News from 2018
LVNV Funding LLC claims that it is owed more than $1,200
A company is seeking over $1,200 from a Marrero man.
LVNV Funding LLC claims that Jefferson Parish woman owes it more than $1,000
A funding company is seeking more than $1,000.
Navy Federal Credit Union claims that Westwego man owes it more than $23,000
A credit union is seeking more than $23,000 in sums due.
River Parish Disposal LLC claims that it is owed more than $20,000 for disposal services
A company is seeking more than $20,000 in sums due.
SMG and City of Kenner accused of negligence after man allegedly tripped over cables
A man is seeking damages after he allegedly fell at Pontchartrain Center in Kenner.
Unifund CCR LLC claims that it is owned nearly $5,000
A company is seeking more than $4,000 from a customer.
Class status granted in former Grand Isle Shipyard worker's wage case
NEW ORLEANS — The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana on May 3 conditionally granted a former Grand Isle Shipyard employee’s request for class certification in his lawsuit alleging the company violated wage laws by not paying employees for overtime work.
Chalk Paint maker granted partial summary judgment in case against US distributor
The maker of Chalk Paint was granted partial summary judgment by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana after suing its United States distributor alleging breach of contract.
Security board head survives ouster attempt, but questions raised about occupational licensing in Louisiana
BATON ROUGE — While the head of the state body charged with overseeing Louisiana's private security business survived a move to oust him, the controversy has helped focus attention on the regulation of workers in the state.
Court substantially limits damages in pipeline erosion case
A federal court judge has limited the damage award to landowners suing one of the country’s largest pipeline companies for land erosion damage to just $1,104.
Judge denies summary judgment in post office slip and fall
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana has denied a defendant’s motion for summary judgment in a case where a woman alleges she suffered serious injuries in a fall outside a U.S. Post Office facility where the walkway had not been adequately textured.
Court affirms dismissal of Air Force major's property tax claim
An active-duty Air Force major was denied a retrial in a property tax case, according to a May 9 opinion of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.
Sex offender files suit to stop NOPD from issuing arrest warrant
A registered sex offender has taken legal action against the New Orleans Police Department as it prepares to issue a warrant for his arrest for allegedly failing to pay the fees required to send postcards to his neighbors to inform them of his sex offender status, according to a complaint filed on May 8 in the U.S. District Court of the Eastern District of Louisiana.
Couple sues trucker, trucking company after April accident
A Louisiana couple has filed a lawsuit against a truck driver and trucking company for negligence after being involved in a car accident that reportedly resulted in injuries.
Coast Guard alleges illegal oil discharges at Frog Lake
The U.S. Justice Department filed a civil action on May 2 on behalf of the Coast Guard regarding the alleged unlawful release of oil waste. The case was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana.
Owner of private security firm claims board denied him due process in license revocation
The owner of a private security company seeks more than $2 million in damages from a state agency that oversees the industry in a May 2 complaint filed in U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana.
Gretna attorney doesn't participate in disciplinary hearing, suspension recommended
Gretna attorney Kevin Michael Steel faces possible suspension following a recommendation issued May 10 by a Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Board (LADB) hearing committee over allegations arising from a single client matter to which he failed to respond.
Capital One claims that an individual owes it more than $4,000
Capital One is seeking more than $4,000 in unpaid debt.
American Express claims that it is owed over $14,000 in credit card debt
American Express claims that it is owed more than $14,000 in credit card debt.
Barclay's Bank Delaware is seeking over $1,000
A bank is seeking more than $1,000 in sums due.