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Lawsuit: Physical harm by co-workers caused dialysis nurse to quit job
NEW ORLEANS -- A woman is suing her former employer after allegedly experiencing discrimination, harassment and physical harm from her co-workers.
Lawsuit says sugar company wasn't sweet on Black employees
NEW ORLEANS -- A man claims that he was wrongfully terminated by a sugar refinery because of his race.
Woman says bank CEO's friend made unwelcome remarks and she was fired for reporting them
NEW ORLEANS -- A woman claims to have suffered sexual harassment while working at a bank.
Threatened lawyer is suing Baton Rouge and its police chief
BATON ROUGE -- Thomas Frampton, a lawyer and professor of law who represented Clarence and Tanya Green in a civil rights lawsuit against the City of Baton Rouge and the Baton Rouge Police Department, is further federally suing the City of Baton Rouge, its mayor and its police chief.
Daughter sues wound care provider, alleging mistreatment led to amputation and mom's death
NEW ORLEANS -- A daughter claims that her mother's death was caused by a wound care provider's negligence.
Woman says St. Tammany deputy groped her during arrest
NEW ORLEANS -- A woman claims to have been wrongfully arrested five minutes after being served a protective order.
Native American, Cajun parents sue over school closure in hopes of preserving language and tradition
NEW ORLEANS -- A group of parents is suing a school planning to close in an attempt to preserve their culture, language and tradition.
Federal Election Commission brings suit against Defend Louisiana PAC
BATON ROUGE -- The Federal Election Commission claims the Defend Louisiana PAC treasurer did not report independent expenditures and is in violation of the Federal Election Campaign Act.
Man trips coming out of gas station porta potty, files lawsuit
MONROE - A man claims to have fallen while going to use an outside bathroom at a truck stop and becoming injured.
Slip-and-fall plaintiff wants $2,500 per month for 27 years for 'humiliation'
LAKE CHARLES -- A man who is afraid he will never be the person he once was is seeking millions after a slip-and-fall at a Louisiana casino.
Couple sue hospital after daughter, born with breathing problems, not transferred and dies
BATON ROUGE -- Parents claim their child died because of medical negligence by a Baton Rouge hospital.
Lawsuit says worker fell down manhole
NEW ORLEANS -- A woman is suing a construction company after her husband fell down a manhole at work.
Class action says LSU coddles athletes accused of sexual misconduct
BATON ROUGE -- A group of students is suing a university claiming that the university allows for sexual misconduct and trauma to women and LGBTQ+.
Lawyer sued by former oil spill clients is now sued by firm that did her defense
NEW ORLEANS (Legal Newsline) - A law firm has brought suit against a former client - a Mississippi plaintiffs firm - for failure to pay and breach of contract.
Man sues former employer for age discrimination causing termination
NEW ORLEANS -- A man claims to have suffered intentional age discrimination on the basis of national origin by a former employer.
Ugly racism alleged at Saint Rose company; Nooses and tobacco spit among claims
NEW ORLEANS — A man claims he experienced racial discrimination, hostile work environment and constructive discharge, violating Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and 1991 and the Louisiana Employment Discrimination Law.
Woman sues Ouachita Parish sheriff's deputy, alleging excessive force
MONROE — A woman is requesting a jury trial against an officer that allegedly used unnecessary excessive force, unlawful arrest and personal property damage of persons.
Man files lawsuit after being forced to go to church
BATON ROUGE — A man has filed a complaint against a psychiatric aide for alleged violation of his First Amendment rights.