What to Expect When You Hire a Louisiana Injury Lawyer

What You Should Know About Your Advocate

Not knowing what comes next is one of the biggest reasons people put off calling a lawyer — so start with who's actually on the other end of the phone. Before opening his own practice, Lane Macaluso built a litigation background at a large firm, representing both plaintiffs and defendants.

That rare, complete view of how these cases are actually built and argued now works for Macaluso Law's clients, across both personal injury claims and family law matters alike.

Lane has personally guided injured clients toward fair compensation and families toward resolutions that protect what matters most to them — always with the same steady approach: honest advice, a clear process, and an advocate who doesn't back down when a client's future is on the line. Clients don't just get a process here. They get an advocate who is with them at every step.

Here's Exactly What Happens Next

Our process is designed for you to win — whether that means the compensation you deserve after an injury, or an outcome that protects what matters most to your family.

Why this process works: Before founding Macaluso Law, Lane built his litigation background at a large firm, handling cases from both the plaintiff and defense side. That means he's seen how the biggest firms build — and defend against — a case from the inside. He brings that same rigor to every client here, just without the layers of associates and case managers standing between you and your attorney.

Step one:

You Schedule a Free Consultation

Just tell Lane what happened. No cost, no obligation — just a real conversation about your situation.

Step Two:

Lane Reviews Your Case Personally.

You're not handed off to a paralegal or an intake team. Lane looks at the details himself, so you get real answers, not a form response.

Step Three:

You Talk Through Your Options, Together. 

Negotiation, mediation, or litigation — whatever fits your situation, Lane walks you through it in plain language before you decide anything.

Step Four:

You Stay in the Loop.

Lane keeps you updated throughout, so you always know exactly where things stand — no wondering, no chasing down answers.

Disclaimer: Every case is different, and no attorney can guarantee a specific result. This process reflects Macaluso Law's typical approach — individual outcomes depend on the facts of each case.

What the Process Looks Like for an Injury Claim

After the initial case review, Lane typically handles communication with insurance companies directly, gathers the documentation needed to support the claim, and discusses timeline factors honestly — some claims resolve through negotiation, others take longer if litigation becomes necessary. Personal injury cases are handled on a contingency-fee basis, so there's no cost unless Lane recovers compensation.

What the Process Looks Like for a Family Law Matter

Family law cases often start with a review of whether mediation applies — required before litigating a custody dispute in Jefferson and St. Tammany Parishes — before moving to negotiation or, if needed, litigation. Costs vary by case type, and Lane discusses what to expect clearly during the free consultation, before any work begins.

Direct Attorney Access Throughout

At larger firms, a case can pass through several hands before it's resolved. At Macaluso Law, it doesn't — Lane personally handles every case from the first consultation through resolution, so there's always one person to call with questions.

Answers to the Questions We Hear Most

Ready to Know Where You Stand?

The sooner you reach out, the more options you're likely to have. Evidence is easier to gather while it's still fresh, and Louisiana's filing deadlines don't pause while you wait — the same is true for time-sensitive family law matters like custody and support. The first step costs nothing: a free, no-obligation conversation with Lane. Schedule a consultation, call, or text Macaluso Law directly to find out exactly what your next step looks like.

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