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Ochsner Medical Center accused of failing to accommodate deaf woman
NEW ORLEANS — A daughter serving as her deceased mother's estate representative has filed a class-action lawsuit against Ochsner Medical Center - North Shore LLC and Ochsner Health System, alleging unlawful discriminatory practices and deliberate indifference.
Workers Corporate Construction LLC accused of not paying overtime wages
BATON ROUGE – A construction worker has filed suit against his East Baton Rouge Parish employer over claims he is owed unpaid overtime pay.
Widow's claim against M/V African Raptor alleges negligence led to death
NEW ORLEANS — A widow from St. John the Baptist Parish is suing a Bahamian bulk carrier, alleging negligence and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Easton Group Attorneys accused of using misleading debt collection practices
NEW ORLEANS – A Gretna consumer claims a Baton Rouge-based debt collector used misleading tactics in an attempt to collect an alleged debt.
Simon Roofing and Sheet Metal accused of wrongful termination
BATON ROUGE — A man from East Baton Rouge Parish is suing a former employer, alleging discrimination, retaliation and wrongful discharge.
Galley hand blames injuries on W & T Offshore
NEW ORLEANS — A galley hand from St. Tammany Parish is suing W & T Offshore Inc., a tension leg platform operator, alleging that insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.
Father says daughter was repeatedly sexually assaulted by police officer
BATON ROUGE — A father is suing an East Baton Rouge police officer who lives in Livingston Parish, accusing the defendant of sexual abuse against the plaintiff's minor daughter.
Asset Management Services Group among entities accused of violating collection law
SHREVEPORT — A Bossier Parish woman has filed a class-action lawsuit against debt collectors, citing alleged unfair and unconscionable means of collection practices.
Cash for Cars accused of junk fax violation
NEW ORLEANS — A business entity has filed a class-action lawsuit against Copart Inc., d/b/a Cash for Cars, a used car wholesaler, citing alleged violation of telephone harassment statutes.
Whitney Bank claims couple defaulted on promissory note
BATON ROUGE — A Mississippi state chartered bank is suing Robert E. Brooks and Lynda K. Brooks, a married couple living in New Orleans, citing alleged breach of contract.
European companies accuse common carriers of breach of contract
NEW ORLEANS — Several European companies are suing M/V HC Bea-Luna, Central Oceans USA LLC, Onego Shipping & Chartering BV, Canadian National Railway Company (CN) and Berard Transportation Inc., common carriers, alleging negligence and insufficient measures taken to prevent damages.
Crane operator blames Marine Transportation Services Inc. of Florida for injuries
LAFAYETTE — A crane operator is suing Marine Transportation Services Inc. of Florida, a ship owner, alleging that insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.
Offshore technician accuses Seadrill Americas Inc. of negligence
BATON ROUGE — An offshore technician is suing Seadrill Americas Inc., a vessel owner, alleging insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.
Shriya Hospitality accused of allowing slime to accumulate on sidewalk, cause woman to fall
BATON ROUGE – An Arizona woman claims a hazardous condition on a sidewalk at a Baton Rouge hotel caused her to fall and break her hip.
City of Kenner, other parties accused of violating process server's civil rights
NEW ORLEANS — A special process server is suing a city and various officials over an alleged violation of civil rights.
Academy Training School, Progressive Buildings accused of wage violations
LAKE CHARLES — A licensed practical nurse from Calcasieu Parish is suing joint employers, alleging violation of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Metal Buildings by Mac LLC, others accused of shortcomings in barn construction
LAFAYETTE — A Texas horse breeder is suing Greg McBride, Metal Buildings by Mac LLC, S&S Steel Buildings Inc., E. Smith Plumbing Service Inc. and Roy Bergis Smith, citing alleged breach of contract and unfair or deceptive acts or practices.
FraCo LLC, others accused of not repaying loan
LAFAYETTE — A financing firm is suing a debtor and guarantors for alleged breach of contract.
Mother says postal worker's carelessness caused injuries
NEW ORLEANS — A mother from Ponchatoula is suing the federal government and the U.S. Postal Service, alleging insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Man says doctor at federally funded Teche Action Clinic was negligent
NEW ORLEANS — A former medical patient from Houma is suing the federal government, alleging negligence in health care.