News from June 2018
LADB recommends suspended Gretna attorney be disbarred
NEW ORLEANS (Louisiana Record) — Suspended Gretna attorney Juan Carlos Labadie faces possible disbarment following a June 21 Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Board (LADB) recommendation to the state Supreme Court over consolidated allegations that included attempting to unseat an incumbent judge during a Jefferson Parish election about four years ago.
LADB reprimands Baton Rouge attorney over alleged 'minor violation of the rules'
NEW ORLEANS — Baton Rouge Attorney George Allen Roth Walsh has been publicly reprimanded following a June 21 Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Board (LADB) ruling for allegedly practicing law while ineligible and not complying with state bar rules.
Disabled man sues Superdome, claims violations of American with Disabilities Act
NEW ORLEANS - A 30-year season ticket holder of the New Orleans Saints, who is disabled, claims he was discriminated against by the owners because they did not offer an unobstructed view of the field.
Judge dismisses wrongful death complaint against Clampett Industries
A Louisiana judge has granted two separate motions for summary judgement by defendants for a complaint brought on by a plaintiff and widow who alleges they caused her husband’s death.
Woman's lawsuit against Costco is transferred to federal court
BATON ROUGE – A lawsuit in which a woman alleged the contaminated smoothie drink she consumed caused her to contract Hepatitis A is being moved from a state to a federal court.
Successful Batson challenge leads to new trial in Fourth Amendment lawsuit
A Louisiana Judge has granted a new trial based on the Batson challenge.
Woman seeks damages following alleged fall at Walmart
NEW ORLEANS – A woman is seeking damages for an incident which took place at a Walmart.
Plaintiff claims woman's death is linked to Xarelto use
Louisiana Judges Eldon Fallon and Michael North have been requested to grant a wrongful death trial by jury over the fatal use of prescription medication.
Employee's PTSD-based complaint against Shell Oil, MetLife moves ahead
A Louisiana Judge ruled on motions to dismiss a complaint by combat war veteran, who alleged the wrongful denial of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder coverage.
First National Bank of Omaha seeks more than $32,000
NEW ORLEANS – A bank is seeking more than $32,000 in sums due.
Southern University seeks over $1,400 on open account
NEW ORLEANS – A university is seeking damages for more than for $1,400.
Man claims he fell due to negligence at Treasure Chest Casino
GRETNA – A man is seeking damages for an incident that he claims took place in a casino.
University of Louisiana files suit against former student
GRETNA – A university is seeking damages for sums due.
Delgado Community College claims former student owes over $700
GRETNA – A community college is seeking more than $700 in sums due.
Crescent City Surgical Centre seeks more than $32,000
GRETNA – A surgical center is seeking more than $30,000.
Maker of innovative roller system alleges Benton Energy stole trade secrets
If Cajun Services Unlimited LLC gets its way, its lawsuit filed against Benton Energy Service Company will end in the defendant being found in violation of trademark laws. The lawsuit was filed in U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana on June 14.
Woman accuses State of Louisiana, other entities of poisoning attempt, device implantation
NEW ORLEANS – A Louisiana woman claims a minor accident led to a broad conspiracy against her, including attempts to poison her and the implanting of a pain-causing device in her body.
PXP loses bid to dismiss case, citing lack of jurisdiction
A federal court denied oil company PXP Gulf Coast LLC's request to dismiss a lawsuit filed against it to recover plugging, abandonment and decommissioning costs.
Dufrene Building Materials claims $23,303 is owed under supply contract
GRETNA – A building materials company is seeking more than $23,000 allegedly owed under a building materials and lumber supply contract.
Barclays Bank Delaware files lawsuit to recover $1,697
GRETNA – Barclays Bank Delaware is seeking more than $1,600 allegedly owed on a Mastercard account.