News from March 2019
Man seeks damages after he says he fell at Treasure Chest Casino
GRETNA – A man claims that he fell on uneven ground at a casino.
Driver claims her car was hit by a Waste Connections garbage truck in Marrero
GRETNA – A woman has filed a lawsuit claiming she was struck by a trash truck driver who drove into her car.
Capital One is seeking more than $4,200 in sums due
GRETNA – Capital One alleges it is owed more than $4,200 on an unpaid account.
Bank of America files lawsuit seeking over $9,300
GRETNA – Bank of America is seeking more than $9,300 in sums due on an open account.
Capital One files legal action seeking over $3,800
GRETNA – Capital One is seeking more than $3,800 in sums due.
The Zoo Health Club patron claims he was injured when weight machine broke
GRETNA – A man is seeking damages claiming that he was injured while at a gym.
Select Physical Therapy patient claims she was injured when table collapsed
GRETNA – A woman is seeking damages after she allegedly was caused to fall from a physical therapy table that broke underneath her.
Disaster Recovery Unit files leagl action seeking $30,000
GRETNA – The State of Louisiana claims it is owed more than $30,000 from a misused grant.
GMFS alleges borrower owes over $149,000 on unpaid mortgage
GRETNA – GMFS LLC is seeking more than $149,000 in damages the company alleges a woman owes on her mortgage.
Assignee of Citibank seeks more than $27,000 on open account
GRETNA –A finance company claims that they are owed more than $27,000 in sums due on an open account.
LABI's Chauvin details true cost of direct action against insurance companies
According to a recent article by The Advocate, Louisiana -- which has long been known as "a judicial hellhole" -- is struggling amid a flood of auto insurance lawsuits.
Expert says direct action against insurance companies contributes to state's 'judicial hellhole' label
Being repeatedly named "a judicial hellhole," Louisiana has come under extreme scrutiny in recent years due to the lawsuit culture that causes auto insurance companies to face more claims here than in most other states in the U.S., according to The Advocate.
Baton Rouge attorney recommended for reinstatement after second domestic violence conviction
NEW ORLEANS — Baton Rouge attorney Stephen J. Holliday, suspended by the state bar following a domestic abuse conviction, may be conditionally reinstated following a recommendation issued by a Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Board hearing committee.
IP lawyer explains importance for composers to control their work
A number of New Orleans establishment have been sued for playing unlicensed music, according to The New Orleans Advocate.
Baton Rouge attorney suspended, Monroe attorney placed on probation in separate Supreme Court actions
NEW ORLEANS — A Baton Rouge attorney indefinitely suspended in January has been placed on a year's suspension while a Monroe attorney has been placed on probation following separate Louisiana Supreme Court attorney disciplinary proceedings held March 6.
ASCAP believes legal action is last measure to address establishments that play unlicensed music
A number of New Orleans bars are facing legal action for playing unlicensed music in their establishments, according to a report by The New Orleans Advocate.
Judge approves settlement with Bossier Parish Schools stemming from allegations of promoting religion
A federal judge has approved a settlement that states a public school in Louisiana has been promoting religious messages in the classroom.
ACLU applauds lawsuit against Orleans Parish District Attorney's office for allegedly issuing fake subpoenas
A judge is permitting a federal lawsuit alleging the use of fake subpoenas by the Orleans Parish District Attorney's office to go forward.
March 7: U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana docket for medical malpractice cases
The following medical malpractice-related cases were on the docket in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana on March 7. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
March 8: U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana docket for personal injury cases
The following personal injury-related cases were on the docket in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana on March 8. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact: