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Jewish student sues pair after attack during Israeli rally at Tulane
A Jewish student from Tulane University has sued two men for injuries he sustained last year during a pro-Palestine rally that turned violent.
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.
Parties submit proposed $4.5M toxic landfill odor cases
NEW ORLEANS – Attorneys for plaintiffs in two mass tort lawsuits regarding toxic fumes and noxious odors from the Jefferson Parish Landfill have filed a revised motion seeking preliminary approval of a proposed $4.5 million settlement.
Murrill part of 22-state coalition urging SCOTUS to uphold Tenn. transgender law
CHARLESTON — Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill’s office has joined a 22-state coalition asking the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold a Tennessee law that prohibits certain medical interventions to treat gender dysphoria, including puberty blockers and hormones.
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.
AG part of coalition asking Congress to protect AM radio access
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has joined a multistate coalition urging Congress to pass the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2024..
Judge dismisses many claims against Kubota in excavator fatality case
NEW ORLEANS – A federal judge has dismissed several claims against a major equipment manufacturer in a case of the death of a 50-year-old Ponchatoula man in a small excavator.
Lawsuit accuses two oil field service companies of racial, sexual harassment
NEW ORLEANS – Two oil field service companies operating as a single employer allegedly violated federal law by failing to prevent widespread sexual and racial harassment in the workforce.
Seafood restaurant company faces sexual harassment lawsuit
A male employee at a seafood restaurant repeatedly sexually harassed a female employee and refused to rehire her after she quit, according to a federal lawsuit.
Paraplegic UNO student accuses school officials of disability discrimination
A paraplegic University of New Orleans student says he isn’t being provided proper accommodations for his disability.
Tulane employee files racial, age discrimination suit
A white Tulane University employee says he was a victim of racial and age discrimination.
AGs ask American Academy of Pediatrics to disclose gender dysphoria guidance, methodology
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has joined a 20-state coalition to put the American Academy of Pediatrics on notice for possible violations of state consumer protection statutes over its evidence free standards on gender dysphoria care for minors.
Group of AGs support Kroger in challenge of FTC tribunal
A coalition of attorneys general are supporting a challenge of the constitutionality of the Federal Trade Commission’s administrative proceedings for the Kroger-Albertsons merger.
Student who allegedly fathered child with teacher accuses her of sexual abuse
A former Loranger High School student says he was a victim of sexual abuse by a female teacher who allegedly gave birth to their child.
Murrill says groups trying to create confusion about abortion laws
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill is accusing the media, political organizations, candidates and pro-abortion organizations of creating “confusion and doubt” about the state’s anti-abortion laws.
Louisiana looks to further ensure non-citizens can't vote in state elections
Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry recently signed an executive order aimed at helping to further ensure non-citizens can’t vote in all state elections.
Murrill warns Louisiana residents about price gouging ahead of Francine
As Hurricane Francine moves inland after hitting the Louisiana coast on Wednesday, Attorney General Liz Murrill is warning residents to be on the lookout for price gouging.
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 AG files U.S. Supreme Court brief protecting energy industry with 23 supporting states
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Office has filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn a decision that she says threatens the energy industry of states.