Louisiana Record News
Former Inmate Sues Lafourche Parish Sheriff Over Brutal Jail Attack
Kobi Chiasson has filed a lawsuit against Craig Webre and unnamed officers of the Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office following a brutal attack while he was in custody at Lafourche Parish Correctional Center. The complaint alleges negligence and constitutional violations leading to severe injuries for Mr. Chiasson.
Maritime Company Sues Vessel Broker Over Unpaid Invoices
Offshore Liftboats has filed a lawsuit against Gulf Offshore Logistics seeking over $3 million in unpaid invoices related to vessel services provided under a brokerage agreement dating back to 2016.
Parents Sue Louisiana Education Officials Over Mandatory Ten Commandments Displays
Several parents have filed a lawsuit against Louisiana education officials over a new law requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments in classrooms. The plaintiffs argue this mandate violates constitutional principles of religious freedom and seek declaratory and injunctive relief from its enforcement.
Former Employee Sues Woman’s Hospital Foundation Alleging Wrongful Termination
Latasha Young has filed a lawsuit against Woman’s Hospital Foundation claiming wrongful termination after suffering a brain injury from an aggressive COVID-19 test administered at work.
Former Housekeeping Director Sues Hilton Over Alleged Age Discrimination
Elaine Eubanks has filed a lawsuit against Park Hotels & Resorts Inc., formerly known as Hilton Worldwide Inc., alleging age discrimination following her termination from The Roosevelt Hotel in New Orleans. The suit details how she was replaced by younger employees despite an exemplary record and seeks various forms of relief including reinstatement or compensation for lost wages.
Former Military Member Sues Government Agency Over Alleged Nonconsensual Human Experimentation
A former military member has filed a lawsuit against DARPA alleging severe emotional distress due to nonconsensual human experimentation spanning several years. The plaintiff seeks $175 million in damages and an injunction against further use of specific neurotechnologies.
Former Employee Alleges Sexual Harassment Against Gulf Coast Marine Fabricators
Chelsey Fruge has filed a lawsuit against Gulf Coast Marine Fabricators alleging severe sexual harassment by her supervisor leading up to wrongful termination in September last year. The case outlines disturbing details including coercion into sexual relations under threat of losing employment and subsequent hostile work environment post-breakup resulting in significant emotional distress requiring medical attention.
Plaintiff challenges state cosmetology board over hair braiding permit requirements
A Louisiana woman is challenging state cosmetology regulations requiring a special permit for hair braiding as unconstitutional. The lawsuit seeks declaratory judgment against these rules enforced by Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology claiming they infringe upon occupational freedom.
Former Employee Alleges Racial Discrimination Against Renovation Company
AC Haynes has filed a lawsuit against Renovation Pro’s LLC alleging racial discrimination and retaliation during his employment as a carpenter from November 2022 to January 2023. The complaint details instances of racial slurs used by a supervisor and subsequent retaliatory termination after confronting these issues.
Railroad Worker Sues New Orleans Public Belt Railroad Commission Over Unsafe Working Conditions
Kirkland Hughes has filed a lawsuit against the New Orleans Public Belt Railroad Commission alleging negligence after sustaining severe shoulder injuries due to faulty equipment at work. The case highlights significant safety concerns within the railroad operations managed by NOPB.
Mother Alleges Multiple New Orleans Authorities Negligent in Son's Preventable Death
Rita Gentile has filed a lawsuit against several New Orleans authorities alleging gross negligence leading to her son’s preventable death due to untreated mental illness despite clear signs of distress and repeated interactions with law enforcement agencies.
Former Police Officer Sues City Government Over Disability Discrimination
A former police officer has filed a lawsuit against the City of Hammond alleging disability discrimination and retaliation. The plaintiff claims he was targeted due to his vision and lung-related disabilities and subjected to unwarranted disciplinary actions before being terminated.
Woman sues major retailer for racial profiling
Venessa Carter has filed a lawsuit against Dillard’s Inc., alleging racial profiling during a shopping trip at their Baton Rouge location. The complaint details how an employee falsely accused her of theft due to her race, causing significant emotional distress and damage to her reputation.
Documentary filmmaker sues FDA over alleged FOIA violations
Kohl Harrington is suing the Food and Drug Administration over alleged non-compliance with multiple Freedom of Information Act requests related to his investigation into pet food industry regulations. The filmmaker seeks court intervention to compel the FDA to release requested documents promptly.
Government sues tax preparer over alleged fraudulent practices
The United States government has filed a lawsuit against Christopher Coburn for alleged fraudulent tax preparation practices dating back several years. The complaint details numerous instances where Coburn fabricated information on client tax returns resulting in significant financial losses for both his clients and the U.S Treasury.
Helicopter Pilot Sues Former Employer Over Retaliation After Whistleblowing on Unsafe Practices
A helicopter pilot has sued his former employer for alleged retaliation after reporting unsafe flying practices influenced by external pressures from a government agency. The plaintiff seeks significant damages for lost wages and emotional distress among other claims.
Former Clean-Up Worker’s Family Sues BP Over Fatal Health Issues Linked to Deepwater Horizon Spill
A new lawsuit filed in Louisiana alleges that exposure to toxic substances during clean-up efforts following the Deepwater Horizon oil spill led to severe health issues and eventual death of a worker involved in those efforts. The family seeks compensatory damages from BP Exploration & Production Inc., and BP America Production Company for their alleged negligence in handling the disaster’s aftermath.
Mother Sues Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office Over Son's Fatal Shooting
Mallory Woodfork has filed a federal lawsuit against the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office and several deputies for allegedly using excessive force resulting in her son’s death on June 6, 2023. The suit seeks $5 million in damages and calls for policy changes within JPSO to prevent future incidents of this nature.
Registered Nurse Sues Major Healthcare Organization Over Disability Discrimination
Michelle DiGiacomo has filed a lawsuit against Ochsner Clinic Foundation alleging disability discrimination and wrongful termination under ADA and Title VII laws. The case highlights multiple instances where she faced undue hardships compared to non-disabled colleagues leading up to her resignation in March 2024.
Maritime worker sues multiple shipping companies over severe injuries
Joseph Patterson has filed a lawsuit against several shipping companies claiming severe injuries caused by their negligence during cargo operations aboard M/V Western London last year in Louisiana waters.