News from 2015
Seaman cites commercial diving outfit in workplace accident
A seaman has sued his employer over an April maritime accident.
Company alleges insurer committed breach of contract
A Houma company has sued its insurance firm over a coverage issue.
Pair brings class action against Lumber Liquidators alleging faulty flooring
Two individuals brought a class action suit against a large home improvement company alleging breach of warranty in a matter originating in 2012. Joseph Roth and Dionne Vanardo filed a lawsuit individually and on behalf of all similarly situated persons against Lumber Liquidators Inc., headquartered in Virginia and doing business in Louisiana, in the U.S.
Steel fabricator sues for breach of contract over installation of security camera system
GRETNA – A security and surveillance company is being sued by a steel fabrication company for allegedly installing the wrong cameras at their business and then failing to correct the problem.
Harvey homeowner sues property insurer for allegedly undervaluing hailstorm damage
GRETNA – A property insurer is being sued by a Harvey homeowner who claims it undervalued the cost to repair damages to her home that occurred in a hailstorm.
Brad Pitt non-profit 'Make it Right Foundation' sued by recipient of new home claiming it is unlivable
NEW ORLEANS – Two individuals are suing a construction company claiming it delivered them an "unlivable" home.
Motorist driving Mercedes sues City of Gretna claiming branch fell on car
GRETNA – The City of Gretna is being sued by the owner of a Mercedes who claims that as she was driving a branch fell off a city owned tree, striking and damaging her car.
Loyola business student sues after allegedly being dismissed for a low grade
NEW ORLEANS – A former Loyola University New Orleans business student claims he was unfairly dismissed from the school following a low grade at a rough point in his life.
Retailer sued after clothing racks allegedly fell on, injured child
BATON ROUGE – A grandmother is suing a popular clothing store claiming her granddaughter was severely injured after clothing racks fell on top of her.
Drilling outfit cites breach of contract in offshore project
A St. Tammany Parish oil drilling operation brought suit against a defunct Texas firm in a matter originating in 2012. LLOG Exploration Offshore LLC filed a lawsuit against Newfield Exploration Company of Montgomery County, Texas, in the U.S.
Marine tow business claims client defaulted, sues for possession of ship
A maritime towing outfit brought a lawsuit against a marine vessel and a second towing business in an unresolved 2014 business matter, citing breach of contract and foreclosure of maritime liens. Kody Marine Towing Inc. filed a lawsuit against Marine Vessel Mr. Kevin, its equipment, appurtenances, furniture etc.; and Jefferson Marine Towing Inc., in the U.S.
Employee faults Aetna for failing to provide ERISA benefits
A woman brought suit against her employer’s insurance carrier in a workplace benefits matter originating in 2012. Monica Bourque of Milton filed a lawsuit against Aetna Life Insurance Company in the U.S.
Man pleads guilty to fraud, falsifying BP claim worth $192K
NEW ORLEANS – A Slidell shrimper is facing a possible 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to defrauding the Deepwater Horizon claim center of $192,000 by providing false income statements.
Man alleges police beating during traffic stop
An Orleans Parish man is suing a local police jurisdiction and several officers claiming he was injured during a traffic stop.
Builder claims breach of agreement by contractor
A construction company is suing over claims it has not been paid for work done on five projects.
Postal worker claims dog bit her, sues owner
BATON ROUGE – A U.S. postal worker is suing a Baton Rouge homeowner whose dog allegedly attacked her while delivering mail.
Carnival operator sued by mother who claims foot run over by ride
GRETNA – A mother who claims she was placing her son into a carnival ride when its operator started the machine in motion and ran over her foot is suing.
Woman sues for malpractice after leg clot misdiagnosed
NEW ORLEANS – A woman is suing Touro Infirmary claiming that after coming in to the ER and exhibiting stroke-like symptoms her physicians could not find anything wrong with her.