News from August 2015
Quadriplegic sues Cold Stone Creamery alleging lack of accessibility
A disabled consumer is suing an Arizona-based ice cream store and its owner alleging discrimination in regard to an undated series of attempts to patronize the defendant’s retail store in New Orleans.
2 St. Tammany Parish customers allege Capital One illegally withheld funds
Two St. Tammany Parish women are suing Capital One Bank, alleging violation of their rights in regard to a deposit dispute.
Foursome sue Greek shipper Sun Enterprises, alleging 'reckless captain' caused collision at sea
A group of four individuals is suing a Greek maritime employer doing business in Louisiana and its vessel, alleging damages in a 2014 offshore collision which the plaintiffs claim resulted in permanent injuries.
Family faults BP for death attributed to Deepwater Horizon incident
A family is suing a major oil company alleging negligence and wrongful death originating from their father and husband’s fatal workplace exposure to toxins in 2010.
Doctor sued by patient claiming bile duct improperly cut through during surgery
GRETNA – A local hospital and one of its doctors are being sued after a patient allegedly had his bile duct improperly severed during a gallbladder surgery.
Pit bull owner sued over alleged injuries to neighbor in attack
GRETNA – The owner of a pit bull that allegedly attacked a neighbor, injuring her is being sued. Thelma Jean Netter, and husband William Caruso Netter, filed suit against Harkeisha T. Young and her insurer in the 24th Judicial District Court on June 22.
Tulane Hospital sued over woman’s alleged injuries in slip and fall in cafeteria
NEW ORLEANS – A local hospital is being sued by a woman who claims she was injured after slipping and falling in its cafeteria.
Sam’s Club sued over woman’s alleged injuries in slip and fall on piece of watermelon
GRETNA – A local corporate retailer is being sued by a customer who claims she was injured after slipping and falling on a piece of watermelon. Maria Bonomo, and husband Sal Bonomo filed suit against Sam’s Club in the 24th Judicial District Court on June 22.
Plumbing problems result in lawsuit against former owners of home
GRETNA – A couple is suing a group of people who sold them a home without allegedly disclosing a serious plumbing problem. Heather Schuler Molay and Nunzio J.
Former Adams and Reese attorney sues claiming she was fired after discovering mold in office
NEW ORLEANS – A New Orleans-based law firm is being sued by a former attorney who claims she was exposed to mold that made her ill and then was fired after reporting the problem.
Pedestrian sues motorist accusing who allegedly startled her, causing fall on street
GRETNA – A pedestrian is suing a motorist who allegedly drove into her path causing her to fall into the street and injure herself. Wanda Johnson filed suit against Melissa Maffei and Go Auto Insurance Co. in the 24th Judicial District Court on June 23.
Disabled worker sues Treasure Chest Casino, alleging ADA violations
A disabled Texas woman is suing her former employer, alleging discriminatory termination in regard to her job loss.
New Orleans tile company sues for allegedly unpaid work
NEW ORLEANS – A tile company is suing a construction company for which it completed work, claiming that all work was done in a complete and timely manner, but that the defendant has failed to pay.
Credit card company sued customer over $25K bill
NEW ORLEANS – A credit card company is suing a cardholder claiming she ran up over $25,000 in debt and has refused to pay for it.
Lakeside Mall sued over alleged injury from slip in fall in soda
GRETNA – A local shopping mall is being sued by a patron who claims he was was injured in a slip and fall in a soda spilled in their food court.
Macy’s sued, woman claims she was injured after display collapsed on her
GRETNA – A corporate retailer is being sued by a woman who claims she was injured when a display collapsed on top of her.
Car dealership sued over alleged $2K breach of contract
GRETNA – An auto dealership is being sued for non-payment by a company that claims it was contracted for posting online ads.
Hyundai sued over motorists injuries after sunroof allegedly explodes
GRETNA – A motorist and her passenger are suing a car manufacturer claiming they were injured after the sunroof in the car they were riding in exploded.
LG Electronics sued over alleged damage to home from refrigerator fire
GRETNA – A property insurer is suing refrigerator manufacturer after one of its refrigerators allegedly failed and caused a fire in one of their client’s homes.
Mahalia Jackson Theater accused of causing fall due to improper lighting
NEW ORLEANS – A woman who allegedly fell and tripped at a show due to poor lighting is suing the Mahalia Jackson theater for personal damages stemming from her injury Patty Stone filed suit against Arts Center Enterprises - New Orleans LLC and the ABC Insurance Company in the Orleans Parish First Civil District Court on June 18, 2015. The plaintiff claims that that she was a patron of the Mahalia Jackson Theater on May 30, 2015, attending a dance recital in which her granddaughter was a partic