News from 2017
Orleans Parish woman claims she was injured after light fixture fell on her
NEW ORLEANS – A woman was allegedly struck by a falling light fixture.
120 West Partners seeks payment for work completed
NEW ORLEANS – A company seeks damages for sums due and breach of contract.
Orleans Parish resident accused of failing to pay on completed contract
NEW ORLEANS – A company is seeking damages for sums due on a completed contract.
Louisiana House of Representatives passes controversial free speech bill
The Louisiana House recently passed a free speech bill over concerns that controversial guests wouldn’t be allowed to speak at the state's public university campuses.
Director of East Baton Rouge Council on Aging accuses family of former client of defamation
The director of the East Baton Rouge Council on Aging has filed a defamation suit against the family of a former client.
Couple alleges RV has defects, seeks rescission of contract
LAFAYETTE – A Krotz Springs couple alleges that the recreational vehicle they purchased has defects that have not been repaired.
Driver accuses United Rentals North America of disability discrimination
BATON ROUGE – A man alleges an equipment rental company discriminated against him because of his disability.
Consumer claims she does not owe debt to Southwest Credit System
NEW ORLEANS – A New Orleans consumer claims a disputed debt on her credit report cost her pre-approval for a mortgage loan.
Property owners allege Stonegate Mortgage has not offered proof of ownership of note
NEW ORLEANS – The owners of a Mandeville property allege that a mortgage company unlawfully did not disclose that it had a financial interest in a promissory note.
Property owners allege damages because of claimed lack of ordinance enforcement
BATON ROUGE – A Mandeville couple alleges that their property was damaged because ordinance codes were not enforced on the work of a neighboring property.
East Baton Rouge Council on Aging allegedly broke state, federal campaign finance laws
The East Baton Rouge Council on Aging (COA) has allegedly used public funds to campaign for a dedicated $2.25 million tax that passed in 2016, according to a Louisiana Legislative Auditor’s Office report released earlier this month.
Lawyer cleared of murdering wife sues Baton Rouge Police Department, People Magazine
A Baton Rouge-based lawyer who has been cleared of involvement in his wife's murder is going forward with a series of lawsuits against the Baton Rouge Police Department (BRPD), the local district attorney's office and People Magazine.
Anthony Barre heir says music sampling industry crumbles if judge dismisses case against Beyoncé
The heir of a New Orleans comedian and musician filed a memorandum, opposing Beyoncé’s motion to dismiss a copy infringement lawsuit filed for her “Formation” video, noting that the music sampling industry could collapse if the case is thrown out.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO Louisiana allege price fixing by drug manufacturers
Federal and state enforcement entities have been investigating allegations of price fixing by generic drug companies and manufacturers, according to court documents.
Orleans Parish resident allegedly owes over $3,500
NEW ORLEANS – A financial company is seeking over $3,500 from an Orleans Parish customer.
Walgreens allegedly broke lease agreement conditions at New Orleans location
NEW ORLEANS – A company is seeking damages for a breach of contract.
Credit Acceptance alleges Orleans Parish resident owes over $12,000
NEW ORLEANS – A credit corporation is seeking damages for sums due.
New Orleans man alleges insurance company failed to pay for storm damage
NEW ORLEANS – A New Orleans man claims that his insurance company breached a contract and failed to pay him for storm damage to his home.
120 West Partners is seeking $30,000 for a shoring contract
NEW ORLEANS – A company seeks damages for sums due.
Jefferson Parish woman claims hostile workplace drove her to seek medical attention
NEW ORLEANS – A Jefferson Parish woman is seeking damages, claiming that her workplace was hostile.