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Migrant Workers Accuse Louisiana Corporation of Labor Law Violations
A group of migrant workers has taken legal action against Bayou Sugar Growers Inc., alleging labor law violations under false pretenses within the H-2A visa program. -
Attorney: New Louisiana law unconstitutionally muzzles newsgathering, police coverage
Reporters are now more hesitant to cover crime stories in certain situations after the enactment of a Louisiana law allowing police officers to bar the public from getting within 25 feet of them, attorneys for news organizations argued in federal court last week. -
Former State Employee Alleges Retaliation by Louisiana Department Over Discrimination Complaints
Cynthia L. Coleman has filed a lawsuit against the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services alleging wrongful termination due to retaliation for prior discrimination complaints against another state agency. -
Librarian Sues Self-Proclaimed Library Watchdog Over Defamation Claims
Amanda Jones, an elementary school librarian from Louisiana, has filed a defamation lawsuit against Dan Kleinman, accusing him of falsely labeling her as someone who sexualizes children through his blog and social media posts. -
Parents Allege State Agency's Overreach in Newborn Custody Battle
A gripping lawsuit filed by Lyndon Cummings and Nisa Martin accuses Louisiana's Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) of unlawfully seizing their newborn daughter without due process. -
City Employee Alleges Discrimination Against City Of Port Allen Over Unequal Pay
Lance C. Joseph has filed a lawsuit against his employer, City Of Port Allen alleging racial and gender discrimination in their employment practices which resulted in unequal pay compared to peers with similar roles or less responsibility than him... -
Plaintiff alleges transportation company mishandled personal data in major cyberattack
A class action lawsuit has been filed against L & B Transport for allegedly failing to protect sensitive personal information during a massive cyberattack in August 2024. -
Plaintiffs Allege State of Louisiana's Violation of Federal Laws
In a high-stakes lawsuit filed in the Middle District Court, William Nelson and Caira Porterie accuse multiple government officials and agencies including the State of Louisiana of violating federal laws related to acquisition and relocation grants. -
Contractor Companies Accused of Negligence in Employee Injury Lawsuit
In a lawsuit filed on February 20th in East Baton Rouge Parish court, Robert Goodall claims negligence led to his severe injury while working on a construction project involving three companies—Barber Brothers Contracting Company L.L.C., Southern... -
Plaintiff accuses financial giants of breach amid mortgage dispute
A Louisiana resident has taken legal action against United Wholesale Mortgage and Regions Bank over alleged breach of contract and unlawful debt practices involving his mortgage loan. -
Plaintiff Alleges Former Employer Violated Overtime Pay Laws
In a recent lawsuit filed in Louisiana's Middle District Court, Gerson Morataya accuses his former employer All Season’s Landscaping and Lawncare Inc., along with its president Aaron Ulery, of failing to pay legally mandated overtime wages during... -
Tigeraire accuses Sunday Red LLC (associated with Tiger Woods) of Trademark Infringement
Tigeraire has filed a lawsuit against Sunday Red LLC alleging trademark infringement over a leaping tiger design used in golf apparel branding associated with Tiger Woods' new venture with TaylorMade. The case highlights issues around consumer confusion and brand dilution due to high-profile marketing campaigns. -
Plaintiff Alleges Agricultural Giant's Herbicide Caused Cancer
Clare Dauzart has filed a lawsuit against Monsanto Company alleging that their herbicide product Roundup caused her non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma due to its active ingredient glyphosate. Filed in Louisiana's federal court on September 26th, she accuses Monsanto of negligence and fraudulent misrepresentation regarding Roundup's safety profile while seeking compensatory damages for her suffering. -
Plaintiffs Allege Racial Discrimination Against Industrial Contractor
Jayden Allen and Rashid Fefee have filed a lawsuit against Performance Contractors Inc., alleging racial discrimination and retaliation after reporting racist slurs used by supervisors and coworkers at their workplace in Geismar Louisiana. -
Entertainment Companies Sue Atlanta Musician Over Alleged Copyright Infringement
Trill Entertainment has filed a lawsuit against Atlanta musician BHM Peezy alleging copyright infringement over his song “Webbie Flow.” Filed in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana on July 2nd, 2024, the suit accuses multiple parties including Asset Distribution and Verge Records International of exploiting copyrighted material without permission. -
Plaintiff alleges United States' negligence led to severe injury
Amanda Fleming has filed a lawsuit against the United States government alleging negligence after falling into an unmarked hole at a national cemetery resulted in severe injuries and exacerbated pre-existing conditions. -
Former Employee Alleges Discrimination and Retaliation Against Educational Institution
Dr.Tireka Cobb has filed a lawsuit against Board Of Regents (LOSFA), alleging race and age discrimination along with retaliation leading to wrongful termination.The case highlights alleged manipulations within grant-funded programs and seeks various forms of relief including back pay,punitive damages,and policy changes. -
Former Employee Sues Commerce Title & Abstract Company for Age Discrimination
Yvette Bergeron has filed a lawsuit against Commerce Title & Abstract Company alleging age discrimination leading to wrongful termination. The case highlights claims of discriminatory practices and seeks various forms of relief including compensatory damages. -
Veteran Sues LSU Board Over Alleged Discrimination Due To Disabilities
A veteran suffering from PTSD and Dyslexia has sued LSU's Board of Supervisors over alleged discrimination due to inadequate accommodations at LSU Law School. The plaintiff seeks injunctive relief under ADA regulations as well as compensatory damages for emotional distress caused by these failures. -
Louisiana Family Accuses Sheriff's Office of Excessive Force During Arrest Over Dog Complaint
A family in Louisiana has filed a lawsuit against the Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office alleging excessive force during an arrest over a dog complaint incident last year. The complaint details physical injuries and emotional distress suffered by family members due to alleged misconduct by a deputy sheriff.