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Tractor-trailer fails to yield and collides into vehicle on Jefferson Highway
Jefferson Parish residents filed a lawsuit against a trucking company after a tractor-trailer failed to yield at a stop sign on Jefferson Highway and collided into their vehicle.
Flying tire caused more than $75k in damages, suit claims
A Baton Rouge resident is suing a trucking company for more than $75,000 after she was injured when her vehicle drove over a tire that flew off of the tractor-trailer on westbound I-12.
Refinery worker claims racial discrimination after suspension for sleeping on the job
An oil refinery employee who was caught asleep on the job and placed on suspension has filed a lawsuit against his employer claiming racial discrimination.
Platform operator sued by worker over injuries
A Mississippi man has filed a lawsuit against the operators of an oil platform after he was injured due to tripping and falling on a deck patch.
Customer sues Wal-Mart for $2 million after slip and fall
A Wal-Mart customer is suing the retail giant for more than $2 million after he slipped on a substance and fell at a Bogalusa store on Feb. 12.
Class action filed against Darvocet manufacturer
Becnel The manufacturer of the recalled drug Darvocet is facing a class action in New Orleans that accuses the manufacturer of failing to warn of the drug's risks and side effects.
Mississippi mud causes vessels to become moored, engineer sues
Steele An engineer has filed a lawsuit over injuries he suffered when several vessels became stuck in mud.
Seaman sues over unpaid wages
Several seamen are suing their employer in an attempt to obtain unpaid wages and to penalize the employer for each day the seamen's wages allegedly remain unpaid.
Family sues after collision with 18-wheeler on I-12
Mumphrey A family has filed a lawsuit against a trucking company and its driver after an 18-wheeler rear-ended its vehicle.
Sales rep claims job caused post traumatic stress disorder
A regional sales representative for Professional Marketing Services Inc. (PMSI) claims to have suffered from post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after hearing a supervisor make a recently terminated co-worker beg for her job back.
Customer sues Lowe's after tripping over board
After tripping over a board and injuring herself, a Tangipahoa Parish resident is suing Lowe's alleging it failed to maintain its store.
Seaman's injuries allegedly caused by lack of proper supervision
A Louisiana seaman is suing his employer claiming he was injured due to a lack of proper supervision.
Circle K sued over shooting in Bogalusa store
A victim of an armed robbery is suing Circle K convenience store for failing to deter crime over a shooting that took place Dec. 20, 2009 in Bogalusa.
Seventh-Day Adventist lost job because he couldn't work Friday afternoons, suit claims
Farrugia A Seventh-Day Adventist is suing his former employer after losing his job as a bus driver because he couldn't work after sunset on Friday afternoons.
Electrician sues for $5 million after slipping aboard vessel
An electrician is suing his employer Seadrill Americas for more than $5 million after he slipped and injured his neck and back.
Massage therapist claims employer created hostile work environment
Gallagher A male massage therapist has filed a lawsuit against his employer alleging he was demoted for not participating in sexual activities with his male supervisor.
USPS sued by customer who slips in rain puddle
David T. Davis filed suit against the United States Postal Service on Nov. 9 in federal court in New Orleans after he slipped and fell on a large accumulation of rain water at the entrance to the Hahnville Post Office.
Seaman wants $10 million after falling down stairs during power outage
A seaman is suing his employer for $10 million after the vessel he was aboard lost power and he fell down a flight of stairs.
Woman loses job after 29 years of employment, files lawsuit
A Louisiana woman has filed an age discrimination lawsuit against her employer St. Anthony Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center claiming she lost her job to a younger individual.