U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana
Recent News About U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana
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Plaintiff alleges IBM engaged in race and age discrimination leading to retaliation
Regina A. Eddy has filed a lawsuit against International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) alleging race and age discrimination along with retaliation leading up to her termination in January 2024. Filed on May 24th in Louisiana's Western District Court, Eddy seeks $1.45 million in damages. -
Former Employee Alleges Racial Harassment Against Spicy Daugx Operators
Christian Hill has filed a lawsuit against his former employer Spicy Daugx Operators Louisiana alleging racial harassment and discrimination under various federal and state laws. The suit includes claims under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and seeks compensatory damages among other reliefs. -
Plaintiff accuses City Police Officer and Municipality of Wrongful Death
Irma Goree has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Captain Gerald Givens and other defendants following her son Treston Tremaine Goree's fatal shooting by police in Bastrop. The case highlights allegations of excessive force and inadequate training within the police department. -
Woman accuses Family Dollar Store of violating Americans with Disabilities Act
A woman, Annette Tyler, has filed a lawsuit against Family Dollar Stores of Louisiana, alleging that the store violated the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Louisiana Commission on Human Rights. The plaintiff, who is paraplegic and requires a wheelchair for mobility, claims she encountered numerous architectural barriers at the store. -
Woman accuses The Kroger Company of negligence Leading to severe injuries
A woman named Carol Ann Hennis has sued The Kroger Company alleging negligence by its employees which resulted in her sustaining severe injuries. The incident took place at a Kroger store in Louisiana, leading to a lawsuit filed in the Ninth Judicial District Court. -
Woman files lawsuit against USAA General Indemnity Company over alleged contract breach
In a recent turn of events, Chasity Blanchard has sued USAA General Indemnity Company for alleged breach of contract. The case, originally filed in the Acadia Parish District Court, Louisiana, promises to be a closely watched legal battle. -
Man sues Pinnacle Entertainment, Penn Entertainment, and Kone Inc. for Elevator Malfunction
In a recent lawsuit filed in Louisiana, Michael Hoffman is seeking damages from Pinnacle Entertainment, Penn Entertainment, and Kone Inc. for injuries sustained due to a malfunctioning elevator at L'Auberge Casino Resort. The case brings to light the issue of safety and maintenance in public facilities. -
Customer Accuses Target Corporation of Negligence Leading to Serious Injuries
In a recent lawsuit filed against retail giant Target Corporation, Lori Hurst alleges that she sustained serious injuries due to the company's negligence. The case brings to light the importance of maintaining safe shopping conditions for customers. -
Promoter Tommy Willis sues Club Phoenix for defamation and emotional harm
Tommy Willis seeks judgment against Tim Huck and Club Phoenix for the defamation and loss of reputation as a direct result of Mr. Huck's various false and defamatory statements. The plaintiff is asked for $10,000,000 in compensatory damages. -
Man sues Iberia Sheriffs Office for civil rights violation related to a drug overdose death
The incident took place on December 18th, 2018 when deputies from the Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office (IPSO) investigated Jessica's death which was determined to be caused by an acute methamphetamine and heroin overdose. -
Jeffery Fuller Jr. sues GBI LA-DM, LLC for employment discrimination
Fuller claims that he faced racial and gender discrimination while working as a technician at these companies from February 2021 to February 2022. -
United States of America sues Shad Balliett for failure to repay overpayment of disability retirement benefits
The United States of America has filed a lawsuit against Shad Balliett in the United States District Court, Western District of Louisiana, under the case ID 5:24-cv-00545-SMH-MLH on April 24, 2024. -
Felicia Carmouche sues The United States of America for damages from a car accident
Felicia Carmouche has filed a lawsuit against The United States of America, specifically the United States Postal Service (USPS), in the United States District Court, Western District of Louisiana. -
Antoine Victor sues Lafayette Consolidated Government for assault, battery, excessive force and unlawful arrest
Antoine Victor has filed a lawsuit against Lafayette Consolidated Government, Officer John Doe 1, Officer John Doe 2, and XYZ Insurance Company in the United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana. -
Estate says man was fired after contracting tuberculosis
A man's estate says he was a victim of wrongful termination after he contracted tuberculosis. -
Johari D. James sues Joseph, Mann & Creed for violations of the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act
In the United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana, plaintiff Johari D. James has filed a lawsuit against defendant Joseph, Mann & Creed under case ID 6:24-cv-00506-DCJ-DJA on April 15, 2024. -
Meagan Billedeau sues Kia America for selling a defective vehicle
In the United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana, plaintiffs Meagan Billedeau and Melanie Daigle have filed a lawsuit against Kia America, Inc. -
United States of America sues Brian K. Whiteman for fraudulent transfer
In the United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana, the United States of America has filed a lawsuit against Brian K. Whiteman, Robin McCoy Whiteman, and 3299 Bellevue Road, Haughton, Louisiana. -
Cameren Torres sues United Services Automobile Association for car accident damages
In the United States District Court, Western District of Louisiana, Cameren Torres has filed a lawsuit against the United Services Automobile Association (USAA). -
Sabrina A. Bernard sues Doug Ashy Building Materials Inc. for racial discrimination and humiliation at workplace
Sabrina A. Bernard has filed a lawsuit against Doug Ashy Building Materials Inc. and Doug Ashy Building Materials - Lake Charles, LLC in the United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana.