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New Republican Governors Association ad slams Democrat Wilson's infrastructure record
A TV ad campaign launched by the Republican Governors Association blasts the sole Democrat running for Louisiana governor, former state Transportation Secretary Shawn Wilson, for alleged failures to make infrastructure repairs.
Waste disposal company challenges Louisiana permit restricting burning of explosives
An environmental permit restricting the burning of explosive hazardous waste at a plant near Colfax is facing challenges by the plant’s owner as well as a citizens group that has complained about the health effects of the plant’s operation.
Appeals court stays bond granted to former Louisiana judge convicted of sex crimes
A former Louisiana judge who was convicted of sex crimes against minors in 2020 is back in prison after an appeals court overturned a lower court decision granting Elzey “Jeffrey” Perilloux’s release from custody on a $300,000 bond.
Louisiana, Petroleum Institute sue Interior Department over offshore lease sale
The state of Louisiana, American Petroleum Institute and Chevron last week filed a federal lawsuit against the U.S. Department of the Interior secretary and other officials over what the plaintiffs say were last-minute changes to a major offshore lease sale.
Louisiana appeals court upholds law suspending filing deadlines in sex abuse claims
In a win for plaintiffs in child sexual abuse cases, a Louisiana appeals court has affirmed the constitutionality of a 2021 state law allowing accusers to file lawsuits that were previously barred by a statute of limitations.
Infrastructure bill allows Louisiana to cap more tan 500 orphaned oil, gas wells
The tens of millions of dollars in federal infrastructure funds flowing into Louisiana have led to the capping of more than 500 orphaned oil wells in the first half of the year – a record the governor says will be transformational for the state’s environment.
Louisiana energy regulators to decide on rule barring oil well venting, flaring
The Louisiana Department of Natural Resources in the weeks ahead will decide whether to advance a rule to end routine venting and flaring of oil wells around the state – something environmentalists say will put the brakes on climate change.
AstraZeneca sues Louisiana attorney general to stop enforcement of state law on discounted drugs
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals is suing Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry in federal court, alleging a state law that took effect Aug. 1 interferes with federal policies governing pricing caps on certain outpatient medications.
New Louisiana law on human trafficking not expected to have big effect on civil asset forfeiture policies
A new Louisiana law will require district attorneys to submit annual reports dealing with human trafficking and the value of civil asset forfeiture related to such crimes, but the law won’t do much to reform the larger issue of Louisiana’s asset forfeiture policies, observers say.
MMA law firm obtained $40 million through private investors, testimony reveals
A Houston law firm that has been repeatedly sanctioned for mass-filing more than 1,500 hurricane-related damages claims in Louisiana received as much as $40 million from a Florida hedge fund, according to court transcripts and those familiar with the legal proceedings.
Race for Louisiana attorney general gets more crowded as 2 Democrats enter fray
The race for Louisiana attorney general became more crowded last week as two Democrats entered the contest in hopes of succeeding Republican Jeff Landry, but the state’s current solicitor general, Liz Murrill, remains the top fundraiser.
St. Bernard Parish sues Port NOLA to block container facility
The St. Bernard Parish district attorney is suing the Port of New Orleans in state court, alleging that the port`s planned $1.8 billion international container facility should be blocked on jurisdictional grounds.
New law mandates 'In God We Trust' motto in all Louisiana classrooms
A new law that took effect this month requires the display of the national motto “In God We Trust” in all Louisiana public school classrooms – a move some opponents say will blur the line between church and state.
Louisiana woman sues Novo Nordisk, Eli Lilly over Ozempic, Mounjaro side-effects
A Louisiana woman is suing the makers of Ozempic and Mounjaro, pharmaceuticals used to treat type-2 diabetes and obesity, alleging the drug companies failed to adequately warn of severe gastrointestinal side-effects that left her with permanent injuries.
Deposition: State agency delegated authority over coastal erosion lawsuits to private attorney
A top Louisiana environmental official farmed out responsibility for enforcing state permitting regulations that underlie ongoing coastal erosion lawsuits to a private attorney, according to a deposition made public through a public-records request.
Cyber attack that affected Louisiana motorists' personal data prompts litigation, identity theft warnings
A cyber attack reported in May that exposed the personal data of millions of Louisiana drivers is creating litigation headaches and potential financial burdens for the company that developed the MOVEit file-transfer software.
Louisiana McDonald's franchise penalized in federal child labor law probe
A McDonald’s franchise that operates 12 restaurants in the New Orleans area was assessed more than $56,000 in civil penalties for alleged child labor law violations, the U.S. Department of Labor reported.
Louisiana inmate wins $10,000 in civil damages for prison attack
An inmate who sustained chemical burns and stab wounds during an attack at an Iberville Parish prison while correctional staff stood by and did nothing received $10,000 in damages as a result of his federal lawsuit.
NFL calls on Defend New Orleans clothing brand to cease producing signature t-shirt
The NFL has sent a New Orleans clothing brand a cease-and-desist letter, alleging that Defend New Orleans Corp.’s designs constitute a trademark infringement and an unauthorized use of the league’s and the New Orleans Saints’ logos.
New Orleans Archdiocese paying $13 million to lawyers, accountants in clergy abuse cases
The New Orleans Archdiocese is paying attorneys and accountants about $13 million in the ongoing bankruptcy proceedings stemming from clergy abuse cases, according to federal court documents filed this month.