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Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Major Corporations Over Health Issues From Oil Spill
A new lawsuit has been filed against several major corporations over alleged health impacts stemming from the BP Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill in 2010. Plaintiff Travis Curry claims exposure to toxic substances during cleanup efforts led to severe health issues including Multiple Myeloma.
38 Deutsch Kerrigan Attorneys Recognized in the 2025 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch
Deutsch Kerrigan proudly announces that 38 of our attorneys have been recognized by their peers and selected for inclusion in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America©.
Flanagan Partners Recognized by Best Lawyers® and Best Lawyers: Ones To Watch®
Thomas M. Flanagan, Harold J. Flanagan, Anders Holmgren, Caitlin Flanagan, and Laurent Demosthenidy of Flanagan Partners LLP have been included in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers in America®, one of the oldest and most respected peer-review publications in the legal profession.
Company fights $3.7M award to those who braved Hurricane Ida to save its breakaway barges
NEW ORLEANS - A company on the hook for nearly $4 million because its barges broke free during Hurricane Ida has posted a $4.5 million bond while its appeal is decided.
Plaintiff sues Hotel Operator Over Gate Malfunction Leading To Severe Injury
A malfunctioning gate at Maison St.Charles valet lot resulted in severe injury for Brittany Cavet who has now sued hotel operator citing negligence.The recent appellate decision denied tort-indemnity relief sought by third-party defendant-Bohnenstiehl electric but acknowledged potential breach-of-contract claims amidst ongoing legal complexities surrounding incident occurred back October13th ,2018.
Former Professors Allege University Violated Due Process in Termination Case
Two former tenured professors have sued a university alleging wrongful termination without due process after their department was eliminated abruptly in December 2014.The court ruled partially in favor awarding them significant damages but reversed compensation for accrued sick leave citing statutory limitations .
Family Trustees Accuse Marine Transport Business Of Fiduciary Breach And Fraudulent Activities
A family dispute over business management has reached Louisiana's Court of Appeal following allegations against a prominent marine transport company for fiduciary breaches and fraudulent activities involving inflated financial conditions through unauthorized signatures.
Daneco sues Just Gators Inc for Eviction Over Unleased Property Dispute
A recent court ruling has affirmed Daneco LLC's right to evict Just Gators Inc from specific unleased properties associated with an alligator farm lease agreement gone sour since September-2018!
Chip Hellmers Joins Deutsch Kerrigan, Bolstering Their Medical Malpractice Practice
Deutsch Kerrigan is pleased to welcome Carl E. “Chip” Hellmers, III to Deutsch Kerrigan. Chip’s extensive expertise in professional liability defense will significantly bolster their medical malpractice team.
Attorney General Murrill secures victory as Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals rules against Pistole Brace rule
SHALL NOT BE INFRINGED: The Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled in our favor against President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris' unconstitutional and “arbitrary and capricious” assault on our 2nd Amendment rights.
Louisiana Public Service Commission settles litigation, agrees to small rate hike, pricing reforms
The Louisiana Public Service Commission and Entergy Louisiana have resolved years of litigation over policies and pricing related to nuclear energy and agreed to new retail electricity rates for Entergy customers in the state.
Railway Company Faces New Trial Over $8 Million Verdict in Train-Truck Collision
A garbage truck driver injured in a collision with a train has won an $8 million verdict against a railway company—but now faces another trial due to inconsistencies in the jury's findings regarding fault allocation
Plaintiffs Allege Breach of Contract Against Major University Over COVID-19 Campus Closures
A group of students has filed a class-action lawsuit against Louisiana State University (LSU), claiming breach of contract after campus closures during COVID-19 forced them into remote learning while still paying full tuition fees for in-person services they did not receive.
Candidate Disqualified: Residency Dispute Ends Candidacy Bid for Port Allen City Council
April King's complaint has led to Shelton Berry being disqualified from running for Port Allen City Council due to failing residency requirements stipulated by Louisiana law.
Louisiana Government Sues Non-Profit Over Misuse Of Disaster Recovery Funds
A significant legal conflict has emerged between Louisiana's state government agencies and a New Orleans-based non-profit over alleged misuse of disaster recovery funds meant for small businesses post-Hurricane Katrina. The state claims breach-of-contract while seeking specific performance or monetary damages; however recent court decisions highlight unresolved ambiguities within contractual terms delaying final judgment.
Oil Company Accuses Energy Service Provider of Negligence Leading to Costly Drilling Mishap
In a protracted legal battle spanning nearly a decade, Gulf Production Company accused Halliburton Energy Services of negligence during oil drilling operations resulting in significant financial losses. Despite disclosing an assignment from Gulf Explorer granting them authority to sue late into proceedings, courts upheld dismissal due lack standing without initial pleading such assignment delaying resolution further prejudicing defendants
Flanagan Partners’ Attorneys To Receive Professionalism Award
Thomas M. Flanagan and Sean P. Brady (posthumously) will receive the John R. “Jack” Martzell Professionalism Award.
Breaking: U.S. Supreme Court sides with Louisiana! Rejects Biden-Harris attempt to reinstate radical anti-women Title IX rule
On Friday, August 16, the U.S. Supreme Court rejected the Biden-Harris administration’s attempt to vacate Louisiana’s injunction against their unlawful Title IX rule.
Plaintiff alleges local government officials breached contract and defamed him
Donald Ray Singletary Jr.'s lawsuit against Michael B Cooper and St Tammany Parish Government has been revived after an appellate court reversed earlier dismissals due to procedural issues surrounding service methods.
Plaintiff wins $1.5 Million Judgment Against Insurer Over Auto Accident Injuries
Dorothy Ory has been awarded over $1.5 million after sustaining severe injuries in an auto accident involving Myles Smith driving a church-owned vehicle insured by Church Mutual Insurance Company back in June 2015