Robert Hadley News
Microchip Identification Systems accuses distributors of contract breach
NEW ORLEANS – A St. Tammany Parish manufacturer of microchips for pet identification says two of its distributors broke an agreement to sell and market the chips to pet owners.
Barge worker blames Crosby Tuggs for workplace injuries
NEW ORLEANS – A Louisiana barge worker says unsafe conditions aboard a vessel owned by Crosby Tuggs caused his on-the-job injuries during rough seas.
Lawsuit seeks recovery of barge collision expenses
NEW ORLEANS – A Louisiana barge firm that hauls oil and its primary insurer says the costs of oil recovery after a bridge collision should be covered under another policy with Cargo Underwriters.
Gas processor owes more than $600,000 for unpaid invoices, Panel Specialists Inc. claims
NEW ORLEANS – A Louisiana firm that supplies industrial instrumentation says Tenawa Haven, a gas processing facility, owes over half a million dollars for equipment and services it provided for a new plant in Kansas.
Paraplegic man accuses Jefferson Parish of disability discrimination
NEW ORLEANS – A disabled Louisiana man says Lafreniere Park in Jefferson Parish is inaccessible to those who are disabled.
Legal assistant accuses Vishay Precision Group of sexual harassment
NEW ORLEANS – A Pennsylvania woman says her former employer, Vishay Precision Group, discriminated against her when she worked at the firm’s Louisiana office.
Alleged unauthorized R&B performances at Dish on Hayne bring lawsuit
NEW ORLEANS – A New York firm that licenses copyrighted music for public is suing Dish on Hayne for alleged copyright violations of five classic soul and rhythm and blues songs.
Mississippi man accuses Unum Life Insurance of failing to pay claim
NEW ORLEANS – A Tylertown, Mississippi man is suing Unum Life Insurance in a dispute surrounding a disability claim.
High-tech worker files class-action suit against Galliano Marine for alleged unpaid overtime
NEW ORLEANS – A technician is suing two employers, alleging they fail to pay overtime.
Fantasy football player accuses FanDuel and DraftKings websites of fraud
NEW ORLEANS – A Harahan fantasy football player is suing two websites, claiming they defraud players by allowing its own employees to compete in the tournaments.
Equipment firm seeks sale of Mystic Viking to cover unpaid bills
NEW ORLEANS – A Louisiana firm is suing the owners of the marine vessel Mystic Viking, saying they owe nearly $700,000 for undersea services and equipment.
Phelps Dunbar accuses clients of failing to pay for legal services
NEW ORLEANS – A Louisiana firm is suing Virginia-based James C. Justice Cos. for allegedly failing to pay for legal work it performed for an ongoing case.
Class-action suit aims to restore allegedly unpaid overtime pay to Maison Bourbon staff
NEW ORLEANS – An Orleans Parish woman says Maison Bourbon Jazz Club underpaid her for overtime she worked at the club.
Injured plumber blames Tidewater Marine Service, others for allegedly unsafe conditions
NEW ORLEANS – A Lafourche Parish plumbing contractor says he was injured aboard the marine vessel Ken C. Tamblyn, a steel-hulled offshore supply vessel, allegedly due to the owners’ negligence.
Ex-Yankees pitcher Guidry accuses liquor maker of trademark infringement
NEW ORLEANS – Former New York Yankees pitcher and two-time World Series player Tom Guidry is suing Louisiana Lightning and a food distributor in a dispute surrounding Guidry’s trademarked nickname, “Louisiana Lightning.”
Dispute over $2.5M state project spurs lawsuit
NEW ORLEANS – A Texas company that was brought in to complete a state construction contract is suing the original builders for alleged defects it was required to correct.
Wife of deckhand sues Smith Maritime claiming negligence caused husband's brain injuries
NEW ORLEANS – A Florida woman is suing Smith Maritime over alleged negligence related to her husband’s workplace injuries.
House painting project uncovers damage; Tower Hill accused of non-payment
NEW ORLEANS – A Jefferson Parish couple is suing the insurer of their Florida home for allegedly refusing to pay for their property damage claim.
ING Bank accuses Diamantina of failing to pay fuel bill
NEW ORLEANS – The owners of a cargo ship are being sued by ING Bank for allegedly failing to pay for the ship’s fuel.
Longshoreman falls through open hatch, sues over alleged workplace injuries
NEW ORLEANS – A longshoreman is suing the marine vessel Julian and its owners for catastrophic injuries he alleged suffered from a fall aboard the vessel.