If you were hurt in an accident in or around Lafayette, the Lafayette personal injury lawyers at Ory Law Group are ready to stand with you and fight for the recovery you deserve. We serve injured people across Acadiana from our Lafayette office, along with our offices in New Iberia, Thibodaux, and Houma.
Our founder, Matthew "Matt" Ory, built this firm on a simple promise: Serious Consequences. Serious Representation. When you call (855) 628-8679, you reach a team that answers 24/7, offers free consultations, and treats your case with the care it deserves. Ask for Ory.
How Can Our Lafayette Personal Injury Lawyers Help After an Accident?
Our Lafayette personal injury lawyers help by handling every part of your claim so you can focus on healing. From the first phone call, we investigate what happened, gather evidence, deal with the insurance company, and pursue fair compensation for your medical bills, lost income, and pain.
Recovery after a serious injury is hard enough without a legal fight on top of it. We step into that role for you. In our years representing injured people along the Highway 90 corridor, we have learned that early action protects your rights.
Our team documents your injuries, tracks down witnesses, and builds a clear picture of how the crash or fall affected your life. We also keep you informed at every stage, so you always know where your case stands and what comes next.
We handle the paperwork and phone calls that pile up after an accident, too. Medical providers, adjusters, and lien holders all want something from you at the worst possible time. We take those conversations off your plate so your energy goes toward getting better.
From the moment we take your case, we build it toward a strong result. We collect your records, speak with your doctors, and calculate the full cost of your injury, both today and down the road.
Serious Consequences. Serious Representation.
Those four words are more than a tagline. They describe how we treat every client who walks through our doors. When the consequences are serious, your representation should be too.
Matthew "Matt" Ory founded Ory Law Group to give people along the Highway 90 corridor a legal team that fights hard and stays close to home. We are community-connected, responsive, and aggressive when the situation calls for it. We answer calls 24 hours a day, seven days a week, because injuries do not wait for business hours.
You are not a case number to us. You are a neighbor from Lafayette, New Iberia, Houma, or one of the bayou communities we call home. We treat your claim the way we would want our own family treated.
Our clients have rated us 5.0 on Google across all three of our offices. That kind of feedback comes from steady communication, honest advice you can trust, and support from start to finish.
What Types of Injury Cases Do We Handle in Lafayette?
We handle a wide range of personal injury and workers’ compensation matters for people in Lafayette and across Acadiana. If you
were hurt because of someone else’s carelessness, there is a good chance we can help.
- Car, truck, and motorcycle accidents
- Slip-and-fall and other injuries on unsafe property
- Workplace injuries and workers’ compensation claims
- Offshore and maritime injuries here on the Gulf
- Wrongful death claims
- Hurricane and storm insurance claims
If you are not sure whether you have a case, call us. A free consultation costs you nothing and can tell you where you stand.
For families facing the loss of a loved one, a wrongful death claim is never about money. It is about justice and the resources your family needs to move forward with dignity.
Car and truck collisions bring the most people to our door, but no injury is too small to ask about. Even a claim that seems minor can involve lasting pain and mounting bills.
A Former Workers’ Compensation Judge on Our Team
One thing sets our team apart: we include a former Louisiana workers’ compensation judge. That is a genuinely rare advantage, and it can make a real difference in how your claim is handled.
A workers’ compensation judge spends years deciding these exact cases from the bench. Having that experience on your side means we understand how the system weighs evidence, what arguments carry weight, and how these claims are decided.
If you were hurt on the job, workers’ compensation is a program that can help cover your medical care and part of your lost wages. The Louisiana Workforce Commission oversees these claims through its Office of Workers’ Compensation. We guide you through the process and push back when a claim is wrongly denied or delayed.
Workers’ compensation cases move through their own court system in Louisiana, separate from a regular civil lawsuit. Knowing how that court thinks, and what a judge looks for, helps us prepare your claim the right way from day one.
How Long Do You Have to File an Injury Claim in Louisiana?
In most cases, you have two years from the date of your injury to file a personal injury lawsuit in Louisiana. This deadline is called the prescriptive period, and it changed recently, so it is easy to get wrong.
Before July 1, 2024, the deadline for many injury claims was just one year. For injuries on or after that date, Louisiana now allows two years under Louisiana Civil Code article 3493.1. Some claims, such as wrongful death, can follow different timelines.
Louisiana also follows a comparative fault rule. That means your compensation can be reduced if you share part of the blame, and in some cases eliminated if you are found mostly at fault. Because these rules turn on the exact date and facts of your injury, the safest step is to talk with us early.
We are glad to walk you through how these deadlines and fault rules generally work when you call.
Hurricane and Storm Insurance Claims Along the Gulf Coast
When a hurricane or major storm sweeps through Acadiana, the damage does not end when the winds die down. A denied or underpaid insurance claim can feel like a second storm for families trying to rebuild.
We help policyholders push for the coverage they paid for after wind, flood, and storm damage. The Louisiana Department of Insurance offers resources for homeowners, and our team can handle the insurance company for you so your claim is taken seriously.
Gulf storm season brings real risk to our communities every year. If a storm has damaged your home or business, reach out early so we can help protect your claim.
Why Lafayette Families Turn to Ory Law Group
Choosing a law firm is a personal decision. Here is what our clients along the Highway 90 corridor tell us matters most.
- A former Louisiana workers’ compensation judge on our team, a genuinely rare advantage
- A 5.0 Google rating across all three of our fully staffed offices
- Free consultations and a team that answers 24/7
- Four real offices in Lafayette, Thibodaux, Houma, and New Iberia, each ready to serve you
- A founder, Matt Ory, who is deeply connected to this community
- Honest, steady communication so you always know where your case stands
We treat your case seriously because we know the consequences are serious for you and your family. When you are ready, we are here to listen. Call (855) 628-8679 for a free consultation, and ask for Ory.
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Where Are Our Offices in and Near Lafayette?
We have an office in Lafayette, and our New Iberia office is a short drive south on the U.S. 90 corridor that Louisiana is steadily upgrading toward the future Interstate 49 South. We also serve clients from our offices in Thibodaux and Houma, and we are glad to come to you when travel is difficult after an injury.
We built our presence around this corridor and the communities of Acadiana, from downtown Lafayette and Girard Park to the bayou towns of Lafourche, Terrebonne, and St. Mary parishes. Each of our offices is a real, working office, not a satellite drop box.
You can reach any of our offices at one number, (855) 628-8679:
- Ory Law Group, Lafayette: 103 Beaulac Ln, Lafayette, LA 70508
- Ory Law Group, New Iberia: 123 E St Peter St, New Iberia, LA 70560
- Ory Law Group, Thibodaux (HQ): 213-B E Bayou Rd, Thibodaux, LA 70301
- Ory Law Group, Houma: 254 Barrow St, Houma, LA 70360
Many of our Acadiana neighbors know the New Iberia office well, out near the cane fields of Iberia Parish and the road toward Avery Island. If you cannot travel to us, we can meet you at home or in the hospital, because a serious injury should never stand between you and the legal help you need.
No matter which office is closest, one call connects you with our whole team.
FAQs Answered by Our Lafayette Personal Injury Lawyers
Here are answers to questions we often hear from injured people across Lafayette and Acadiana.
How much does it cost to hire a personal injury lawyer?
Most personal injury cases are handled on a contingency fee basis. That means you pay no upfront cost, and our fee comes out of the recovery only if we win compensation for you. Your first consultation is always free.
What should I bring to my free consultation?
Bring anything that helps us understand what happened. Photos, a police or incident report, medical records or bills, and insurance information are all useful, along with the names of any witnesses. If you do not have these yet, come anyway, and we can help you gather what is missing.
Do I have to go to court for my injury case?
Most injury cases settle without a trial. We prepare every case as if it could go before a jury, which often encourages a fair settlement. If a fair offer never comes, we are ready to take your case to court.
How soon should I call a lawyer after an injury?
As soon as you can. Evidence fades, memories blur, and Louisiana’s filing deadlines are strict. Calling early gives us the strongest chance to protect your rights and build a solid claim. Our line is open 24/7 at (855) 628-8679.
What if the insurance company already contacted me?
You do not have to give a recorded statement or accept a quick offer. Early offers are often lower than what a claim is worth. Let us speak with the insurance company for you so you do not say anything that could hurt your case.
Do you serve areas outside Lafayette?
Yes. From our offices in New Iberia, Thibodaux, and Houma, we serve clients across Lafourche, Terrebonne, St. Mary, Iberia, Assumption, and St. James parishes, along with Morgan City and Franklin. Wherever you are along the Highway 90 corridor, we can help.
What kinds of compensation can I pursue after an injury?
Every case is different, but injured people often pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages, future care, and pain and suffering. During your free consultation, we can talk through the kinds of losses that may apply to your situation.
Call Ory Law Group Today
A serious injury deserves serious representation. If you or someone you love was hurt in or around Lafayette, our team is ready to listen, answer your questions, and fight for the recovery you deserve.
Do not wait while deadlines run and evidence fades. Call Ory Law Group at (855) 628-8679 any time, day or night, for a free consultation. There is no cost to talk and no pressure to move forward until you are ready.
When it matters most, ask for Ory. Serious Consequences. Serious Representation.