News from 2018
Louisiana attorney general alleges governor's bid to appoint commission member is unlawful
SHREVEPORT — Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry is alleges the state's gubernatorial changes relating to filling vacancies on the Red River Waterway Commission are unlawful and could be subject to a challenge.
Injured shopper claims she slipped and fell at New Orleans Walmart
NEW ORLEANS – Shawanda Henderson filed a complaint on Sept. 14, in Orleans Parish Civil District Court, against Walmart, claiming she slipped on spilled liquid inside the store and injured herself.
Collins Asset Group seeks more than $33,000
GRETNA – Collins Asset Group filed a complaint on July 13 in the 24th Judicial District Court against James Wharton, alleging that the defendant has failed to pay off a balance of $33,188.21 plus interest.
Louisiana hospital sued by woman claiming she slipped and fell down
GRETNA – Melissa Nellon filed a complaint on Sept. 21 in the 24th Judicial District Court against Ocshner Medical Center-West Bank Hospital.
Eminent domain case over Louisiana harbor returned to state Supreme Court
NEW ORLEANS — An eminent domain case involving the St. Bernard Port, Harbor & Terminal District is sent back to the Louisiana Supreme Court for review. The courts must now determine: Was the property value fair?
Medical malpractice suit dismissed, sent back to lower court
NEW ORLEANS — An appeal filed by the family of a woman who died in 2010 after receiving care has been dismissed by a Louisiana appeals court. Family of Elaine Kirt did not file appeal for new trial in timely manner, according to the ruling.
Louisiana appeals court reverses in part worker's compensation claim against Terminix
NEW ORLEANS — A Louisiana appeals court has reversed part of a ruling from a worker's compensation judge over a former employee's claim against Terminix.
University Health Shreveport nurse files sexual harassment lawsuit against hospital
SHREVEPORT — A University Health Shreveport nurse is suing the hospital after she claims she was ostracized for notifying human resources of alleged sexual harassment by her supervisor that included alleged sexual comments and inappropriate touching.
SEC files 'cherry picking' complaint against Lafayette financial adviser
LAFAYETTE – The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has filed a complaint against a Louisiana financial adviser alleging that the company was involved in a "cherry picking" scheme, stealing millions from clients.
University of New Orleans is seeking more than $3,200
NEW ORLEANS – A university is seeking more than $3,200 in sums due.
Deadline missed in appeal of judgment in St. Anne Lodging robbery case
An appeal from a group of men who were beaten and robbed while staying at an Orleans Parish hotel has been dismissed by a Louisiana court.
State claims couple owes it more than $51,000
GRETNA – The state of Louisiana is seeking more than $51,000.
St. Bernard Parish Council's insurance firm is not liable for defamation claim
On Sept. 7, Louisiana’s Fourth District Court of Appeals affirmed the district court order granting summary judgment to the insurance company for St. Bernard’s Parish government, noting that the insurance policy clearly stated it did not cover defamation and negligence claims.
Louisiana claims borrowers owe more than $94,000
GRETNA – The State of Louisiana is seeking more than $94,000.
Ally Financial files court action seeking over $32,000
GRETNA – A financial company is seeking damages for more than $32,000.
DNF Associates is seeking over $3,700 in sums due
GRETNA – An LLC is seeking over $3,700.
Student owes more than $4,000, university says
The University of Louisiana accuses a student of not paying a bill for tuition, room and board.
Construction company owes more than $17,000, lawsuit claims
An air conditioning company accuses a construction firm of nonpayment.
Alleged college debt leads to litigation
A student faces a lawsuit from a community college over an alleged debt.
JHPDE Finance 1 is seeking over $4,400 in sums due
GRETNA – A financial company is seeking over $4,400 in sums due.