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LADB splits on suspension recommendation for Alexandria lawyer over misrepresentation

By Karen Kidd | Sep 20, 2019

NEW ORLEANS (Louisiana Record) — Longtime Alexandria attorney George A. Flournoy faces possible suspension following a sharply split Sept. 17 Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Board (LADB) recommendation to the Louisiana Supreme Court over allegations in two client matters.

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Tennessee attorney voluntarily suspended over alleged trust account mismanagement

By Karen Kidd | Sep 19, 2019

NEW ORLEANS (Louisiana Record) — Nashville attorney Erica May Lotz has been voluntarily suspended following a Sept. 17 Louisiana Supreme Court attorney disciplinary proceeding over allegations involving her client trust account.

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LADB backs disbarment for New Orleans lawyer who allegedly bought prescription medicine from client

By Karen Kidd | Sep 19, 2019

NEW ORLEANS (Louisiana Record) — New Orleans attorney Sally Harrison Longmire Hingel faces possible disbarment following a Sept. 13 Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Board (LADB) recommendation to the Louisiana Supreme Court regarding allegations she solicited and purchased prescription medication from a client.

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LADB recommends permanent disbarment for suspended Deridder attorney

By Karen Kidd | Sep 19, 2019

NEW ORLEANS (Louisiana Record) — Suspended Deridder attorney Mitchel M. Evans II faces possible permanent disbarment following a Sept. 13 Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Board (LADB)'s latest recent recommendation to the Louisiana Supreme Court.

LITIFY: Gov. Edwards, Litify Announce Tech Firm’s Entry into New Orleans

By Press release submission | Sep 18, 2019

The New Orleans Business Alliance made the following announcement on Sept. 9:

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Case activity for Cheryl Lewis vs Daniel Mckenzie on Sept. 16

By The Louisiana Record | Sep 18, 2019

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana reported the following activities in the suit brought by Cheryl Lewis and Jeffrey Lewis against Daniel Mckenzie, GEICO and Mountain Laurel Assurance Company on Sept. 16.

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U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana: Actions Taken on Sept. 10

By The Louisiana Record | Sep 18, 2019

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana reported the following activity on Sept. 10 in the suits below:

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Court activity on Sept. 16: Orleans Shoring, LLC vs E. Cornell Malone Corp

By The Louisiana Record | Sep 18, 2019

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana reported the following activity in the suit brought by Orleans Shoring, LLC against E. Cornell Malone Corp and Zurich American Insurance Company on Sept. 16: 'Notice Of Removal From Orleans Civil District Court, Case Number 2019-8143 (filing Fee $ 400 Receipt Number 053l-7857751) Filed By Zurich American Insurance Company, E. Cornell Ma

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Case activity for Lawrence Hopkins vs Elton Tramble on Sept. 16

By The Louisiana Record | Sep 18, 2019

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana reported the following activities in the suit brought by Lawrence Hopkins against Elton Tramble, James Spencer, Nationwide Agribusiness Insurance Company, Newman Transport, LLC and Safe Auto Insurance Company on Sept. 16.

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Court activity on Sept. 16: Graceita Sutton vs Steadfast Insurance Company

By The Louisiana Record | Sep 18, 2019

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana reported the following activity in the suit brought by Graceita Sutton and Jeffery Edwards against Steadfast Insurance Company on Sept. 16: 'Notice Of Removal With Jury Demand From Civil District Court, Orleans Parish, Case Number 2018-13041 (filing Fee $ 400 Receipt Number 053l-7857730) Filed By Steadfast Insurance Company. (attachment

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Case activity for Johnny Allen vs Christopher M Maulucci on Sept. 16

By The Louisiana Record | Sep 18, 2019

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana reported the following activities in the suit brought by Johnny Allen against Christopher M Maulucci, Gregory B Baquet, Shamica Clark, Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System and Veterans Health Administration on Sept. 16.

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Sept. 10: U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana docket for "motor vehicle" cases

By The Louisiana Record | Sep 18, 2019

The following cases categorized as "motor vehicle" cases were on the docket in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana on Sept. 10. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:

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Case activity for Worley Claims Services, LLC vs Elite Investment Group, LLC on Sept. 16

By The Louisiana Record | Sep 18, 2019

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana reported the following activities in the suit brought by Worley Claims Services, LLC against Elite Investment Group, LLC on Sept. 16.

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Sept. 10: U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana docket for "labor" cases

By The Louisiana Record | Sep 18, 2019

The following cases categorized as "labor" cases were on the docket in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana on Sept. 10. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:

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Case activity for Olivia Funches vs Lilian Arana on Sept. 16

By The Louisiana Record | Sep 18, 2019

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana reported the following activities in the suit brought by Olivia Funches against Lilian Arana on Sept. 16.

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LABI: Dour report on business rankings not a surprise

By Carrie Bradon | Sep 17, 2019

A representative with the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry said a recent study showing Louisiana near the bottom of the U.S. in business rankings was to be expected.

TAYLOR PORTER BROOKS & PHILLIPS LLP: Philips to be Honored Among 2019 Baton Rouge Area Volunteer Activists

By Press release submission | Sep 17, 2019

Taylor Porter Partner Skip Philips will receive the prestigious Baton Rouge Area Volunteer Activist (BRAVA) Award from The Emerge Center and The Emerge Foundation.

TAYLOR PORTER BROOKS & PHILLIPS LLP: Taylor Porter Welcomes Three Students for 2019 Fall Law Clerk Program

By Press release submission | Sep 17, 2019

Taylor Porter welcomes three students for the 2019 Fall Law Clerk Program in which under the guidance of practicing Taylor Porter attorneys and mentors, law clerks gain hands-on experience and interaction that reflect real life as a lawyer.

BURGOS & ASSOCIATES: Burgos & Associates named Bilingual Law Firm of the Year

By Press release submission | Sep 17, 2019

Burgos and Associates named as the 2019 Bilingual Law Firm of the Year and Best Personal Injury Law Specialist by Acquisition International.

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Activist organizations continue efforts to shine light on lawsuit abuse

By Carrie Bradon | Sep 16, 2019

Every year, the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry releases its scorecard, a comprehensive review of legislation that has faced the state in the last year.