Louisiana Record News
Inmate Alleges Louisiana Jail Violates First Amendment Rights Over Reading Material Ban
An inmate has filed a lawsuit against officials at Tensas Parish Detention Center alleging violations of his First Amendment rights due to restrictions on receiving reading materials while incarcerated.
Tenant Alleges Real Estate Owner Engaged in Unlawful Eviction Practices
In a dramatic lawsuit filed in Shreveport's federal court, Cameron Kemp accuses several parties including real estate owners and a judge of executing an illegal eviction process violating his constitutional rights.
Plaintiff accuses former employer university system board and police chief of discrimination
Rebecca Kaase has filed a lawsuit against her former employer alleging employment discrimination based on age and disability at Louisiana Tech University.
Plaintiff Alleges Convenience Store Chain Violated Disability Access Laws
Daniel Todd has filed a lawsuit against Circle K Stores Inc., claiming violations of disability access laws at one of its locations in Alexandria, Louisiana.
Plaintiffs Allege State of Louisiana's Violation of Federal Laws
In a high-stakes lawsuit filed in the Middle District Court, William Nelson and Caira Porterie accuse multiple government officials and agencies including the State of Louisiana of violating federal laws related to acquisition and relocation grants.
Contractor Companies Accused of Negligence in Employee Injury Lawsuit
In a lawsuit filed on February 20th in East Baton Rouge Parish court, Robert Goodall claims negligence led to his severe injury while working on a construction project involving three companies—Barber Brothers Contracting Company L.L.C., Southern...
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Transport Company Following Fatal Crash
A devastating accident has prompted Pharren Perkins to file a lawsuit against Swift Transportation of Arizona LLC and others following her husband's death in a crash involving one of their trailers.
Seaman Alleges Negligence Against Maritime Employer Parker Towing Company Under Jones Act
Christopher Sonnier has filed a lawsuit against Parker Towing Company claiming negligence led to his permanent shoulder injury while working aboard their vessel.
Plaintiff Alleges Former Employer Pedal Valves Inc Violated Overtime Laws
John Blake Campbell has filed a lawsuit against his former employer Pedal Valves Inc., accusing them of failing to pay due overtime wages according to federal and state laws.
Plaintiff Alleges Accessibility Violations Against Restaurant Operators Under ADA
Daniel Todd has filed a lawsuit against BRH Properties LLC and Southern River Restaurants over alleged violations of accessibility laws at an Applebee’s location in Alexandria, Louisiana.
Veteran Sues U.S. Department Over Alleged Negligent Non-Treatment
A veteran is suing the U.S. Department over alleged negligent non-treatment after being diagnosed with latent tuberculosis but not informed or treated promptly by VA facilities across different states.
Plaintiff accuses University of Racial Discrimination
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against The University of Louisiana at Monroe alleging racial discrimination and wage disparity violations under Title VII and other civil rights laws.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Southwestern Electric Power Co., Blames Utility Company for Damages
A local business has filed a lawsuit against Southwestern Electric Power Co., accusing them of negligence related to poorly maintained power lines that caused injuries and financial losses exceeding $35,000.
Family Sues Louisiana Authorities Over Inmate Death Due To Alleged Negligence
A family's legal battle unfolds as they sue multiple entities linked with Slidell City Jail over Theresa Zar's tragic death due to alleged negligence during her detention period last year in November
Plaintiff alleges negligence against USPS employee following New Orleans car crash
Aurea Diab has filed a lawsuit against both Alvin Duplessis and his employer, the United States Postal Service (USPS), following a car accident allegedly caused by negligence on December 24th in New Orleans.
Ellen Grant alleges St. John the Baptist Parish School Board discriminated against African American employee
Veteran social worker Ellen Grant sues St. John the Baptist Parish School Board for racial discrimination and retaliation under federal civil rights laws after enduring years of unequal pay and unfair treatment compared to Caucasian colleagues
Plaintiff accuses religious organization The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints over negligence and child abuse
A lawsuit filed by Gina Avery against The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints alleges negligence and child abuse within its ecclesiastical units in Louisiana.
Plaintiff Alleges Major Corporations Caused Serious Injuries
Denise Moody has filed a lawsuit against Coca-Cola Bottling Company United Inc., Walmart Inc., Wal-Mart Louisiana LLC., and Brandon Sylve alleging serious injuries requiring substantial compensation.
Plaintiffs Allege Excessive Force by City Police Resulted in Wrongful Death
A civil rights lawsuit has been filed against the City of Shreveport and one of its police officers over the fatal shooting of Fleen Myles III during a traffic stop last year.
Plaintiff Alleges Chemical Giants' Herbicide Caused Cancer
Rachel Hinton has filed a lawsuit against Monsanto Company and Bayer Corporation alleging that exposure to their herbicide product Roundup caused her cancer diagnosis.