Monthly Archives: November 2010

Customer sues Lowe’s after tripping over board

After tripping over a board and injuring herself, a Tangipahoa Parish resident is suing Lowe’s alleging it failed to maintain its store. Lynn G. Ferrant filed the lawsuit on Oct. 18 in Tangipahoa Parish District Court. Lowe’s removed the case … Read More »

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Metanx substitute not equivalent, says class action against Walgreens

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Seaman’s injuries allegedly caused by lack of proper supervision

A Louisiana seaman is suing his employer claiming he was injured due to a lack of proper supervision. George L. Cote filed suit against Rentrop Tugs Inc. on Nov. 19 in federal court in New Orleans. The accident occurred on … Read More »

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Circle K sued over shooting in Bogalusa store

A victim of an armed robbery is suing Circle K convenience store for failing to deter crime over a shooting that took place Dec. 20, 2009 in Bogalusa. April Dawn Kelley, individually and on behalf of her three minor children, … Read More »

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Seventh-Day Adventist lost job because he couldn’t work Friday afternoons, suit claims

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A Seventh-Day Adventist is suing his former employer after losing his job as a bus driver because he couldn’t work after sunset on Friday afternoons. Read More »

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Electrician sues for $5 million after slipping aboard vessel

An electrician is suing his employer Seadrill Americas for more than $5 million after he slipped and injured his neck and back. Emmett C. Kelly II filed the lawsuit on Nov. 8 in federal court in New Orleans, claiming the … Read More »

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Massage therapist claims employer created hostile work environment

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A male massage therapist has filed a lawsuit against his employer alleging he was demoted for not participating in sexual activities with his male supervisor. Read More »

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USPS sued by customer who slips in rain puddle

David T. Davis filed suit against the United States Postal Service on Nov. 9 in federal court in New Orleans after he slipped and fell on a large accumulation of rain water at the entrance to the Hahnville Post Office. … Read More »

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Seaman wants $10 million after falling down stairs during power outage

A seaman is suing his employer for $10 million after the vessel he was aboard lost power and he fell down a flight of stairs. Harold Hebert III filed suit against Rentrop Tugs Inc. on Nov. 9 in federal court … Read More »

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Woman loses job after 29 years of employment, files lawsuit

A Louisiana woman has filed an age discrimination lawsuit against her employer St. Anthony Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center claiming she lost her job to a younger individual. Bertha Torbor filed the suit on Nov. 10 in federal court in New … Read More »

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