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Lafayette attorney Robert Kallam (’90) appointed Chair of LSU Law Alumni Board of Trustees
Robert Kallam, a 1990 graduate of the LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center and partner at Kean Miller LLP in Lafayette, has been appointed chair of the LSU Law Alumni Board of Trustees for the 2024-26 term by LSU Law Dean Alena M. Allen.
Dream Day Foundation's Field of Dreams Softball Tournament
The Taylor Porter Softball Team had a great time playing in the Dream Day tournament.
Former Employee Alleges Discrimination and Retaliation Against Educational Institution
Dr.Tireka Cobb has filed a lawsuit against Board Of Regents (LOSFA), alleging race and age discrimination along with retaliation leading to wrongful termination.The case highlights alleged manipulations within grant-funded programs and seeks various forms of relief including back pay,punitive damages,and policy changes.
Former Employee Sues Commerce Title & Abstract Company for Age Discrimination
Yvette Bergeron has filed a lawsuit against Commerce Title & Abstract Company alleging age discrimination leading to wrongful termination. The case highlights claims of discriminatory practices and seeks various forms of relief including compensatory damages.
Veteran Sues LSU Board Over Alleged Discrimination Due To Disabilities
A veteran suffering from PTSD and Dyslexia has sued LSU's Board of Supervisors over alleged discrimination due to inadequate accommodations at LSU Law School. The plaintiff seeks injunctive relief under ADA regulations as well as compensatory damages for emotional distress caused by these failures.
Shreveport Resident Sues City Police Officers Over Alleged False Arrest
A Shreveport resident has filed a lawsuit against city police officers alleging false arrest and excessive use of force following a dispute over parking citations. The plaintiff seeks compensatory damages for mental distress along with punitive damages against individual officers involved in the incident.
Dog Bite Victim Loses Appeal Against Homeowners Over Alleged Negligence
Vernon J. Tatum’s appeal in a dog bite case has been dismissed after failing to prove negligence on part of homeowners William and Catina Peoples for not securing their yard gate properly. The appellate court upheld a summary judgment ruling citing insufficient evidence regarding any prior aggressive behavior from their dog.
Former Fiancé Accused of Failing Promissory Note Terms
In an intense legal battle between former fiancés Jamie Glaser and Noah Hasslock over a $9,000 promissory note used for a down payment on their marital home has concluded with a ruling in favor of Ms.Glaser.
Attorney General Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit arrests Lacombe man for Possession of Pornography and Sexual Abuse of an animal
Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit arrested a man from Lacombe on Tuesday, August 27, on multiple charges.
Groups sue to stop construction of methane gas facility in Cameron Parish
Environmental and community groups are calling on a state court to reject the Louisiana Department of Energy and Natural Resources’ permit allowing the construction of a methane gas liquefaction facility along the coastline at Cameron.
Congratulations to Curtis R. Joseph, Jr. and Bradley J. Tate
Congratulations to Curtis R. Joseph, Jr. and Bradley J. Tate, who received the nominations for LSBA President-Elect (2025-26) and LSBA Secretary (2025-27), respectively!
Judge bars EPA from enforcing civil rights provision to protect Louisiana minorities from pollution
A federal judge has barred the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency from using a section of the federal Civil Rights Act of 1964 to protect Louisiana’s minority communities from “disparate” harm from air or water pollution.
Attorney General Liz Murrill joins SCOTUS Brief on ‘Frame or Receiver’ ATF Rule
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill joined a 27-state coalition of attorneys general, asking the U.S. Supreme Court to rein in the Biden-Harris administration’s so-called “Frame or Receiver” firearms rule.
SULC students gain conflict resolution skills through federal training
Mediation skills are vital in competitive legal landscape.
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.
Taylor Porter is honored to be a Sommelier Sponsor for the Capital Area Family Justice Center
Taylor Porter is honored to be a Sommelier Sponsor for the Capital Area Family Justice Center DefEAT Domestic Violence event being held Thursday, August 29 at the Renaissance Hotel.
Louisiana AG joins coalition fighting ‘Frame or Receiver’ firearms rule
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill’s office has joined a 27-state coalition of attorneys general asking the U.S. Supreme Court to rein in the Biden-Harris administration’s “Frame or Receiver” firearms rule.
Former VA Employee Alleges Discrimination Over COVID-19 Accommodations
Kenya Woods has filed a lawsuit against Denis McDonough alleging discrimination due to repeated denials for telework accommodations following multiple COVID-19 infections while employed at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in New Orleans.
Former Employees Allege Racial Discrimination Against Retail Giant
Two former employees have sued Walmart Inc., alleging racial discrimination and hostile work environment violations under federal civil rights laws. Filed in Louisiana's Eastern District Court by Emmanuel Gonzalez and Arielle Jarreau on August 12th, the lawsuit seeks compensatory damages among other reliefs.
Attorney General’s Office Secures Arrest in Medicaid Fraud Attempt
AG Murrill’s Louisiana Bureau of Investigation received a complaint from the Louisiana Department of Health in reference to an individual, identified as Veysel Yildiz, allegedly committing Medicaid Recipient Fraud.