News from September 2015
Ex-deckhands sue boat captain over alleged injuries
Three Orleans Parish residents, who were also deckhands, are suing their former boat captain and demanding a jury trial for injuries allegedly suffered during a crash on waters near Plaquemines Parish.
Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Co. claims worker suffered injuries off duty
An Illinois-based dredge and dock company is suing a Ville Platte resident claiming that he did not suffer any back and spine injuries while employed as a deckhand for the company.
Man files complaint for exoneration in alleged wrongful death lawsuit
A resident and airboat motor vessel owner in the Parish of Orleans is asking the court to clear him of any claims surrounding the death of a man after a fishing trip on his boat, claiming that his boat was safe and sturdy at the time of the accident.
Former and current employees sue over allegedly unpaid overtime
Former and current security shift supervisors of an integrated energy company in Killona claim they have not been paid for overtime hours for several years up to and including March, violating the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938.
Former manager sues Sho-Link Inc. over for age discrimination allegations
An ex-employee is suing Sho-Link Inc. over claims that he was fired because of his age, his medical condition and disability.
Auto insurer claims business broke work agreement
A New Orleans-based auto insurance provider is suing an insurance firm claiming it failed to live up to the terms of an agreement to sell insurance.
Walgreens sued over customer's alleged allergic reaction to medication
GRETNA – A man’s estate and his wife are suing a pharmacy chain after he was allegedly provided a medication that caused him to suffer an allergic reaction.
Condo association sued by woman claiming permanent disability after slip and fall
GRETNA – A condominium association is being sued by a woman claiming she is permanently injured after slipping and falling on the premises.
Contractor sued for over $16K by flooring company
GRETNA – A flooring company is suing a contractor claiming it was not paid for flooring materials and the installation of a floor in a commercial property.
Inmate files suit after allegedly suffering severe stab wounds in Orleans Parish Prison
NEW ORLEANS – An inmate who claims he was stabbed in prison by a group of inmates, allegedly with the complicity of a prison guard, is suing the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office.
Elevator maintenance company sued over woman’s alleged injuries after malfunction
GRETNA – A state employee who was allegedly injured when an elevator malfunctioned at her work is suing the company responsible for maintaining the elevator.
First Bank and Trust sued by a disabled service non-profit over loan repayment dispute
NEW ORLEANS – A non-profit organization created to assist those with disabilities is suing a local bank claiming they wrongfully sought immediate repayment on a loan.
Barriere Construction Co. sued insurer for $240K over silo collapse
GRETNA – A construction company is suing its insurer alleging it wrongfully denied a claim involving a collapsed silo.
Copeland’s sued by woman claiming she was injured in slip and fall
GRETNA – A local restaurant is being sued by a customer who claims she was severely injured after slipping and falling in water at the establishment.
Relatives of deceased sue St. John the Baptist Parish officers following alleged wrongful death of lieutenant
Four residents of St. John the Baptist Parish, La. are suing three of the parish's police officers over claims of the wrongful death of their relative.
I-FLOW and ABC Insurance sued over alleged negligence in I-FLOW product design
An Orleans Parish, La. husband and wife are suing a medical products manufacturer and its insurance provider over claims of negligence in product design.
Danrik Construction sued over alleged negligence during excavation
Two Colorado telecommunications companies are suing a Louisiana construction company over claims of negligence resulting in damaged cables.
Belk 401(k) Savings Plan sued over alleged unpaid benefits
A Greensboro, N.C. resident is suing an employee benefits plan over claims of unpaid benefits.
Louisiana boat rental company sues geochemistry business, alleging breach of contract
A Plaquemines Parish-based boat and ship rental company is suing a Texas-based geochemistry and environmental chemistry corporation, alleging breach of contract over boating rental fees of more than $500,000.
Louisiana woman sues orthopaedic company, alleging botched hip implant
A St. Tammany Parish woman is suing an orthopaedic and sales corporation, alleging a prosthesis in her right hip caused pain and discomfort.