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Housing developer files lawsuit against City of New Orleans alleging discriminatory zoning tactics
NEW ORLEANS – A housing developer has filed a lawsuit against the City of New Orleans, claiming the establishment of an Interim Zoning District obstructs the development of an affordable housing project.
Former employee files lawsuit against Grass Gator Lawn Care Company for alleged FLSA violations
NEW ORLEANS - A former employee has filed a class action lawsuit against Grass Gator Law Care, alleging that the company failed to pay required overtime despite employees working more than 60 hours per week.
Walmart employee sues for discrimination, hostile work environment
LAKE CHARLES – A Walmart employee has filed a lawsuit against the company, alleging sexual harassment, discrimination based on sex and disability, failure to accommodate her disability, and retaliation. She claims that she was subjected to a hostile work environment at a Walmart Supercenter in Sulphur, causing her emotional distress which eventually forced her to take a medical leave of absence.
Tug company sues following Mississippi River collision
NEW ORLEANS – Intracoastal Tug and Barge Company has filed a negligence lawsuit against Magnolia Fleet and the M/V Louise following a boat collision that caused more than $165,000 in damages.
Former Employee Sues Rodi Marine for $6 Million Alleging Negligence and Severe Injuries
NEW ORLEANS - A former employee has filed a $6 million negligence lawsuit against Rodi Marine claiming failure to provide a safe work environment aboard the M/V MISS PEGGY ANN resulted in him sustaining severe injuries.
Deckhand accuses employers of negligence that caused severe injuries
NEW ORLEANS – A deckhand has filed a lawsuit against his employers, claiming negligence led to him passing out due to heat exhaustion and injuring himself while working aboard a vessel.
Supplier of fuel and barging services Orion Holdings sues cargo ship for failure to pay
NEW ORLEANS – Orion Holdings Limited is suing an ocean-going cargo ship for more than $190,000 in unpaid fuel and barging services.
Worker accuses Chevron of negligence after injury on oil platform
NEW ORLEANS – A longshoreman has filed a negligence lawsuit against Chevron after allegedly tripping on a wire at the Jack St. Malo oil and gas production platform, sustaining severe injuries.
LSU’s Hispanic Law Students Association highlighted during Hispanic Heritage month
LSU Law School is shining a spotlight on its Hispanic Law Students Association (HLSA) for their efforts in fostering inclusivity and connections among students. The association has organized a series of events to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from September 15th to October 15th.
McGuireWoods is once again recognized by The National Law Journal as a leader in ESG and community impact on September 21.
McGuireWoods, a leading law firm, has once again been recognized for its exceptional efforts in environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) and community impact. The National Law Journal has awarded the firm the prestigious ESG and Community Impact Leader award for the second consecutive year. This recognition highlights McGuireWoods' commitment to pro bono work, social responsibility, and its ability to meet the growing demand for advice on ESG issues from clients.
Kim Phan of Troutman Pepper has been elected as the organization's president.
Kim Phan, a partner in Troutman Pepper's Privacy + Cyber Practice Group, has been elected as the president of the National Conference of Vietnamese American Attorneys (NCVAA). The NCVAA is the first-ever national Vietnamese American bar association for attorneys, law students, judges, and legal scholars. Phan was sworn in as the president on September 16, 2023, for the 2023-2024 term.
Tulane Inn of Court highlighted by University for creating excellence in legal field
In today's polarized society, organizations like the Inns of Court play a crucial role in promoting civility and professionalism in the legal profession. The Tulane Inn of Court, a non-partisan group that has been around for 36 years, is dedicated to fostering excellence among judges, attorneys, and other members of the legal community. It provides a platform for networking, mentorship, and discussions on current legal issues.
Judge Karen Wells Roby receives Lifetime Achievement Award from Louis A. Martinet Legal Society
Judge Karen Wells Roby is being recognized as a true trailblazer and leader for Black lawyers and judges. Recently, she was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Greater New Orleans Louis A. Martinet Legal Society for her unwavering commitment to improving the legal profession. This prestigious award is given to individuals who have dedicated their entire lives to serving and advancing the legal field.
Tara K. Righetti will speak about carbon capture at the Liskow Visiting Professor in Energy Law Lecture in 2023
Tara K. Righetti, a professor at the University of Wyoming College of Law, has been chosen as the speaker for the 2023 Liskow Visiting Professor in Energy Law Lecture at LSU Law. The lecture, titled "Land & Regulatory Consequences of Carbon Sequestration Well Classifications," will focus on carbon capture and will take place on November 14 in the Robinson Courtroom.
Louisiana State University Law School celebrates 1989 alum
Louisiana State University Law School recently celebrated one of its esteemed alumni, Kristin Wall, who graduated from the law school in 1989. Wall currently serves as the CEO and President of Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Corporation (LWCC), the largest workers' compensation insurance provider in the state.
Self qualifying forms open for Louisiana State Bar Association elections
The Louisiana State Bar Association (LSBA) has announced several leadership positions that are open for the upcoming 2023 LSBA election cycle. The association has opened self-qualifying positions for interested individuals to apply for until October 16th. The elections will be conducted entirely electronically, with electronic ballots made available to LSBA members on November 6th and a deadline for casting votes on November 20th.
Louisiana Attorney General files to block Governor's pardon actions
Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry has taken legal action against Governor John Bel Edwards, accusing him of disregarding the regulations set by the Board of Pardons. In a lawsuit filed on September 20th, Landry argued that the Governor's actions did not adhere to the proper eligibility and notice rules, timeliness requirements, and necessary steps of the process. The lawsuit specifically targeted the scheduling of Clemency hearings for 20 violent offenders who had previously been convicted and sentenced to the death penalty. These hearings were set to take place in...
The Louisiana Supreme Court will celebrate Constitution Day 2023
The Louisiana Supreme Court will be celebrating Constitution Day 2023 by offering free pocket-sized copies of the U.S. Constitution to visitors of the Chief Justice Pascal F. Calogero, Jr. Courthouse. From Monday, September 18th to Friday, September 22nd, anyone who visits the courthouse, located at 400 Royal Street in New Orleans' French Quarter, will receive a pocket-sized version of the document.
Former Louisiana Supreme Clerk dies, age 89
Former Louisiana Supreme Clerk of Court, Frans J. Labranche, Jr., passed away on Friday, September 8, 2023, at the age of 89. Labranche dedicated over 18 years of his life to serving the high court, holding the position of clerk of court from 1978 to 1996, and working as a deputy clerk from 1977 to 1978.
Case activity for Robert J. McElwee vs Anco Insulations, Inc. on Aug. 4
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana reported the following activities in the suit brought by Robert J. McElwee against Anco Insulations, Inc., Bertram C Hopeman, Eagle, Inc., Gulf Belting & Gasket Company, LLC, Hopeman Brothers, Inc., Huntington Ingalls Incorporated, International Paper Company, Liberty Mutual Insurance Company, Paramount Global, Taylor-Seidenbach, Inc. and Union Carbide Coporation on Aug. 4.