News from February 2017
Property owner alleges Imperial Fire and Casualty has not paid claim
BATON ROUGE – A property owner alleges his insurer failed to tender payment for damages caused by rain and flooding.
General laborer alleges he was burned at Georgia-Pacific facility
NEW ORLEANS – A laborer alleges he was burned by hot ash while cleaning a facility in Zachary.
Plan beneficiary files suit plan administrator over life insurance policy
NEW ORLEANS – A woman alleges her claim for life insurance benefits was denied because an alleged breach of fiduciary duty.
Sen. Kennedy's son sued for allegedly throwing party at neighbors' house
MADISONVILLE — The son of U.S. Sen. John Kennedy (R-LA) may have landed in legal hot water for an alleged party held at a neighbor's house.
River Transport Services alleges tanker vessel caused damage of dock facility
NEW ORLEANS – A dock facility owner claims the facility was damaged by a tanker vessel.
Mortgage company alleges promissory note customer owes more than $75,000
GRETNA – A mortgage association is suing a customer, alleging damages for an unpaid promissory note.
Mortgage association says clients owe more than $160,000
GRETNA – A mortgage association is suing a Jefferson Parish couple, alleging an overdue promissory note.
St. James Parish president pleads not guilty to corruption charges, wants recusal of judges and district attorney
CONVENT, La. – St. James Parish President Timmy Roussel has asked for the recusal of all judges in the 23rd Judicial District and District Attorney Ricky Babin after being accused of using public money and workers for a private job.
Bank of America alleges promissory note customer owes money
GRETNA – Bank of America is suing a Jefferson Parish customer, alleging an overdue promissory note.
Wells Fargo alleges promissory note customer owes more than $140,000
GRETNA – Wells Fargo is suing a customer, alleging failure to pay off a promissory note.
Widow accuses AIG of breaching contract
GRETNA – A widow is suing an insurance provider, alleging breach of contract regarding the death of her husband.
Cajun Services Unlimited alleges Besco Tubular, Elite Energy violated Uniform Trade Secrets Act
NEW ORLEANS – A Gray company alleges two Houma businesses misappropriated its technology.
Mortgage company alleges customer owes more than $170,000
GRETNA – A mortgage company is suing a customer, alleging he owes more than $170,000.
Lawyer says Belle Chasse naval firefighter may have solid wrongful termination suit
NEW ORLEANS — A Belle Chasse naval firefighter is protesting his suspension for engaging in protected activities.
Bank alleges customers failed to pay off promissory note
GRETNA – A bank is suing a Jefferson Parish couple, alleging an unpaid promissory note.
Bank alleges church owes more than $1.8 million on promissory notes
GRETNA – A bank is suing a church, alleging failure to pay off two promissory notes for more than $1.8 million.
Customer blames Rooms To Go store for fall
GRETNA – An Orleans Parish woman is suing Rooms to Go, alleging the defendant's negligence caused her to fall.
Son blames insurance provider for mother's death
GRETNA – A son is suing an insurance provider, alleging it was responsible for his mother's death.
Lawsuit against Louisiana College could be settled
PINEVILLE, La. — A lawsuit between Louisiana College and its former president could be settled outside of court, according to reports.
Vigiliant Insurance claims DuraPro connector caused water damage to home
NEW ORLEANS – An insurance company is seeking damages after a home was allegedly damaged by the failure of a plumbing fixture.