News from July 2017
New Orleans judge at the center of lawsuit over bail issuing practices
A federal lawsuit was recently filed against Orleans Parish Magistrate Judge Harry E. Cantrell by two civil rights groups.
St. John the Baptist Parish files suit against 13 oil and gas companies
In April, St. John the Baptist Parish became the sixth Louisiana entity to file suit against state oil and gas companies, alleging damages to its coast and its wetlands.
After camper dies of heat stroke, National Guard Youth Camp faces lawsuit
The parents of a Louisiana teenager who died at a U.S. National Guard youth camp have filed a lawsuit against the camp.
Federal appeals court favors whistle-blowers by enhancing definition of 'good faith
In a recent whistle-blower case, the U.S Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit broadened the Louisiana Environmental Whistle-Blower Act's definition of
Equifax Inc., Navy Federal Credit Union alleged to have reported inaccurate information on credit report
LAFAYETTE – A Leesville consumer alleges that she has been damaged by inaccurate information on her credit report.
Texas man alleges he was injured when disembarking charter fishing vessel
NEW ORLEANS – A Texas man alleges he needed surgery to treat a broken ankle that was caused by the slippery conditions of a dock.
Pedestrian alleges negligence against Iberville Parish Sheriff's Department deputy after collision
BATON ROUGE — A pedestrian has filed a suit against a deputy of the Iberville Parish Sheriff's office after she was struck.
Wrights National Flood Insurance Co. alleged to have undervalued damage claim for Zachary property
BATON ROUGE – The owners of a Zachary property have filed suit against their insurer seeking reimbursement for flood damages allegedly sustained by the property.
Dixon Correctional Center inmate alleges officer used excessive force
BATON ROUGE – A disabled man currently incarcerated at the Dixon Correctional Center alleges a correctional officer used excessive force.
Discover claims Jefferson Parish resident owes over $7,500
GRETNA – Discover Bank is seeking damages for an open account.
Jefferson Parish man allegedly failed to pay Discover card
GRETNA – Discover Bank is seeking more than $3,000.
Discover Bank is seeking more than $5,000 from Jefferson Parish man
GRETNA – A man is being sued for sums due on an open account.
Jefferson Parish woman claims she slipped and fell at Rouse's restaurant
GRETNA – A Jefferson Parish woman is seeking damages for a slip and fall in a restaurant.
American Express claims it is owed over $30,000
GRETNA – American Express is seeking over $33,000 on an open account.
Bertucci Contracting Co. employee alleges he was injured on job
NEW ORLEANS – A man alleges he remains unfit and incapable of returning to his duties after an accident on a vessel.
Boyce Family Holdings alleges it is owed more than $300,000 for promissory notes
NEW ORLEANS – The holder of four promissory notes alleges an Indiana man has failed to pay them in full.
Former First Emanuel Homes of New Orleans tenant alleges concerns were not addressed about wall outlet
NEW ORLEANS – A disabled former tenant of a New Orleans apartment alleges the property owner subjected him to unlawful treatment and discrimination.
Galliano Marine Service employee alleges he contracted infection while working
NEW ORLEANS – A Jones Act seaman alleges he contracted a bacterial infection while working aboard a vessel.
Detainees allege Orleans Parish magistrate judge imposes secured bonds that they cannot pay
BATON ROUGE – Two detainees have filed a class-action lawsuit against a magistrate judge over allegations that the judge unlawfully imposes secured financials conditions of release in an amount arrestees cannot afford to pay.
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Plaquemine Police Department sued over deadly confrontation
Shannon Battiste, an attorney, feels that there is a clear culprit responsible for the demise of his client.