News from August 2010
Seaman sues after developing carpal tunnel syndrome
After allegedly developing carpal tunnel syndrome, seaman Anthony Francis filed a Jones Act lawsuit against his employer, Omega Protein, Inc.
Illinois Central carpenter sues after being hit by railroad timber
German-Oden A bridge carpenter, allegedly hit by a railroad timber, is suing his employer for failing to provide a safe place to work.
Lowe's customer sues for $450k after trip and fall
A Lowe's customer wants more than $450,000 after tripping and falling in the parking lot.
Boater files lawsuit after running into power line
A boater and his passengers are suing Entergy after their pleasure boat collided with a low-lying electrified power line, allegedly causing personal injuries as well as property damage.
Customer sues Wal-Mart for getting 'clocked' in the head
Irpino A Wal-Mart customer is suing after she was allegedly hit in the head by a falling clock.
Neighbor sues after fire damages commercial building
Wilson A New Orleans commercial property owner has filed a lawsuit against his neighbor, claiming a fire originating from their junction box caused extensive property damage to his building.
Homeowners file lawsuit after not qualifying for Citimortgage loan
Irpino After learning they did not qualify for the Home Affordable Modification Program, property owners from St. Charles Parish filed suit against their mortgage company for not adequately communicating information about the program.
St. Tammany Parish resident files lawsuit over Chinese drywall
Russell Herman Five years after completing renovations on his Slidell home after Hurricane Katrina, Hiram Mason claims he discovered Chinese-manufactured drywall throughout his home and has filed a lawsuit to recover damages to his person and property.
Cyclist sues over allegedly dangerous road
Farrelly A Jefferson Parish resident has filed a lawsuit after falling off his bicycle on Lakeshore Drive in New Orleans.
Judge strikes class certification in gas spill suit; gives plaintiffs 90 days to try again
Chief Judge Lloyd Medley Jr. granted two defense motions to strike plaintiff's class allegations and motions for certification on July 30 in Orleans Parish Civil District Court.
Hearing on bankrupt asbestos defendant's motion to dismiss continued
Roussel A hearing set on a bankrupt asbestos defendant's motion to dismiss was continued without date in Orleans Parish Civil District Court.
Furniture store sued after wall unit falls apart
A New Orleans furniture store is being sued for improperly installing a television wall unit after the unit allegedly came apart and fell on a customer.
Lawsuit alleges Avandia caused heart failure
A Louisiana resident has filed a lawsuit against the manufacturer of the diabetic drug Avandia for not warning him or his doctor about an increased risk of cardiovascular problems. The patient says he suffered heart failure more than ten years after his initial digestion of the drug.
Seaman sues after vessel capsizes
A seaman has filed a lawsuit due to the injuries he received when his vessel capsized.
Orleans Parish resident files med mal suit against Tulane Hospital
An Orleans Parish resident has filed a lawsuit alleging medical malpractice after a procedure to treat renal cancer left her with a perforated colon.
School employee sues to obtain disability benefits after being assaulted
A disciplinarian for John McDonough Senior High School has filed a lawsuit against his employer to obtain disability benefits after allegedly being attacked by a student.
Becnel awaits court decision on suspension
Becnel NEW ORLEANS – Daniel Becnel III of LaPlace expresses remorse for misconduct and waits for the Supreme Court of Louisiana to decide how long to suspend his law license.