News from May 2016
Louisiana attorney general condemns climate change subpoenas as violation of free speech
BATON ROUGE – Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry and others recently criticized subpoenas issued by attorneys general around the country as prosecutorial overreach and an effort to silence dissent in the debate over climate change.
Disabled man alleges shopping center fails to comply with ADA rules
NEW ORLEANS — A Jefferson Parish man is suing the owner of a Harvey shopping center, alleging it discriminates against disabled people.
Docking provider alleges vessel operator, charterer owe nearly $60,000
NEW ORLEANS — A Louisiana vessel docking provider is suing a vessel operator and charterer, alleging non-payment of obligation.
Two workers allege cleaning services' negligence led to injuries
NEW ORLEANS — Two employees are suing two cleaning services, alleging negligence in that insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.
Light manufacturer accuses Arkansas business of trademark infringement
NEW ORLEANS — A New Orleans light manufacturer is suing an Arkansas corporation, alleging the defendant caused confusion, mistakes and deception about the source or origin of its products.
Ex-employee accuses offshore energy company of discriminatory practices
LAFAYETTE — A Houma man is suing an energy company, alleging racial discrimination and wrongful termination.
Fired cashier accuses O'Reilly Automotive of sexual discrimination
BATON ROUGE — An East Baton Rouge Parish woman is suing O'Reilly Automotive Stores., alleging sexual discrimination, harassment and retaliation.
Suit filed to put an end to Louisiana's naturalized citizens voting law
BATON ROUGE – With the presidential election fast approaching, two advocacy groups have filed a class-action lawsuit, hoping to put a stop to a century-old voter registration law in Louisiana they say discriminates against immigrant citizens.
As inmates languish in jail without public defenders, lawsuits start rolling in
NEW ORLEANS –Two New Orleans attorneys recently filed lawsuits on behalf of four inmates who have been incarcerated for months following their arrests without representation, victims of a budget crisis that has resulted in a lengthy waiting list for public defender services.
Bill that could cost Two Canal Street Investors millions scheduled for May 23 House hearing
NEW ORLEANS – Representatives of Two Canal Street Investors plan to address a state House committee considering a bill that could cost the company millions of dollars to maintain its lawsuit against the city of New Orleans over development of the World Trade Center, a company attorney says.
2nd Circuit Appeals Court judge didn't think twice about running for re-election
SHREVEPORT– A long-standing Second Circuit appeals judge said there was never any doubt that he would seek re-election.
Metairie woman claims she was injured by falling boxes in Dollar General
GRETNA – A Metairie woman is suing Dollar General after she claims she was injured when her manager allegedly allowed a box to fall on her shoulder.
Xarelto user alleges drug caused internal injuries
NEW ORLEANS – A Virginia woman alleges that a drug used to treat deep venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism caused internal bleeding.
Driver alleges Alabama man caused crash
LAFAYETTE – A Lafayette woman alleges an Alabama man caused an accident in Lafayette Parish that caused her injuries.
Former Golden Nugget Lake Charles employee alleges she was retaliated against
LAKE CHARLES – A female surveillance supervisor is suing her former employer alleging she was forced to resign because of sexual harassment.
Gulf of Mexico oil producer fined $4 million for violating federal regulations
NEW ORLEANS — After pleading guilty to violating offshore oil production safety and environmental regulations, a district court judge sentenced Energy Resource Technology GOM (ERT) to three years of probation, and ordered the company to pay a $4 million fine and a $200,000 community service payment last week.
Mental health professionals accuse health care providers of unfair competition
BATON ROUGE — Two Louisiana licensed mental health professionals are suing mental health providers, alleging unjust enrichment in creating unfair competition.
Nurse accuses medical center of discrimination
SHREVEPORT — A black female nurse is suing a Springhill medical facility, alleging racial discrimination led to her being fired.
National Motorists Association says New Orleans Red Light suit exposes corruption
NEW ORLEANS - A group of New Orleans residents are suing the city over its red light camera program, and a national driver advocacy group says the suit will expose more of the issues with these sorts of cameras.
Equal pay bill may have trouble clearing Louisiana House
BATON ROUGE – Although hardly anyone would argue against men and women earning equal pay, a new bill by state Sen. JP Morrell (D-Dist. 3) met opposition by the National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB) and other state senators earlier this year.