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Tangipahoa Parish School Board files lawsuit against LHSAA over Amite playoff suspension

By Vimbai Chikomo |
BATON ROUGE — The Tangipahoa Parish School Board has filed a lawsuit against the Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA), alleging that the association rushed to judgment when it suspended an entire high school football team from the playoffs.

Jeff Landry tells Department of Justice employees they need to reapply for jobs

By Vimbai Chikomo |
BATON ROUGE — Attorney General-Elect Jeff Landry recently sent a letter to current state Department of Justice at-will employees, informing them that they need to apply for positions under his new administration.

Computer company sues gaming establishment over alleged software theft

By Vimbai Chikomo |
NEW ORLEANS – The owner of a computer software company in Abita Springs is suing over claims of copyright infringement.

Louisiana attorney James Mecca: “I’m forever indebted to everyone involved in getting me here”

By Vimbai Chikomo |
The first thought that came to Louisiana attorney James Mecca's mind when he landed in jail after being arrested for accepting marijuana in exchange for legal services was, “Thank God! Now maybe somebody can help me.”

Tulane University professor advocates transparency in securities markets

By Vimbai Chikomo |
NEW ORLEANS — When it comes to minimizing the chances of a securities markets catastrophe such as the 2008 national financial crisis, Tulane Law Professor Onnig Dombalagian believes prevention is better than a cure -- and in this case, prevention is transparency.

St. Tammany Parish attorney allegedly caught taking marijuana for services will retain law license

By Vimbai Chikomo |
METAIRIE — The Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Board has concluded that an attorney originally charged with possession with intent to distribute marijuana he received as payment for legal services will not lose his law license.

Wal-Mart sued over alleged gender discrimination

By Vimbai Chikomo |
NEW ORLEANS – A Louisiana woman is suing her employer over alleged claims of gender discrimination.

Man sues Seacor Marine, others over injury he allegedly sustained on boat

By Vimbai Chikomo |
NEW ORLEANS – A seaman is suing over claims that he was injured while working on a boat.

Bossier City attorney faces disbarment if convicted of theft allegations

By Vimbai Chikomo |
BOSSIER PARRISH — A Bossier City couple arrested two weeks ago for allegedly carrying out a scheme to steal thousands of dollars and manipulating the sale of two residential properties from a dying man are out on bail.

VehSmart Inc. sued over alleged loan default

By Vimbai Chikomo |
A satellite company in Louisiana is suing a telecommunications service provider over alleged default on a loan.