News from September 2016
TransUnion LLC, government agency accused of violating credit law
LAFAYETTE — A former National Guard soldier is alleging wrongful debt collection.
Diocese of Lafayette, clergy accused of violating confession doctrine
LAFAYETTE — A Roman Catholic is suing over the alleged violation of the secrecy of confession.
Katie’s Restaurant & Bar accused of hostile work environment, retaliation
NEW ORLEANS — A fryer is suing Katie’s Restaurant & Bar, a restaurant operator, alleging hostile work environment and retaliation.
Deckhand says Jubilee Towing LLC didn't provide seaworthy vessel
NEW ORLEANS — A deckhand is suing Jubilee Towing LLC, a vessel owner, alleging negligence and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Kulaga Construction Company among defendants accused of owing money
LAKE CHARLES — An electrical supplier claims it is owed more than $85,000.
Louisiana Children’s Medical Center accused of violating wage laws
NEW ORLEANS — A PBX operator has filed a class-action lawsuit alleging that her former employers violated wage laws.
Fidelity Investments Institutional Services Company accused of not providing full accounting
NEW ORLEANS — An alternate payee is suing Fidelity Investments Institutional Services Company Inc., a holder of retirement accounts, citing alleged violation of pay laws.
Woman claims dental negligence by Dr. Mitchell A. Pierce led to need for more surgeries
GRETNA – A woman is seeking damages following alleged complications from dental surgery.
Woman blames Walmart for alleged fall on wrinkled mat
GRETNA – A woman is alleging that she fell due to a wrinkled mat in a Walmart.
Hard Rock Construction accused of causing damages
GRETNA – A company is seeking damages, claiming that its property was damaged due to another's negligence.
A man claims that he slipped and fell in a Wendy's
GRETNA – A man claims a slip and fall was the fault of Wendy's International Inc.
Man claims he was stabbed at Swamp Room Bar & Grill
GRETNA – A man is seeking damages, claiming that he was stabbed while at Swamp Room Bar & Grill.
Woman says Target responsible for slip-and-fall injuries
GRETNA – A woman allegedly slipped and fell in a Target store and is seeking damages.
ENSA Ocean Shipping accused of failing to pay
GRETNA – A shipping company is being sued for alleged failure to pay.
Woman blames dog owners for attack
GRETNA – A woman's lawsuit alleges she was attacked by a loose dog.
Man blames Ochsner Clinic Foundation for elevator injuries
GRETNA – A man is seeking damages for injuries he allegedly sustained while at a hospital.
Woman blames Cox Communications Louisiana for fall over exposed cable
GRETNA – A woman is seeking damages after allegedly tripping over an exposed cable.
Lawyer in Jefferson Parish scandal eligible to practice law again, with concessions
NEW ORLEANS – On Sept. 6, the Supreme Court of Louisiana addressed the readmission application of Thomas G. Wilkinson, who was suspended from the practice of law in Louisiana.
Study author argues for changes in Louisiana consumer protection law
Changes aimed at curbing the number and breadth of lawsuits must be introduced to prevent the abuse of the current consumer protection law, a study of Louisiana’s consumer protection law concludes.
Home Depot shopper alleges that a bag broke, dropped items and injured foot
GRETNA – A woman claims her toe was fractured after items fell out of a broken shopping bag.