News from November 2014
Alleged fall in puddle of water at Treasure Chest Casino buffet results in lawsuit
Treasure Chest CasinoGRETNA – A local casino is being sued by a woman who claims she was injured in a fall at its buffet.Noel B. Thomas filed suit against Treasure Chest Casino LLC, Boyd Gaming Corporation and their insurer in the 24th Judicial District Court on Sept. 12.Thomas claims that on Sept. 14, 2013 she was a patron at the Treasure Chest Casino located at 5050 Williams Blvd. in Kenner when
Infection leads to medical malpractice lawsuit
GRETNA – A man is suing his doctor and clinic after he allegedly contracted a serious infection when his pubic hair was shaven in preparation for a penile implant operation.
Hospital sued over man’s death from allegedly severe internal bleeding following surgery
East Jefferson General Hospital
Cracked pavement in handicapped parking area lead to injuries, lawsuit claims
GRETNA – A woman is suing Winn-Dixie claiming she was injured in a fall on cracked cement near a handicapped parking lot space.
Homeowners file hurricane suit against Louisiana Citizens Property Insurance Corporation
Satellite image of Hurricane Isaac in Aug. 2012
New Orleans Emergency Medical Service sued after employee allegedly crashed ambulance into man’s car
GRETNA – An emergency medical services employee and his employer are being sued by a man who claims he was injured when an ambulance struck his car while carrying an injured patient.
Woman alleges severe injuries from waterslide accident
GRETNA – An inflatable rentals company is being sued by a woman who claims she was injured after flying off the end of a waterside and onto nearby pavement.
Construction company accused of defaulting on $459K balance due
GRETNA – A local shoring company is suing a construction company and its owner over alleged default on payment of a modular building worth more than $500,000.
School threatened with lawsuit over Veterans Day prayer
MORGAN CITY – In response to a lawsuit threatened by The American Humanist Association, the St. Mary Parish School Board has admitted that a public prayer held at a recent Veteran’s Day rally at Morgan City High School was inconsistent with school district policy.
Baymont Inn and Suites files hurricane suit against Louisiana Citizens Property Insurance Corporation
NEW ORLEANS – The corporation that owns Baymont Inn and Suites of New Orleans is suing their insurer for allegedly failing to pay for damages resulting from Hurricane Isaac.
Furniture store customer claims head injury in couch mishap
National Furniture Outlet Inc.
Judge okays $500 million disbursement into oil spill fund that is marked by fraud
Deepwater Horizon oil rig
Former girlfriend sues over ownership interest in home
GRETNA – The alleged former girlfriend of a married man is suing him over allegedly lying to her about transferring half of home ownership before they broke up.
Save-A-Lot sued by woman claims back injury from fall on wet floor
GRETNA – A local grocery store is being sued by a woman who claims she received a severe back injury in a fall on its premises.
Freeman Expositions sued for more than $50K after woman’s alleged fall on debris
NEW ORLEANS – A Jefferson Parish woman is suing several companies for their alleged role in causing her to fall and sustain injury within the premises of a local business.
Woman claims permanent disability due to head injury in fall at Boomtown Belle Casino
GRETNA – A local casino is being sued by a woman who claims she was permanently disabled after falling and hitting her head on its premises.
Dick’s Sporting Goods employees sue over alleged exposure to toxic mold
GRETNA – Two former employees of a local sporting goods store claim they were sickened after being exposed to toxic mold for a prolonged period of time.
Customer claims toilet paper dispenser injury at Corky’s Ribs & BBQ
GRETNA – A local restaurant is being sued by a customer who claims she was injured when she was sitting on the establishment’s toilet and the toilet paper holder collapsed and fell on her.
Bellsouth and AT&T allege construction company damaged telecommunications lines
GRETNA – A construction company is being sued by utilities providers for allegedly damaging equipment while digging on a job site.