Federal Court
Child sex abuse victims in New Orleans Archdiocese case accuse Jones Walker firm of excessive legal fees
A group of sexual abuse survivors who have filed claims against the Archdiocese of New Orleans blasted the archdiocese’s law firm for “vague, redundant, unnecessary and/or excessive” bankruptcy billing practices.
Federal Court
Louisiana family services agency hit with class action over 'overwhelmed' foster-care system
Legislation
Louisiana bill to help prisoners convicted by non-unanimous juries dies in committee
Attorneys & Judges
Lawyer in hot water over insurance claims deserved a hearing, Fifth Circuit rules
NEW ORLEANS (Legal Newsline) - A lawyer who worked at a Houston law firm that has run afoul of the law will get a second chance to show he shouldn't have been suspended for nine months.
From WV Record
AGs urge federal court to review EPA’s new tailpipe emissions rules
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is leading a group of 25 states calling on a federal appeals court to review the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s new rule on car tailpipes.
Two words are usually enough to keep uninvited visitors off private property: “No trespassing.” But game wardens ignore the signs that mark the perimeter of Tom Manuel’s timberland in East Felicia Parish, Louisiana.
LSU’s Hispanic Law Students Association highlighted during Hispanic Heritage month
LSU Law School is shining a spotlight on its Hispanic Law Students Association (HLSA) for their efforts in fostering inclusivity and connections among students. The association has organized a series of events to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from September 15th to October 15th.
Louisiana law degrees ranked fifth best in nation for return on investment
A law degree in Louisiana offers graduate students the fifth best return on investment among the 50 states, based on criteria such as tuition costs, job prospects, cost of living and potential future earnings, a new study concludes.
Federal Court
Woman accuses Hexion of disability discrimination
A man has accused legal cannabis farm of fraud.
State Court
Jackson's Landing sues Garnisha Phillips for contempt of court and ordered payment of fees
The court case, Jackson's Landing versus Garnisha Phillips, was filed in the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeal in the State of Louisiana with the case ID No. 2023-CA-0783.
Federal Court
Pamela sues Anthony for alleged damages causing financial loss
In the United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana, Shreveport Division, Pamela Short Powell has filed a lawsuit on behalf of Diana Lynn Short, Margaret Julia Short, Daniel Alan Short, and Jack Warren Short Jr., all deceased.
Federal Court
Sherrie Hoon sues General Motors for defective vehicle
In the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana, plaintiffs Sherrie Hoon and Jadelyn Hoon have filed a lawsuit against General Motors LLC.
Federal Court
Holly Matlock sues RCI Dining Services for evading mandatory minimum wage provisions
In the United States District Court, Western District of Louisiana, plaintiffs Holly Matlock and Detyscha Pickney have filed a lawsuit against RCI Dining Services (Sulphur), Inc., Cordero Pennington, and Travis R. Reese.
Federal Court
Hoist Tech sues JC Rail Construction for unpaid balance and damages
In the United States District Court, Western District of Louisiana, Hoist Tech, L.L.C. has filed a lawsuit against JC Rail Construction, LLC for unpaid balance and damages.
Federal Court
Phil Scott sues Heavenly Haven Care Services, Inc. for unpaid overtime and minimum wage violations
In the United States District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana, plaintiff Phil Scott has filed a lawsuit against Heavenly Haven Care Services, Inc.
Federal Court
Dr. Brian Salvatore sues Dr. Robert Smith for violation of First and Fourteenth Amendments rights
Dr. Brian Salvatore has filed a lawsuit against Dr. Robert Smith, in his official capacity as Chancellor of Louisiana State University (LSUS), and Mr. Carlton (Trey) Jones, in his official capacity as Deputy General Counsel for the LSU Board of Supervisors.
New Orleans council freezes legal budget pending review of civil litigation issues
The New Orleans City Council has moved to temporarily escrow the city Law Department’s operating budget, suggesting that the number of civil actions filed by the department may be excessive and that the council is not being consulted about legal filings.
Louisiana Board of Pardons at center of legal battle over clemency for death-row inmates
An East Baton Rouge court last week disqualified a New Orleans law firm from representing the Louisiana Board of Pardons as a result of conflict-of-interest allegations in an ongoing legal dispute over an effort to grant clemency to death-row inmates.
Louisiana legal system concerns highlighted during Lawsuit Abuse Awareness Week
Tort reform advocates highlighted their concerns about Louisiana’s legal climate during Lawsuit Abuse Awareness Week beginning on Oct. 2, with grassroots groups trying to drum up support for legal reforms in the governor’s race and among voters around the state.
Deposition: State agency delegated authority over coastal erosion lawsuits to private attorney
A top Louisiana environmental official farmed out responsibility for enforcing state permitting regulations that underlie ongoing coastal erosion lawsuits to a private attorney, according to a deposition made public through a public-records request.
Louisiana firm says lawyers tried to poach clients on way out the door
NEW ORLEANS (Legal Newsline) — A law firm alleges two of its former attorneys downloaded client data and attempted to solicit them prior to their resignation.
Louisiana remains least affordable state for car insurance rates, new report finds
Louisiana drivers spend a greater percentage of their incomes on auto insurance than residents of any other state, paying an average annual premium of $3,618, according to a new study from the personal finances website Bankrate.
Louisiana environmental groups sue over EPA decision giving state agency authority over carbon-capture projects
Louisiana environmental groups on Tuesday filed a legal challenge to the federal Environmental Protection Agency’s decision making the state the primary regulator of carbon-capture projects planned by the oil and gas industry.
McNeese State University is top Louisiana school in campus free-speech study
McNeese State University in Lake Charles was the only university in Louisiana to receive the highest rating possible from the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression for efforts to protect students’ free speech.
Louisiana business groups object to Biden's pause on LNG export permits
The Biden administration late last month announced a temporary pause on pending liquefied natural gas export permits, prompting business groups in Louisiana to call the decision a threat to the state’s LNG production and energy jobs.
Louisiana ranks ninth for compensation paid by states for wrongful convictions, study finds
Louisiana ranks ninth among the 50 states in terms of how much compensation has been paid out to people wrongly convicted of criminal offenses since 1989, according to a new study by a legal funding company.
Lawyer in hot water over insurance claims deserved a hearing, Fifth Circuit rules
NEW ORLEANS (Legal Newsline) - A lawyer who worked at a Houston law firm that has run afoul of the law will get a second chance to show he shouldn't have been suspended for nine months.
Special election in litigated Caddo Parish sheriff's race goes to Democrat
A Democrat was elected Caddo Parish sheriff by six percentage points last weekend in a contest that was closely watched because an appeals court ordered a new election after finding multiple questionable votes were cast in a razor-thin election last fall.
Louisiana bill to help prisoners convicted by non-unanimous juries dies in committee
A Louisiana State Senate panel voted earlier this month to table a bill that would have provided a way for inmates convicted by non-unanimous juries to challenge their sentences after such jury verdicts were designated unconstitutional.
Louisiana Supreme Court finds $10M in asbestos case too much
NEW ORLEANS (Legal Newsline) - The Louisiana Supreme Court cut a $10.5 million jury verdict in an asbestos lawsuit in half, saying an analysis of whether a jury abused its discretion must include an examination of awards in similar cases.
Daughter files suit against Continental Insurance over father's mesothelioma, death
NEW ORLEANS - Cynthia Marsh, as administrator for the estate of Harry F. Marsh, filed a federal lawsuit on Nov. 25 in the Eastern District of Louisiana against the Continental Insurance Company, individually and as successor in interest to the Marine Office of America Corporation.
Marie Placide sues William D. Green for tax sale dispute
In the case of Marie Placide versus William D. Green, Jr., case number 2023-CA-0476, filed in the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeal in Louisiana on January 24, 2024, Mr. Green is appealing a district court judgment that dismissed his claims against Ms. Placide with prejudice.
Man accuses cannabis farm of fraud
A man has accused legal cannabis farm of fraud.
New Orleans legal climate results in tort tax of over $3,000 per person annually, study finds
Louisiana loses almost 50,000 jobs annually and struggles with a “tort tax” of $1,200 per resident as a result of excessive civil court costs, according to data released this week by Louisiana Lawsuit Abuse Watch.
Louisiana judge faces disciplinary hearing amid efforts to boost judicial transparency
A recent announcement that a Louisiana district court judge will face a November hearing on unethical conduct during a 2018 election campaign is evidence that the state is making some progress on increasing judicial transparency.