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BP is answering the challenge
Don Briggs, President, Louisiana Oil and Gas Association
Keep Louisiana Competitive
Don Briggs, President, Louisiana Oil and Gas Association
2015: A Year of Action
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2014: Highs And Lows For Oil And Gas
Don Briggs, President, Louisiana Oil and Gas Association
Oil and gas achieve victories in state legislature; But 'legacy lawsuits' continue to plague industry
Don Briggs, President, Louisiana Oil and Gas AssociationThe oil and gas industry was faced with several tough issues this Louisiana legislative session.The hot topic for debate were the pieces of legislation that would combat the hundreds of abusive lawsuits that are plaguing the oil and gas industry. Louisiana Oil and Gas Association, along with coalition members like the Louisiana Mid-Continent Oil
Bills Seek To Protect Our State’s Future Success
Don Briggs, President, Louisiana Oil and Gas Association
As Legacy Lawsuit Count Rises, Rig Count Falls
Don Briggs, President, Louisiana Oil and Gas Association
Employing Your Family And Enhancing Your Community
The oil and gas industry of Louisiana is the largest employer in the state. Over 30% of our nation’s natural resources flow from or through Louisiana. Whether from the Haynesville Shale in Northwest Louisiana or in the shallow waters of our coast, or moving through our vast pipeline infrastructure, Louisiana is called THE oil and gas state for a reason.
Judicial activism one reason for 'Judicial Hellhole' label
Don Briggs, President, Louisiana Oil and Gas Association
Killing the Golden Goose
Don Briggs, President, Louisiana Oil and Gas Association
Trial Lawyers Create Organic Drilling Moratorium
The same song different verse seems to be the new theme for the Louisiana legal climate. While the filing of 28 new lawsuits by the same group of trial lawyers should come as no surprise to the oil and gas industry, the lack of surprise makes the issue no less egregious.
Poor Legal Climate Stealing the Show
While the national political climate is unsteady and the entire country is nervous about how a government shutdown might affect us at home, Louisiana is experiencing an unprecedented economic development boom.A study conducted in February by Dr. David Dismukes of the LSU Center for Energy Studies showed that over $62 billion in economic development investments have been committed to the state of Louisiana
LO&G President: Actual damage not necessary
A common theme right now in Louisiana is legalized extortion. If you need to make a quick dollar, have no fear; a plaintiff attorney will find you.
Lawsuit Accusations Are Just That
Don Briggs, President, Louisiana Oil and Gas Association
Just More Extortion By The Trial Lawyers
Don Briggs, President, Louisiana Oil and Gas Association
New Climate Change Policy, Same Ole’ Agenda
Don Briggs, President, Louisiana Oil and Gas Association
A good legislative session for the oil and gas industry
Don Briggs, President, Louisiana Oil and Gas Association
The Future of Natural Gas In Louisiana
Don Briggs, President, Louisiana Oil and Gas Association
More EPA Oversight
Don Briggs, President, Louisiana Oil and Gas Association
Throw Me Something, Mister!
Don Briggs,President,Louisiana Oil and Gas Association