News from January 2018
Man claims he was operated on despite only agreeing to laser procedure
GRETNA – A man claims that he was subjected to a surgery that left him with a scar when he believed that it was simply to be a laser procedure.
Audit finds Jefferson Parish Finance Authority paid legal bills without proof of work
An audit report published Dec. 12 by the Jefferson Parish Office of the Inspector General (JPOIG) revealed that the Jefferson Parish Finance Authority (JPFA) paid legal bills that did not detail the services provided.
Man claims parts shop failed to pay for items as agreed
NEW ORLEANS – A man claims the owner of a parts shop breached contract.
A construction company claims that they were never paid
NEW ORLEANS – A construction company is seeking damages for an alleged breach of contract.
LOGA: From Edwards to Edwards
As I now start the process of transitioning from my role as President of the Louisiana Oil and Gas Association and into my new position as President Emeritus, I have taken the time to reflect on my years serving the oil and gas industry.
Individual claims she was victim of company's fraud
GRETNA –An individual is seeking damages after a company committed fraud.
Woman blames Seaside Behavioral Center for fall
GRETNA – A woman claims that she was caused to slip and fall at a health center.
Maker of Gold Bond Diabetic Cream accused of negligence
GRETNA – A man claims that he was caused to have an allergic reaction by Gold Bond Diabetic Cream.
Ochsner Medical Center accused of negligence
GRETNA – A woman claims that a hospital technician ignored her complaints that something was wrong while she was receiving a contrast dye injection and as a result she suffered long-term nerve damage.
Mino Marine accused of defamation, breach of contract
GRETNA –A man is seeking damages, claiming that a company breached a contract before they defamed him.
Driver allegedly looking for lighter pushes other car into tree
GRETNA –A woman claims that a driver caused her to drive into a tree.
Auto lease trust claims customer breached contract
NEW ORLEANS – A trust is seeking damages for a breach of contract.
Usual Suspects: Lawyers used to getting their way in MDL process to lead opioid litigation
CLEVELAND (Legal Newsline) - There will be a lot of familiar faces in U.S. District Judge Dan Polster’s courtroom in Cleveland on Jan. 31, when lawyers gather for a hearing on multidistrict litigation against the nation’s opioid manufacturers and distributors.
Woman sues Ochsner Medical Center over her premature birth
GRETNA –A woman is seeking damages claiming that her premature delivery was due to a medical team not taking her concerns seriously.
Gretna city employee allegedly backed into vehicle
GRETNA – A woman and her passenger claim a City of Gretna employee was to blame for a car crash.
Woman claims she was injured inside Louis Armstrong International Airport
GRETNA –A woman is seeking damages after she allegedly slipped and fell inside of the Louis Armstrong International Airport.
Willis Construction, worker accused of negligence in car crash
GRETNA –A woman is seeking damages after her vehicle allegedly was struck by a construction company worker.
Leson Chevrolet accused of unfair trade practices
GRETNA – A woman is seeking damages from a local car dealer, claiming that the company has failed to repair her car despite it still being under warranty.
Woman claims she was caused to slip and fall in casino bathroom
GRETNA – A woman was caused to slip and strike her head in a bathroom.
Woman seeks damages for fall in Piccadilly restaurant
GRETNA – A woman is seeking damages, claiming that she was injured in a restaurant.