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Former Employee Alleges Racial Discrimination Against St. Tammany Parish Government
Samuel S. Robinson has filed a lawsuit against St. Tammany Parish Government alleging racial discrimination and retaliation at work following changes in his employment terms in early 2023.
Plaintiff Alleges Misconduct Against Lake Arthur Police Officers
In a recent legal filing by Cole Navarre against several members of the Lake Arthur Police Department and town officials, allegations have surfaced regarding police misconduct involving excessive force without provocation during an incident at LA...
Plaintiff alleges local school board violated son's educational rights under IDEA
Yvette Williams has filed a lawsuit against Rapides Parish School Board alleging failure to provide her son with necessary educational support under federal law.
Federal Emergency Response Official Alleges Racial Discrimination Against New Jersey-Based Medical Lab
Zeruah Melecio has filed a lawsuit against ACCU Reference Medical Laboratory for alleged racial discrimination and negligence related to false HIV test results.
Plaintiff alleges local sheriff retaliated with cyberstalking charges after Facebook criticism
In a striking legal battle unfolding in Louisiana's Western District Court, Myles McMillin accuses local law enforcement officials of violating his constitutional rights through retaliatory arrests following critical social media posts about...
Judge rejects Louisiana insurance regulators' cease-and-desist order, fines against MMA law firm
The Louisiana Department of Insurance did not have the authority to issue fines and a cease-and-desist order against a Texas law firm accused of massive fraud involving hurricane damage claims, an administrative judge ruled.
Dozens of LSU Law alumni volunteer to help guide first-generation law students
More than two dozen LSU Law alumni volunteered recently to meet with current students at the LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center who are navigating the challenges of law school as a first-generation student.
Homeowners Accuse Major Insurer Allstate of Breach Following Storm Damage
Tony and Josie Craven have taken legal action against Allstate Vehicle and Property Insurance Company over alleged breach of contract after a storm damaged their home in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana.
Laurent Demosthenidy Appointed Adjunct Professor of Insurance Law at Tulane University Law School
Flanagan Partners is proud to announce that Laurent Demosthenidy has been named Adjunct Professor of Insurance Law at Tulane University School of Law, replacing Harold Flanagan.
Kevin Dukes Accuses Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office of Unlawful Shooting
Kevin Dukes has filed a lawsuit against members of the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office following an alleged unlawful shooting incident during an attempted arrest in February 2023.
Media Company Accused of Defamation by Private Citizen Over False Murder Allegations
Kevin Dukes has taken legal action against Georges Media for publishing false allegations linking him to a murder he was acquitted of committing.
Plaintiff alleges local Justice conspired with attorney to suppress free speech
A new lawsuit filed by Donald Ryan Sullivan accuses Justice Terri Monteleone Crosby and her attorney Russell Clayton Monroe of conspiring to violate his First Amendment rights through intimidation tactics.
Plaintiff Carpenter Alleges Negligence Against Scaffolding Company Following Construction Site Injury
A Texas carpenter has filed a lawsuit against Petrin LLC after being severely injured by falling scaffolding material at a construction site in Louisiana.
Plaintiff accuses insurance adjusting firm of violating labor laws
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Alacrity Adjusting Solutions LLC alleging violations of federal labor laws regarding overtime pay.
Plaintiff Alleges Discrimination Against U.S. Attorney General Over Employment Rescission
Drew Hearn has filed a lawsuit against the Acting U.S. Attorney General over alleged racial discrimination by DEA officials leading to his job offer rescission as a Special Agent.
Plaintiff Alleges Major Healthcare Provider Violated ADA Through Discrimination
Susan Forman has filed a lawsuit against Ochsner Health System alleging violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act due to workplace discrimination related to her hearing disability.
Plaintiffs Allege Negligence Against Oil Corporations Following Workplace Injury
A workplace accident on an offshore platform has led Bryce Pelotto and Rosalyn Ledet to file a lawsuit against OXY Inc., OXY USA Inc., and Gulf South Services for negligence resulting in severe injuries.
Tulane Corporate Law Institute takes place March 6-7
The 37th Annual Tulane Corporate Law Institute is set to take place on March 6-7, 2025, at the Roosevelt Hotel in New Orleans.
Plaintiff accuses State Agency Representatives of Unlawful Asset Seizure
Matthew Bernard has filed a lawsuit against representatives from the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services for allegedly freezing his assets unlawfully.
Former Employee Alleges Barrow Creek LLC Violated Overtime Pay Laws
Darryl Harris has filed a lawsuit against Barrow Creek LLC alleging violations of federal labor laws regarding unpaid overtime compensation during his employment as a maintenance worker.