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Man files suit against St. Tammany Parish judge alleging his rights were violated
NEW ORLEANS – A Franklinton man alleges a St. Tammany Parish judge violated his constitutional rights.
Consumers allege RV they purchased is defective, has water damage
NEW ORLEANS – Two Texas residents allege a recreational vehicle they purchased has been damaged by water and has been out of service for more than a year.
Christus St. Patrick Hospital accused of refusing to issue amount for refund check
LAFAYETTE – Four individuals allege they are owed the amount from a Medicare refund check that was incorrectly sent to a Baton Rouge health care facility.
Patient alleges medical device used in hip surgery was dangerous
NEW ORLEANS – An Orleans Parish woman claims she had to have revision surgery because of a dangerous medical implant.
BJ's Restaurant Inc. patron alleges she was injured in fall on premises
BATON ROUGE – A Baton Rouge restaurant patron claims she was injured in a fall because of a liquid substance on the restaurant's floor.
St. John the Baptist Parish couple seeks $20 million over allegations of medical malpractice
NEW ORLEANS – St. John the Baptist Parish couple is seeking millions in damages over allegations a veterans health care facility failed to timely diagnose the husband's epidural abscess.
Offshore Specialty Fabricators alleges to have failed to pay for supplies for vessels
NEW ORLEANS – A limited liability company is alleged to have not paid for supplies provided to its vessels.
Consumer seeks rescission of sales contract for Dutchmen Infinity, alleges defects
NEW ORLEANS – A Louisiana woman alleges the recreational vehicle has water damage and other defects.
Man claims Conrad Industries Inc. discriminated against him, terminated employment after taking medical leave
ALEXANDRIA – A St. Mary Parish man alleges his Morgan City employer terminated his employment after he took a medical leave.
Consumer alleges Ford F-250 truck is defective, seeks rescission of sales contract
NEW ORLEANS – A consumer claims a Ford truck he purchased has the "death wobble" vibration defect and has been out of service for more than 72 days.
Arizona Turbine Technology accuses Franklin companies, individual of defamation
LAFAYETTE – A Franklin man and two limited liability companies are accused of making false and unlawful communications regarding an Arizona company.
Offshore Specialty Fabricators alleged to owe for services for vessel
NEW ORLEANS – Three Louisiana businesses claim they were not paid for services provided to another company and its vessel.
Man seeks rescission of sales contract of Coachman Leprechaun
NEW ORLEANS – A consumer claims a Coachman recreation vehicle he purchased contained defects and is seeking rescission of the sales contract.
Man alleges he was not paid for services provided to apartment complex
NEW ORLEANS – An African-American contractor alleges he was not paid for security services he provided to an apartment complex.
Motorist alleges government is liable for damages in accident with federal employee
MONROE – A Concordia Parish motorist is seeking damages after an accident with an U.S. Army Corps of Engineers employee.
Oceaneering International Inc. claims Montco Oilfield Contractors owes more than $1 million
NEW ORLEANS – A Lafource Parish business and its vessel are alleged to have failed to pay for services provided.
Sister alleges Orleans Justice Center failed to prevent brother's suicide
NEW ORLEANS — A sister of a New Orleans man is suing the sheriff of Orleans Parish, the warden of Orleans Justice Center and a health care provider, citing alleged violations of federal and state constitutional and statutory standards.
Former inmate alleges correctional center failed to provide medical care
NEW ORLEANS — An inmate is suing the sheriff of St. Charles Parish, the warden of a correctional center and an insurance company, citing alleged failure to provide equal protection and due process.
B&J Martin alleges it is not responsible for benefits for Thibodaux man
NEW ORLEANS – A Galliano employer seeks judgment that a Thibodaux man is not entitled to maintenance and cure benefits.
Factory Sales and Engineering Inc. accused of failing to pay invoices
NEW ORLEANS – A Pennsylvania crane rental company claims a Covington energy equipment company has failed to pay invoices.