News from 2018
Cach LLC claims that it is owed more than $1,300
A company is seeking more than $1,300 in sums due.
Appeals court upholds dismissal of NISCO consolidated tax case
LAKE CHARLES – The Louisiana Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit issued an opinion May that upheld an order from the 14th Judicial District Court in Calcasieu Parish that decided procedural issues and ordered dismissal of a consolidated tax case involving taxpayer and Lake Charles electric generating company Nelson Industrial Steam Co. (NISCO) and the Louisiana Department of Revenue.
LADB hearing committee split over suspension for Baton Rouge attorney
NEW ORLEANS (Louisiana Record) — Baton Rouge attorney Doris McWhite Weston faces possible suspension following a split recommendation issued May 17 by a Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Board (LADB) hearing committee for allegedly converting funds owed to a third party.
Thibodaux attorney reinstated to active status after nearly 3 years of inactivity
NEW ORLEANS (Louisiana Record) — Thibodaux attorney David Grant Arceneaux has been restored to active status following a May 18 Louisiana Supreme Court order after almost three years on inactive status.
Baton Rouge attorney suspended after admitting misconduct in 2 client matters
NEW ORLEANS (Louisiana Record) — Baton Rouge attorney Raushanah Shakia Hunter has been suspended following a May 18 Louisiana Supreme Court attorney disciplinary proceeding after she stipulated to violating professional conduct rules in two client matters.
Federal court won't allow appeal of attorneys' fees dispute order stemming from Chinese-made drywall litigation
NEW ORLEANS – The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana denied a motion to appeal an attorneys’ fees allocation dispute order that arose as part of a Chinese-manufactured drywall products liability litigation, according to an order filed May 7.
Company being sued by New Orleans firm over distribution of confidential documents wins partial battle in court
NEW ORLEANS – An Iowa-based bonding company that allegedly distributed confidential information during a training session had several counts against it in suit filed by a New Orleans-based company dismissed according to a May 7 opinion with the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana.
Court dismisses suit alleging attempt to win concert tickets triggered unwanted marketing texts
NEW ORLEANS – A Louisiana woman’s attempt to win concert tickets that turned into a case involving the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) was dismissed in U.S. District Court in the Eastern District of Louisiana according to May 8 opinion.
State of Louisiana claims that Jefferson Parish woman owes it over $150,000
The State of Louisiana is seeking more than $150,000 from a Jefferson Parish resident.
Capital One is seeking more than $4,000 from Jefferson Parish man
Capital One claims that it is owed more than $4,000.
Crescent City Construction & Renovation LLC accused of failing to pay over $9,000 for supplies
Two companies are seeking over $9,000 from a customer.
Woman claims that she tripped and fell at Walgreens store
A woman claims that she was injured at a Walgreens store.
Bellemont Apartment Homes accused of negligence after woman allegedly fell through floor
A woman is seeking damages after she allegedly fell through the floor of her home.
Cach LLC claims that it is owed more than $1,100
A company claims that it is owed more than $1,100.
Cach LLC claims that it is owed more than $1,000
A financial company is seeking more than $1,000 in sums due.
Outfront Media LLC claims that it is owed more than $28,000
A company is seeking more than $28,000 in sums due.
Nunez Community College claims that it is owed more than $1,000
A community college is seeking more than $1,000 from a Louisiana resident.
American Express is seeking nearly $30,000 from a Louisiana resident
American Express claims that an individual owes it more than $29,000.
Orleans Civil District Court Judge Clare Jupiter succumbs to stroke complications
NEW ORLEANS – New Orleans Civil District Court Judge Clare Jupiter has passed away due to complications from a stroke, according to The Times-Picayune.
Lawsuit claims gender discrimination against Caddo Correctional Center
A woman has filed a gender discrimination lawsuit against Caddo Correctional Center for promoting a man she previously hired to a position they both sought.