State Court
Louisiana Supreme Court shuts down claim of injured worker using fake name
The Louisiana Supreme Court has ruled an injured worker can’t pursue his civil lawsuit filed under a fake name.
State Court
Lawsuit challenges new La. law classifying abortion drugs
Federal Court
2 Baton Rouge therapists file suit over state law restricting their use of psychological terms
Two Baton Rouge therapists are suing an occupational regulatory board and seeking to overturn a state law that bars practitioners from using terms such as “psychology” and “psychological” unless they are licensed psychologists.
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Louisiana high court overturns state law allowing lawyers in Legislature to delay their legal cases
The Louisiana Supreme Court has overturned a law allowing state legislators who are also attorneys to delay court proceedings when those schedules conflict with their legislative duties.
All Louisianans pay the price when the state’s legal system is abused. We hope that more Louisianans will join us in the fight to help end lawsuit abuse and bring more fairness and balance to our civil justice system – for all of us.
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
Plaintiff alleges Golden Corral Corporation violated Fair Labor Standards Act
James A. Guillory has taken legal action against Golden Corral Corporation and its franchisee in Lake Charles for alleged wage violations under federal law.
Federal Court
Keira Davis alleges FlixBus violated ADA over discriminatory travel policy
Keira Davis has filed a lawsuit against FlixBus for allegedly violating the Americans with Disabilities Act after being denied travel without a companion due to her disability status.
Federal Court
Plaintiff Frank Taylor accuses W&T Offshore of Negligence Leading to Injury
Frank Taylor has filed a lawsuit against W&T Offshore following an incident on an offshore platform where he sustained severe injuries due to alleged negligence by the company.
Federal Court
Plaintiff Alleges Hotel Chain Violated Disability Rights During Stay
A woman has filed a lawsuit against a hotel chain alleging violations of disability rights during her stay in New Orleans this past summer.
Federal Court
Former Employee Alleges Sexual Harassment Against Non-Profit Organization
Villette Hammond has filed a lawsuit against Westbank ARC Inc., claiming sexual harassment by a colleague and wrongful termination after reporting it.
Federal Court
Former Employees Allege Construction Company Violated Labor Laws
Two former employees have taken legal action against B & Z LLC in Louisiana's Eastern District Court alleging violations under labor laws including failure to pay overtime wages according to FLSA standards.
Federal Court
Former Employee Alleges Discrimination Against National WWII Museum
Marcia Ritchea has filed a lawsuit against The National World War II Museum alleging discrimination based on disability under Title VII, ADA violations, retaliation under FMLA rights interference following stressful work conditions exacerbated by...
Federal Court
Plaintiffs Allege Offshore Staffing Provider Violated Overtime Pay Laws
Jonathan Keno and Damon Cook have filed a lawsuit against Mako Catering LLC and Mako Unlimited LLC for unpaid overtime wages under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
Federal Court
Family Sues U.S Government Over Alleged Negligence Leading to Veteran’s Death
The family of Kenneth Gaines has filed a lawsuit against the United States government following his tragic death during a medical procedure at Alexandria VA Medical Center in Louisiana.
Lawsuit Abuse Awareness Week highlights economic consequences of excessive litigation
After a year of successes and some setbacks, advocates of tort reform in Louisiana are observing Lawsuit Abuse Awareness Week to inform the public about the economic consequences and household costs of excessive litigation statewide.
LSU museum director seeks to dismiss defamation allegation filed by Pennsylvania's Doug Mastriano
A military museum director at Louisiana State University is mounting a legal counter-offensive against an unsuccessful Pennsylvania U.S. Senate candidate, Doug Mastriano, arguing that the GOP state senator’s defamation lawsuit against him should be dismissed.
'Nuclear verdicts' in Louisiana last year totaled $437 million, new study finds
Louisiana jury awards exceeding $10 million over the years 2009 to 2023 amounted to a total payout of $9.97 billion, making the Bayou State sixth in the nation in terms of the combined value of these so-called “nuclear verdicts.”
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.
Murrill joins push to stop feds' effort to prosecute Trump
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has joined a multi-state effort led by Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody and Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird urging the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit to affirm the dismissal of U.S. Department of Justice Special Counsel Jack Smith’s indictment of former President Donald Trump.
Catholic Diocese of Alexandria seeks 'mediated resolution' for sexual abuse victims
The Diocese of Alexandria is moving to conduct a “mediated resolution” with victims of alleged sexual abuse by priests prior to filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy – a scenario that may offer both benefits and challenges for abuse victims, according to observers.
Federal regulators reject Energy Transfer bid for review of competitor's Louisiana pipeline project
A northern Louisiana energy project that will bring natural gas from the Haynesville Shale region to Gulf Coast markets will not be subject to oversight from federal regulators, a panel decided last month.
Murrill files brief to stop electric truck mandate
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has joined a brief in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit to stop the Biden administration from imposing an electric-vehicle mandate on truck manufacturers.
Louisiana AG joins coalition supporting opt-out rights for parents regarding school books
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill’s office has joined a 25-state brief in support of parental rights in a U.S. Supreme Court case.
Supreme Court suspends judge for not signing warrants, ignoring order
The Louisiana Supreme Court has suspended a St. John the Baptist Parish judge, saying he “caused substantial harm” by delaying criminal investigations into child sexual abuse and domestic violence by refusing to sign search warrants.
State Supreme Court rules second candidate ineligible for run for seat on high court
The Louisiana Supreme Court has ruled one candidate for a seat on the court is ineligible to run while also refusing to hear the appeal of another candidate already ruled ineligible.
Louisiana Bankers Association CEO on Credit Card Competition Act: If passed, 'would expose customers and their credit card data to weaker cyber-security protections'
The Louisiana Bankers Association's (LBA) said it seconds prior criticism of Senate Bill 1838, known as the “Credit Card Competition Act,” which would require banks to offer merchants at least two network options, one of which cannot be Visa or MasterCard, for processing credit card transactions, thereby increasing security and fraud risks, according to the organization's leadership.
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.
Lawsuit challenges new La. law classifying abortion drugs
A group of healthcare providers and others have sued the state of Louisiana over a new law that classifies two abortion drugs as “controlled dangerous substances.”
Keira Davis alleges FlixBus violated ADA over discriminatory travel policy
Keira Davis has filed a lawsuit against FlixBus for allegedly violating the Americans with Disabilities Act after being denied travel without a companion due to her disability status.
Proposal to convene state constitutional convention passes Louisiana House
Louisiana’s House of Representatives on Tuesday passed a measure to convene a constitutional convention in August to overhaul the state’s governing principles and give lawmakers the tools to make major reforms.
Louisiana Supreme Court suspends attorney over law firm's alleged mishandling of hurricane legal claims
The managing partner of the Louisiana office of a law firm accused of mishandling hundreds of Hurricane Ida property insurance claims has been suspended from practicing law in the state for 90 days by the Louisiana Supreme Court.