News from 2018
Plaquemines Parish likely to suffer if erosion suit succeeds, Louisiana Mid-Continent Oil and Gas Association says
The Plaquemines Parish Council has allowed plaintiff attorneys to file suit on its behalf against a number of oil, gas and pipeline companies accusing them of contributing to coastal erosion, but many Louisianans are not necessarily backing the initiative.
Louisiana Free Enterprise Institute not surprised by Plaquemines Parish poll regarding coastal erosion suits
The Louisiana Free Enterprise Institute (LFEI) recently said it is not surprised by the results of its recent survey of Plaquemines Parish residents that found most are against the Parish Council's participation in lawsuits that blames coastal erosion on oil, gas and pipeline companies.
Louisiana business group says Plaquemine Parish poll reflects frivolous nature of climate suits
A recent survey conducted by the Louisiana Free Enterprise Institute found that a majority or residents of Plaquemines Parish are siding with the energy industry regarding the Parish Council's participation in a lawsuit against gas and oil companies that seeks restitution for damages to wetlands.
Hearing committee recommends readmission for longtime disbarred Metairie attorney
NEW ORLEANS (Louisiana Record) — Longtime voluntarily disbarred Metairie attorney Michael Stephen Sepcich could be reinstated following a recent recommendation by a Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Board (LADB) hearing committee.
Southern Credentialing receives small payout in suit against Hammond Surgical Hospital
NEW ORLEANS — A Louisiana credentialing service has won its nearly 3-year-old lawsuit against health care providers in Hammond but won't see much payout as a result, a federal judge ruled last week.
Plaquemines Parish stands in defense of oil and gas companies
Plaquemines Parish government has allowed plaintiff attorneys to file suit on its behalf for coastal erosion against a number of oil, gas and pipeline companies, but locals in the parish are overwhelmingly opposed to the lawsuit.
Board recommends deferred suspension for New Orleans attorney accused of forgery
NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans attorney Alphonse M. Thompson Jr. faces a mostly deferred suspension following a recent recommendation by a Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Board hearing committee over allegations he forged a judge's signature to "pacify" his client.
Louisiana Lawsuit Abuse Watch study reveals economic impact of excessive litigation
A new Economic Benefits of Tort Reform report released by Louisiana Lawsuit Abuse Watch reveals civil court costs deriving from excessive litigation is gravely impacting the state economy.
Claiming malicious prosecution, woman seeks to recover damages
NEW ORLEANS — Believing that she was maliciously targeted for filing a sexual harassment claim, Tiffany Roberts and her children filed a complaint on Oct. 10 asking the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District State of Louisiana for relief for suffering and emotional distress.
Edward Jones & Co. asks court to confirm expungement of adviser's record
Believing that their employee's record should be cleared, Plaintiff Edward Jones & Co. asked the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana to uphold an arbitration award on Oct. 8
Baton Rouge firm owes indemity to California company for costs in asbestos exposure litigation
NEW ORLEANS — A Baton Rouge engineering firm must help pay the litigation costs a California-based fuel and lubricant additives company incurred fighting an asbestos exposure lawsuit, a U.S. District Court judge said in a recent order.
Federal judge rules against former Algiers school principal
NEW ORLEANS — A former Algiers school principal fighting a sexual harassment charge lost his bid to have the case against him dismissed last week when a federal judge declined to toss the lawsuit.
$1.3 million dispute between Capital One, liquor company continues
GRETNA — A Louisiana Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals recently dismissed an appeal because it “lacked jurisdiction to consider the merits of the appeal,” and remanded a case to the trial court for further proceedings, additionally denying the motion by defendant Capital One N.A., et al, to strike plaintiffs' brief and its motion to dismiss the appeal as moot.
Lawsuit claims Ford Motor Co. breached the Louisiana Products Liability Act
NEW ORLEANS — A lawsuit filed in a U.S. District Court on Oct. 3 alleges the failure of the components of a 2006 Ford Expedition, namely the failure of the side air bag, caused the death of a Tangipahoa Parish man in December 2017.
Tulane Education Fund administrators named in lawsuit
NEW ORLEANS — A lawsuit filed in a U.S. District Court against Administrators of the Tulane Education Fund by a former employee alleges violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Family Medical Leave Act, and the Fair Labor Standards Act.
TAYLOR PORTER BROOKS & PHILLIPS LLP: Taylor Porter to Receive Prestigious Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics
Taylor Porter is a proud recipient of a 2018 “Douglas Manship, Sr. Torch Award for Ethics in Business,” a prestigious honor bestowed by the Better Business Bureau of South Central Louisiana.
GCE Gas Control Equipment files lawsuit seeking over $8,500
GRETNA – A gas equipment company is seeking over $8,500.
Cach LLC is seeking more than $24,000
GRETNA – A financial company is seeking more than $24,000.
Collection agency says it is owed more than $4,500
GRETNA – A bank is seeking more than $4,500 in sums due.
Bank of America is seeking over $4,200 in sums due
GRETNA – Bank of America is seeking more than $4,200 in sums due.