U.S. Federal Court
Recent News About U.S. Federal Court
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Consumers claim Lumber Liquidators flooring's emission of chemical caused health issues
NEW ORLEANS – Three consumers allege flooring they installed in their homes caused health problems because the flooring emitted excessive levels of formaldehyde. -
Deaf man alleges state did not provide interpreter during incarceration
NEW ORLEANS – A deaf Marrero man and his father are alleging discrimination after they were not provided an interpreter during legal proceedings and other matters. -
Baton Rouge pet owners allege city, parish's treatment of dog violated constitutional rights
BATON ROUGE – Two Baton Rouge pet owners have filed a suit against the city and parish over the treatment of their dog after an alleged bite incident. -
Van owner alleges Chrysler vehicle contained defects, seeks rescission of the sale
NEW ORLEANS – A consumer is seeking the rescission of a sale of a van over allegations the vehicle contained defects. -
Cigna & Life Insurance Co. of North America accused of wrongfully terminating benefits
NEW ORLEANS – A St. Charles Parish woman alleges her disability benefits were wrongfully terminated. -
Seaman alleges knee injury caused by unseaworthy vessel
NEW ORLEANS – A Terrebonne Parish man claims he injured his knee while working because of the unsafe conditions on the ship. -
Man files class action over claims he was not paid for flooding restoration work
BATON ROUGE – A laborer hired to perform disaster restoration work after the August floods in the state alleges he was not paid and has filed a class-action suit. -
Bank of the West seeks remaining balance of allegedly unpaid debt
SHREVEPORT – A California-based financial institution alleges two Claiborne Parish residents were guarantors for a loan that has not been paid in full and seeks the remaining balance. -
Former employee claims Green Tiger Softwash owes unpaid overtime pay
BATON ROUGE – A former employee alleges an East Baton Rouge Parish commercial pressure washing company did not properly compensate him for all hours he worked. -
Seaman alleges Enterprise Marine Services did not provide a safe working environment
NEW ORLEANS – A Terrebonne Parish man claims he injured his knee, hand and thumb while on the job and has filed suit for damages. -
Daiquiri Island Sports Bar & Grill accused of unlawfully broadcasting boxing match
NEW ORLEANS – A New Orleans establishment is accused of broadcasting sports event without authorization to do so. -
Equipment operator blames crew boat, platform owners for fall into Gulf
LAFAYETTE – A Schlumberger employee alleges he was caused to fall into the Gulf of Mexico during a transfer from a boat to a platform. -
Cargill International SA says oil tanker owner breached contract
NEW ORLEANS — Swiss corporation Cargill is suing the Marshall Islands-based owner of an oil tanker, alleging breach of warranty. -
Business First Bancshares Inc. alleges commercial guaranties were not paid
NEW ORLEANS – An East Baton Rouge Parish bank alleges a South Dakota man and a South Carolina man did not pay a commercial guaranty. -
Ochsner Medical Center accused of failing to accommodate deaf woman
NEW ORLEANS — A daughter serving as her deceased mother's estate representative has filed a class-action lawsuit against Ochsner Medical Center - North Shore LLC and Ochsner Health System, alleging unlawful discriminatory practices and deliberate indifference. -
Workers Corporate Construction LLC accused of not paying overtime wages
BATON ROUGE – A construction worker has filed suit against his East Baton Rouge Parish employer over claims he is owed unpaid overtime pay. -
Widow's claim against M/V African Raptor alleges negligence led to death
NEW ORLEANS — A widow from St. John the Baptist Parish is suing a Bahamian bulk carrier, alleging negligence and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries. -
Easton Group Attorneys accused of using misleading debt collection practices
NEW ORLEANS – A Gretna consumer claims a Baton Rouge-based debt collector used misleading tactics in an attempt to collect an alleged debt. -
Simon Roofing and Sheet Metal accused of wrongful termination
BATON ROUGE — A man from East Baton Rouge Parish is suing a former employer, alleging discrimination, retaliation and wrongful discharge. -
Galley hand blames injuries on W & T Offshore
NEW ORLEANS — A galley hand from St. Tammany Parish is suing W & T Offshore Inc., a tension leg platform operator, alleging that insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.