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Murrill challenges Orleans Parish immigration policies
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill is forging ahead with efforts to force Orleans Parish to change a policy that prohibits sheriff’s deputies from directly engaging with in federal immigration enforcement.
SULC Celebrate Alumni Achievements at 2025 Alumni Round-Up
The Southern University Law Center (SULC) proudly hosted its annual Alumni & Friends Round-Up from April 2–5, 2025.
Governor, insurance commissioner divided on key insurance reform measure
A rift between Gov. Jeff Landry and Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple over policies to lower insurance rates in Louisiana widened Wednesday as the two elected leaders gave dueling testimony about an insurance bill before lawmakers.
Court fight starts over whether key asbestos evidence will be gone forever
WILMINGTON, Del. (Legal Newsline) - Companies facing asbestos lawsuits are off to court to prevent the destruction of evidence they say is needed to defend themselves.
LSU Law Board of Advocates elects 2025-26 Executive Committee
The Executive Committee of the 2025-26 Board of Advocates was elected on Monday, April 7, with the following students being elected to leadership positions.
LBI agents arrest Shreveport man for Pornography Involving Juveniles and Sexual Abuse of Animals
Agents with Attorney General Liz Murrill's Louisiana Bureau of Investigation arrested a man from Shreveport on April 9, 2025.
Murrill unveils 2025 legislative agenda
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has unveiled a list of legislation her office is supporting during the 2025 Regular Session of the state Legislature, which began Monday.
Press release
Loyola University New Orleans is excited to welcome three distinguished leaders who will inspire graduates at this year’s Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 10, at the Caesars Superdome.
Former U.S. Attorney General Barr urges Murrill to push back against coastal erosion lawsuits
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has rebuffed a request by former U.S. Attorney General Bill Barr to marginalize the legal theory of Louisiana parishes in their coastal erosion lawsuits and to appeal a recent $745 million judgment against Chevron.
Southern University Law Center Student Joins NASA Headquarters in Washington, D.C.
Southern University Law Center (SULC) student, Crystal Ammons, is proving there’s no limit to what Law Center students can achieve.
Plaintiff Alleges Automotive Giant Breached Warranty Obligations Over Defective Vehicle
A Louisiana resident has filed a lawsuit against Ford Motor Company alleging significant defects in his newly purchased truck render it unsafe to drive.
Plaintiff accuses Educational Networks (website management service) of unauthorized access
Friends of Impact Charter Schools has taken legal action against Educational Networks for allegedly allowing unauthorized access to its website, leading to potential misappropriation of digital assets and funds.
Family Accuses Local Police Department of Excessive Force Following Tragic Incident
In an emotionally charged lawsuit filed in federal court, Eric and Sarah Courtney allege that local police used excessive force following the tragic discovery of their son's lifeless body in their pool.
Plaintiff Alleges Automotive Giant Breached Warranty Obligations
A Louisiana resident has filed a lawsuit against General Motors alleging serious defects in a newly purchased GMC Sierra truck that were not resolved despite multiple repair attempts under warranty obligations.
Plaintiff Alleges Major Automotive Manufacturer Breached Warranty with Defective Vehicle
A Louisiana resident has filed a lawsuit against FCA US, LLC alleging significant defects in his newly purchased RAM truck that compromise its safety and reliability under warranty laws.
Plaintiff alleges Sheriff's Office Violations in Civil Rights Case
A new lawsuit has been filed against a local sheriff's office by Bobby Rankin who claims violations of civil rights after being violently detained by deputies without cause.
Plaintiffs Allege New Orleans Establishment Engaged in Copyright Infringement
Broadcast Music Inc., along with other music corporations, has taken legal action against a New Orleans venue for allegedly playing copyrighted music without permission.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Retail Giant Walmart Following Store Injury
A Louisiana resident has taken legal action against Walmart following an injury sustained at one of its stores due to alleged negligence involving unsafe conditions in an aisle.
Campaign aims to raise awareness for Louisiana legal system abuse reform
The Insurance Information Institute has launched what it calls a comprehensive awareness campaign in Baton Rouge to highlight legal system abuse and its impact on Louisiana’s economy.
Asbestos evidence could soon vanish, with defendants alleging it's part of a cover-up
WILMINGTON, Del. (Legal Newsline) - The planned destruction of evidence in asbestos cases would keep defendants from finding fraud by plaintiff lawyers, defendants say, as a group of state attorneys general have joined their fight to preserve it.