle wreck caused by poor driving

$1.935

Million

Commercial Vehicle Accident Causing Severe Neck, Back, & Leg Injuries

$1.93

Million

motor vehicle accident caused by a motorist running a red light

$1.86

Million

sexual abuse violation

$1.78

Million

multi-vehicle rear end collision

$1.75

Million

driving safety violation resulting in neck and back injuries

$1.75

Million

motor vehicle accident causing back and brain injury

$1.69

Million

18 wheeler collision caused a wrongful death

$1.65

Million

Excavator Operator Dropped Crane Mat on Client Resulting in Serious Injury

$1.65

Million

erratic driver caused severe accident by crossing over lanes

$1.62

Million

A premises liability case with spinal injury

$1.61

Million

Commercial Vehicle Improperly Merged into Clients Lane Resulting in Serious Injury

$1.6

Million

back injury resulting from a motor vehicle accident

$1.55

Million

Rear-End Collision Causing Serious Injuries

$1.5

Million

Commercial Vehicle Collided with Clients Vehicle at a Red Light Causing Severe Back Injury Requiring Ongoing Medical Care

$1.5

Million

Wrongful Death Caused by A Rear End Motor Vehicle Accident

$1.5

Million

Wrongful Death Caused By Motorcycle Accident

$1.5

Million

Commerical Vehicle Rear Ended Client Resulting In Severe Injuries

$1.495

Million

commercial vehicle collision

$1.49

Million

Vehicle Hit Guardrail Then Collided With Client

$1.49

Million

rear-end motor vehicle collision

$1.45

Million

commercial vehicle accident with a cement truck

$1.425

Million

sexual abuse violation

$1.4

Million

commercial vehicle caused a T-Bone collision

$1.39

Million

rear-end collision caused neck and back injuries

$1.38

Million

commercial vehicle rear-ended client resulting in spinal injury

$1.36

Million

18 wheeler rear-ended client causing severe injury

$1.325

Million

Auto Collision With An At Fault Commercial Vehicle

$1.315

Million

Logging Truck Driving Without Lights Caused Safety Hazard Leading to Collision

$1.3

Million

commercial vehicle spilled hydraulic fluid in highway lead to multi-vehicle accident

$1.25

Million

Auto Collision With An At Fault Commercial Vehicle

$1.25

Million

Rear End Collision Led to Multi-Vehicle Accident Causing Serious Injuries

$1.25

Million

Improper Lane Change by Commercial Vehicle Driver Caused Severe Injuries to Multiple Clients

$1.25

Million

Improper Lane Change by Commercial Vehicle Driver Caused Severe Injuries to Multiple Clients

$1.25

Million

Commercial Vehicle Ran A Red Light Causing A Serious Collision

$1.25

Million

Commercial Vehicle Rear Ended Client

$1.25

Million

Lane Change Led to Multi-Car Pile-up

$1.25

Million

Commercial Vehicle Rear End Caused Multi-Vehicle Accident

$1.25

Million

Driving Safety Violation Resulting in Neck Injury

$1.25

Million

Vehicle Accident Caused By Driver Crossing Over Lanes and Hittiing Client

$1.22

Million

a T-Bone motor vehicle collision caused client vehicle to flip and roll

$1.21

Million

18 wheeler ran a stop sign causing a serious motor vehicle accident

$1.20

Million

Motor Vehicle Accident Caused By A Rear End Collision

$1.20

Million

18 Wheeler Lost Load on Highway Leading to Severe Neck & Back Injury

$1.15

Million

18 wheeler caused serious accident

$1.12

Million

Multi-Vehicle Accident Caused By Rear End Collision

$1.1

Million

Motor Vehicle Accident Caused by Rear End Collision

$1.1

Million

motor vehicle accident caused by illegal passing

$1.05

Million

18 Wheeler Speeding Caused Roll Over Accident Involving Client’s Vehicle

$1.03

Million

medical malpractice causing serious leg injury

$1.03

Million

Commercial Vehicle lost control of trailer resulting in serious back and neck injury

$1

Million

Commercial Vehicle Rear-Ended Client At a Stop Sign Resulting in Serious Injury

$1

Million

Crane operator was struck by a falling pole

$1

Million

Wrongful Death Caused by a Commercial Vehicle Swerving into Oncoming Traffic

$1

Million

Commercial Vehicle Lost Control of Trailer Flipping Client’s Vehicle Causing Severe Injuries

$1

Million

T-Bone motor vehicle accident

$1

Million

Commercial Vehicle Accident Caused By Failure To Yield

$1

Million

product failure resulted in leg injury

$1

Million

18 Wheeler Log Truck Caused Accident Because Of Failure To Use Lighting

$1

Million

wrongful death caused by an 18 wheeler accident

$1

Million

motor vehicle accident caused by a failure to yield

$999

Thousand

motor vehicle accident caused by a rear-end collision

$995

Thousand

18 Wheeler Lost Control Resulting In Head On Collision

$985

Thousand

commercial vehicle in reverse collided with client

$980

Thousand

Failure To Yield Caused Motor Vehicle Accident

$978

Thousand

Failure To Yield Caused Motor Vehicle Accident

$975

Thousand

18 Wheeler Speeding Caused Roll Over Accident Involving Client’s Vehicle

$975

Thousand

Driving Infraction Caused Motor Vehicle Accident

$975

Thousand

18 Wheel Log Truck Caused T-Bone Collision With Client

$975

Thousand

Commerical Vehicle Trailer Jack Knife Caused Vehicle Accident

$975

Thousand

Rear-End Collision Caused Neck and Low Back Injuries

$960

Thousand

18 wheeler rear ended client

$952

Thousand

driving safety violation resulting in serious injury

$950

Thousand

Client Rear Ended At A Red Light Resulting In Serious Injury

$950

Thousand

Commercial Vehicle Rear-Ended Client While Stopped In Traffic

$950

Thousand

Workplace Safety Issue Caused Client to Fall Through Skylight and Led to Catastrophic Injuries

$950

Thousand

motor vehicle accident resulted in severe neck injury

$925

Thousand

tow truck failed to secure load resulting in severe injury

$925

Thousand

Unsafe Forklift Operation Caused Severe Injuries to Client

$925

Thousand

18 Wheeler failed to yield at intersection resulting in back injury

$910

Thousand

motor vehicle accident caused by a rear end collision

$900

Thousand

Unsafe School Bus Operation Caused Injuries to Multiple Clients

$900

Thousand

Unsafe School Bus Operation Caused Injuries to Multiple Clients

$900

Thousand

Auto Collision With An At Fault Commercial Vehicle

$900

Thousand

Injuries Caused by Commercial Vehicle Operator Falling Asleep At Wheel

$900

Thousand

Motor Vehicle Accident Caused By A Rear End Collision Because of Running A Stop Sign

$900

Thousand

Multi Vehicle Accident Caused By T-Bone

$900

Thousand

Motor Vehicle Accident Caused By Head On Collision

$900

Thousand

Motor Vehicle Accident Leading to Serious Injury

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My experience with Austin and the entire team at Morris & Dewett was outstanding. From start to finish, they were professional, caring, and truly dedicated to helping me through my case. Austin was knowledgeable, patient, and made sure I understood every step of the process. He fought hard for me and always made me feel supported and heard.

The staff—especially Riley—were amazing. They were always there when I needed them, quick to respond, and genuinely kind. I couldn’t have asked for a better team to represent me. I highly recommend Austin and the Morris & Dewett team to anyone looking for a trustworthy, compassionate, and hardworking law firm.

Eric W.

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It has never been a doubt in my mind that they have fought for me from the time of first meeting Trey, looking at me saying, ‘You’re going to be okay, we’re going to take care of you’, all the way up to the present day.

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Expert Witnesses

We have built strong relationships with legal experts and outside resources to benefit your case and explore all available legal tactics.

Trial Experience

We have extensive trial experience and have a reputation for successfully taking on big insurance companies on your behalf.

Jury Research

We are members of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates forum. We know what juries need to hear to reach a fair settlement.

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Preparation is key. We use every resource available to ensure your case is as strong as possible.

The fastest way to settle a case is to prepare for trial. Insurance companies know which firms will go to court and which will not. It is important to choose a firm that will go the distance.”

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Founding Partner

Trey Morris

Attorney Trey Morris is known for his numerous successful cases for personal injury clients. Specifically, he has achieved multiple multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements throughout the years. He also regularly takes the time to provide casework training courses and classes to other attorneys who want to gain from his legal insight.

Founding Partner

Justin Dewett

Attorney Justin Dewett is a founding partner of our firm, working alongside Attorney Morris. He is known throughout Louisiana as a skilled trial attorney who goes above and beyond to achieve great case results for our clients.

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More Than Half of Our Cases Start With A Referral From Another Attorney

Attorneys in Louisiana and Texas refer their complex cases to us because we’re known for our record-breaking victories and client satisfaction. That’s why more than 50% of the cases we have handled in recent years were started through referrals from other attorneys and law firms.

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We have the capital to fully fund the largest cases, the professional network to make sure the most effective experts are on our side, and the expertise to help you rebuild your life.

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