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Saturday, April 20, 2024

Sarah Downey News


Litigation against oil companies contributes to slowdown of Louisiana economy, Pelican Institute says

By Sarah Downey |
A Baton Rouge think tank calls Louisiana’s recent spate of parish lawsuits against oil companies a drain that is affecting the state’s entire economy.

Political science professor says parish lawsuits against oil companies could impact gubernatorial race

By Sarah Downey |
Challengers to Gov. John Bel Edwards are pointing to his support of parishes suing oil companies over allegations of coastal erosion, making the potential negative economic impact from that court action a key campaign issue.