Monthly Archives: December 2012

Americans with Disabilities Act lawsuits see increase in New Orleans area

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NEW ORLEANS – The number of lawsuits against businesses allegedly in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has grown over the past few years in the New Orleans area. David Whitaker, partner at New Orleans-based defense firm Kean … Read More »

Federal Court, Federal District Court, Issues, New Orleans, News

Zuppardo’s sued by man who claims to have slipped on oily substance

GRETNA – A Jefferson Parish man is suing a local grocery store for injuries he allegedly received in a fall on an oily substance on the store’s floor. Simon A. Shokr filed suit against Zuppardo’s Economical Supermarkets, Inc. and United … Read More »

Issues, News

Fitness center sued by woman who fell in sloping hallway

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GRETNA – A Jefferson Parish woman is suing a local fitness club for injuries she allegedly received after falling in a sloping hallway. Lindsi R. Bordelon filed suit against Ochsner Clinic Foundation, Elmwood Fitness Center and their insurer in the … Read More »

Issues, News

Steel supply customer suing after forklift allegedly backed into truck

Robert Charbonnet Robert Charbonnet

GRETNA – A Kenner-based steel supplier is being sued by one of its customers who was allegedly injured when a forklift backed into his vehicle. Oscar Mendez filed suit against the Charter Oak Fire Insurance Company and Melco Steel, Inc. … Read More »

Issues, News, Property Damage

Woman who tripped in Target parking lot suing for permanent disability

GRETNA – A Jefferson Parish woman is suing a national retail corporation for injuries she allegedly received at one of their local stores. Sylvia Childress filed suit against Richards Clearview, LLC, Indian Harbor Insurance Company and Target Corporation in the … Read More »

Issues, News

Shifting stairs and termite penetration lead to suit

Michael Bradner Michael Bradner

NEW ORLEANS – A local Orleans Parish contractor and structural engineering firm are being sued after their work on a Colbert Street residence in New Orleans allegedly began to show signs of deterioration. Amy and Kelly Burke filed a lawsuit … Read More »

Issues, New Orleans, News, Orleans Parish, Property Damage

72-year-old pilot files age discrimination lawsuit after losing job

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NEW ORLEANS – A 72-year-old pilot has filed a discrimination lawsuit against his former employer that claims he was terminated and replaced by a younger pilot. Albert H. Faulstick filed suit against Southern Tire Mart on Dec. 7 in federal … Read More »

Federal Court, News

Registered nurse sues claiming termination was premature

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NEW ORLEANS – A St. Tammany Parish registered nurse has filed a lawsuit claiming that she was prematurely fired due to allegations that she improperly treated a patient. Carla D. Touchy filed suit against Lakeview Medical Center d/b/a Lakeview Regional … Read More »

Federal Court, News

Former roofing company employee suing over alleged retaliation firing following workers’ compensation claim

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GRETNA – A Jefferson Parish man is suing his former employer for allegedly retaliating against him for successfully pursuing a workers’ compensation claim. Calvin B. Elstrott filed suit against Crescent Materials Services, Inc. in the 24th Judicial District Court on … Read More »

FELA/Jones Act, Issues, News

Academy sports sued by man who claims company not paid for a

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GRETNA – A man whose company contracted with a sporting stores chain claims he has not received full payment for work he did at numerous stores across the Gulf Coast. Leon Winsberry and Professional Assembly Technicians filed suit against Academy … Read More »

Breach of Contract, Issues, News