News from August 2019
Free speech is core of Louisiana attorney's suit challenging bar membership requirement, expert says
A Louisiana attorney has filed a federal lawsuit challenging the requirement that anyone who practices law in the state much join the Louisiana State Bar Association.
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana: Actions Taken on Aug. 5
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana reported the following activity on Aug. 5 in the suits below:
Aug. 5: U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana docket for "personal injury" cases
The following cases categorized as "personal injury" cases were on the docket in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana on Aug. 5. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Louisiana ranked one of the worst states for business, new report says
A new report from CNBC ranks Louisiana as one of America's worst states for business.
MOULEDOUX BLAND LEGRAND BRACKETT: Louisiana Supreme Court Rules Choice of Pharmacy Suit Premature
In Soileau v. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., 2019-C-0040 (La. 06/26/19), a workers’ compensation matter, the Louisiana Supreme Court vacated a judgment of the Third Circuit Court of Appeal and held that a choice of pharmacy suit was both premature under La. R. S. 23:1314 and failed to present a judiciable controversy.
ATTORNEY'S OFFICE OF LOUISIANA: Justice Department Launches National Public Safety Partnership With Baton Rouge Police Department
Department of Justice's Bureau of Justice Assistance, the United States Attorney's Office, Middle District of Louisiana, the Baton Rouge Police Department, and many other local, state and federal partners, convened in Baton Rouge, LA to initiate the National Public Safety Partnership (PSP) program.
ATTORNEY'S OFFICE OF LOUISIANA: New Orleans Tax Preparer Pleads Guilty To Failing to Declare More Than $695,000 in Income on Tax Return
U.S. Attorney Peter G. Strasser announced that QUINCY E. IRVIN, age 41 of New Orleans, Louisiana pled guilty on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 to a one count Bill of Information for making false statements on an income tax return in violation of Title 26, United States Code, Section 7206.
RESET Louisiana's Future pushes gubernatorial candidates to focus on issues over rhetoric
Three government watchdog groups have launched an organization calling for election-year candidates – particularly those running for governor – to focus on education, state finances, criminal justice/public safety and transportation/infrastructure.
Plaintiff fails to prove he was entitled to larger benefits payout from Sun Life Assurance Co.
NEW ORLEANS – The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit affirmed summary judgment for Sun Life Assurance Co. in a case in which it was accused of miscalculating benefits on a work-related injury claim for more than a decade.
Appeals court rules on Nabors Offshore Corp. bankruptcy case after filing puts stop to Whistler Energy drilling project
NEW ORLEANS – The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit has ironed out a case between parties whose contract was terminated after one of the companies filed bankruptcy.
Attorney Boudreaux challenges mandatory bar membership due to organization's advocacy role
Louisiana lawyer Randy Boudreaux is suing the The Louisiana Bar Association (LSBA) because he does not think that membership should be mandatory.
FORMAN WATKINS & KRUTZ LLP: FormanWatkins Welcomes New Associate to New Orleans Office
The Firm is proud to welcome Trey Williams to our New Orleans office!
LOUISIANA ATTORNEY GENERAL: Several Child Products Recently Recalled, Attorney General Jeff Landry Cautions Consumers
Attorney General Jeff Landry is dedicated to making Louisiana a safer place for all citizens, especially our State's youth.
Case activity for Cheryl A Corkran vs Sanofi Aventis US LLC on Aug. 9
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana reported the following activities in the suit brought by Cheryl A Corkran against Sanofi Aventis US LLC on Aug. 9.
Case activity for Quinisha Lawrence vs Aaron X on Aug. 9
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana reported the following activities in the suit brought by Quinisha Lawrence against Aaron X, Hertz Local Edition Corporation and The Hertz Corporation on Aug. 9.
Case activity for Sandra K. Racca vs The Prudential Insurance Company of America on Aug. 9
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana reported the following activities in the suit brought by Sandra K. Racca against The Prudential Insurance Company of America on Aug. 9.
Case activity for Christopher Rowland vs Centex Corporation on Aug. 9
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana reported the following activities in the suit brought by Christopher Rowland, Matthew Rowland and Susan Rowland against Centex Corporation, Eagle, Inc. and Lake Forest, LLC on Aug. 9.
Court activity on Aug. 9: Certain Underwriters at Lloyds London Subscribing to Certificate AMR-36866-03 vs Amrisc, LLC
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana reported the following activity in the suit brought by Certain Underwriters at Lloyds London Subscribing to Certificate AMR-36866-03 against United Specialty Insurance Company on Aug. 9.
Case activity for Brandon Thornton vs Joyce Rogers on Aug. 9
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana reported the following activities in the suit brought by Brandon Thornton against Joyce Rogers, Liberty Personal Insurance Company, Progressive Gulf Insurance Comapny and Ridge Rogers on Aug. 9.
Aug. 2: U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana docket for "motor vehicle" cases
The following cases categorized as "motor vehicle" cases were on the docket in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana on Aug. 2. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact: