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Plaintiff alleges police misconduct by New Orleans officer in civil rights violation
A civil rights lawsuit has been filed by Isais Benitez against a New Orleans police officer for alleged misconduct following a car accident incident in March 2024.
Louisiana MBDA Business Center & MetroMorphosis announce 2nd Annual EmpowerED Entrepreneurs: Accelerating Success Conference
The Louisiana MBDA Business Center and MetroMorphosis are proud to announce their partnership to host the 2nd Annual Small Business Conference - EmpowerED Entrepreneurs: Accelerating Success.
Eastern District of Louisiana U.S. Attorney’s Office Collects $879,562,972.18 in FY 2024 Civil and Criminal Actions
Acting U.S. Attorney Michael M. Simpson announced that the Eastern District of Louisiana collected $879,562,972.18 in criminal and civil actions in Fiscal Year 2024.
Fifth Circuit overturns injunction blocking execution of Jessie Hoffman
A federal appeals court has overturned an injunction that put Tuesday’s scheduled execution of Jessie Hoffman on hold, potentially clearing the way for the inmate to die at Louisiana State Penitentiary in Angola by nitrogen gassing.
Get out of this court, Fifth Circuit tells insurer trying to avoid paying millions to men attacked by bouncer
NEW ORLEANS - An insurance company that made a bad bet on a Harris County personal injury lawsuit can't block the victorious plaintiffs from seeking the missing $2.2 million from a jury's verdict.
LSU Law honors scholarship benefactors, recipients at annual Scholarship Reception
As LSU Law Dean Alena Allen greeted scholarship benefactors and recipients at The Club at Union Square on Tuesday, Feb. 25, she reminded everyone of the important reason why the Law Center hosts its Scholarship Reception each year.
Attorney General Murrill warns Louisiana residents about fake toll scam texts
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill is warning the public about a nationwide phishing scam.
Loyola University New Orleans Names Thomas A. Chambers New Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs
Loyola University New Orleans announced the appointment of Thomas A. Chambers, Ph.D., as Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs. He will begin this role in early June.
Amendment 1 on state ballot would expand attorney discipline powers, use of specialty courts
Louisiana voters this month will determine the fate of a ballot measure that would give state lawmakers more flexibility to create specialty courts dealing with issues such as complex business issues –- something critics say would favor special interests.
Murrill warns Louisiana residents about fake toll scam texts
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill’s office is warning the public about a nationwide phishing scam..
Agents with General Murrill’s Louisiana Bureau of Investigation arrest Houma man after undercover chat operation
Agents with Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Louisiana Bureau of Investigation arrested a man from Houma on March 6, 2025.
Plaintiff Alleges Agricultural Giant’s Herbicide Caused Cancer
A Louisiana man has filed a lawsuit against an agricultural corporation over claims that their herbicide caused his cancer diagnosis after decades of use.
Plaintiffs Accuse Bossier Parish Sheriff's Office of Negligence Leading to Inmate Death
Two mothers have filed a lawsuit against Bossier Parish officials following Jerry D. McCoy's death due to untreated alcohol withdrawal symptoms while incarcerated.
Federal judge blocks execution of Jessie Hoffman, but Louisiana's attorney general files emergency appeal
Louisiana’s attorney general has urged the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals to overturn a federal judge’s decision to block the execution of inmate Jessie Hoffman, citing concerns that the state’s planned use of nitrogen gas may amount to cruel and unusual punishment.
Tulane Entertainment and Sports Law Conference hosts soccer's Roger Bennett, industry leaders
The 8th annual Tulane Entertainment and Sports Law Conference, which brings together top executives and leading figures from the entertainment and sports industries to discuss the latest legal trends and challenges, will take place at Tulane Law School March 14-15, 2025.
Plaintiffs Allege Fraudulent Foreclosure Against Michigan-Based Rocket Mortgage
In a compelling legal battle filed on February 26th, Travis C.Mills and Regina Harrell Mills accuse Rocket Mortgage LLC of engaging in fraudulent foreclosure practices violating federal laws.
Plaintiffs Accuse Federal Judge John deGravelles of Obstructing Justice
Two individuals have launched a significant legal challenge against federal judge John deGravelles for allegedly failing to advance their common-law suit against HOME BANK et al., claiming obstruction of justice and constitutional violations.
Justice System Criticized: Plaintiff Alleges Financial Conflicts Against Justice Sanders
A class action lawsuit accuses Justice Steven E. Sanders of financial conflicts in eviction cases due to fee structures funding his salary and court operations, potentially violating tenant rights under constitutional law.
Plaintiff alleges United States Magistrate Judge Richard Bourgeois Jr.'s Misconduct Derails Common-Law Suit
Matthew Bernard has launched a compelling legal battle against United States Magistrate Judge Richard Bourgeois Jr., accusing him of exceeding his judicial powers and infringing on rights protected under common law.
Plaintiff alleges former employer ELOS Environmental violated Fair Labor Standards Act
Andrew Herr has taken legal action against his former employer ELOS Environmental L.L.C., accusing them of violating labor laws under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).