News from June 2010
Asbestos trial set June 21 in Orleans Parish; Benjamin Moore lead defendant
Dean An asbestos case naming 28 defendants is set to start jury trial Monday, June 21 at Orleans Parish Civil District Courthouse.
Mother alleges anti-nausea drug caused birth defects
A mother is suing the manufacturer of the anti-nausea drug Reglan, claiming the medication caused birth defects in her child.
Tort reform advocates praise new Georgia law, but some doubt effect in Louisiana
Rickard The executive director of the Louisiana Lawsuit Abuse Watch called the passing of aGeorgia tort reform law a "no brainer" and said the state is leading the way in curbing frivolous lawsuits.
Rule hearing set in class action against Dept. of Social Services
Stanley A rule hearing for a class action suit against the Louisiana Department of Social Services (LDSS) is set for June 18 in Orleans Parish Civil District Court.
Louisiana Senate contingency fee bill heads to the House
Chaisson With a 21-16 vote, the Louisiana Senate passed a controversial bill that would allow the state's attorney general to hire outside counsel via contingency contracts. Yesterday, the bill was read in the House and referred to the Committee on Civil Law and Procedure.
Orleans Parish judges attending summer school in Destin
A photo from Sandestin Resort's Web site As part of an annual gathering, the Louisiana State Bar Association and the Louisiana Judicial College are hosting a joint summer school and annual meeting from June 7 to June 11 at the Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort in Destin, Fla.
Boat owner claims repair shop left rag in engine
A yacht owner has is suing a repair shop he says is to blame for damage to his yacht.
Rigger slips on grease buildup on pilings
A former employee is suing Premier Industries, accusing the company of failing to recognize dangerous working conditions on an ocean barge.
BP battle at center of contingency fee debate
Chaisson The ongoing BP oil leak has sparked debate around the state's ability to defend itself in litigation with corporations.
Disabled Kenner woman sues over inadequate access to polling places
A disabled Kenner resident hopes a suit filed against Jefferson Parish will mean better handicap access at polling places throughout the Parish.
Slidell homeowner seeks more payment on Gustav claim
A Slidell property owner is suing his insurance provider for failing to pay claims filed after Hurricane Gustav.
Buyer says defective floor model GE gas range exploded
A Houma man claims a defective range caused an explosion in his home.
Couple claims space heater caused home fire
A Jefferson Parish couple claims a newly purchased ceramic space heater caused a fire in their home.
Judge takes evidence under advisement before liability case ruling
Dalia Judge Robin Giarusso is taking evidence from both sides in a liability suit against the Omni Royal Hotel before pronouncing judgment in Orleans Parish Civil District Court.
Company failed to supervise space walk, suit claims
NEW ORLEANS-While browsing the manufactured homes at Clayton Homes in Houma, Gloria Miles let her son play in the space walk and expected the company to supervise him and the other children that were playing.
Class action alleges Capital One rearranges transactions to charge more overdraft fees
Kanner NEW ORLEANS-A recently filed class action accuses Capital One of unfair and unconscionable acts in order to collect excessive overdraft fees.
Woman slips at Winn-Dixie, sues store
NEW ORLEANS-While shopping at the Winn-Dixie on Pontchartrain Boulevard in Slidell, Myrtle Terrell claims she slipped on a wet substance and did a split backwards into a wall, causing serious injuries.
Diver sues vessel after decompression sickness
NEW ORLEANS-A commercial diver has filed a Jones Act lawsuit against his employer after he sustained a decompression injury.
Metairie couple blames fire on faulty space heater
NEW ORLEANS-A Jefferson Parish couple claims a newly purchased ceramic space heater caused a fire in their home.
Three seaman sue vessel after receiving back injuries
Three seamen have filed separate Jones Act lawsuits after allegedly suffering back injuries while working on a vessel owned by Omega Protein.