News from May 2019
Judge grants summary judgment to musical duo Macklemore and Ryan Lewis in copyright suit
NEW ORLEANS – International music duo Macklemore and Ryan Lewis prevailed in a summary judgment motion after a New Orleans musician accused Lewis of stealing his music.
Bill would enable victims who settle sexual harassment suits with state officials to discuss their allegations
A new bill is on the table in the Louisiana state legislature that would allow sexual harassment victims who settle with state officials to speak out about their experiences.
Judge denies Team Contractor's motion to strike jury in dispute with project subcontractors
NEW ORLEANS – On April 9, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana denied a contracting company’s motion to strike a jury in its breach of contract case against a property company, finding that it agreed to a jury trial.
Investigator who drew gun during civil action raid on physician's office has qualified immunity, court rules
NEW ORLEANS – An investigator who allegedly broke down the doors of a medical clinic during a search is protected under qualified immunity in a case filed by a doctor citing unlawful detention, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit ruled.
TAYLOR PORTER BROOKS PHILLIPS LLP: Darwin Featured in BRBA Member Spotlight Q&A
Taylor Porter attorney Caroline Darwin is featured in the Baton Rouge Bar Association newsletter and Member Spotlight Q&A, discussing her early career experience at Taylor Porter; education and law school background; community outreach; and advice for young lawyers.
TAYLOR PORTER BROOKS PHILLIPS LLP: Seiter Ranked Among Nation’s Top Tier in Healthcare Law by Clients, Chambers USA 2019
Taylor Porter Partner and Healthcare Practice Leader Patrick Seiter was ranked in the nation's top tier, Band 1, in healthcare law by clients and the Chambers USA 2019 rankings.
Baton Rouge attorney suspended for allegedly assisting non-lawyers to practice law
NEW ORLEANS (Louisiana Record) — Baton Rouge attorney Dante Jerome Butler is on partially deferred suspension following a May 8 Louisiana Supreme Court attorney disciplinary proceeding over allegations he improperly shared legal fees earned by non-attorneys at a quasi-legal center in St. Tammany Parish.
Kenner attorney on partially deferred suspension over alcohol-related arrests dating to 1993
NEW ORLEANS (Louisiana Record) — Kenner attorney John Julius Steger IV is on partially deferred suspension following a May 8 Louisiana Supreme Court attorney disciplinary proceeding over multiple alcohol-related arrests stretching back to 1993.
May 13: 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 May 13. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Case activity for William Warlow vs Charity Cooper on May 13
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana reported the following activities in the suit brought by William Warlow against Charity Cooper, Dane Humphries and Dane's Fencing & Decking, LLC on May 13:
Case activity for Trevita Jackson vs North American Transport Services, L.L.C. on May 13
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana reported the following activities in the suit brought by Trevita Jackson and Wilbert Thomas against North American Transport Services, L.L.C., North American Transportation and Starr Indemnity & Liability Company on May 13:
May 13: U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana docket for "labor" cases
The following cases categorized as "labor" cases were on the docket in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana on May 13. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Court activity on May 13: Deborah A. Gaudet vs Howard L. Nations
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana reported the following activity in the suit brought by Deborah A. Gaudet and Ray D. Gaudet against Howard L. Nations, Joseph A. Motta, Nicks Law Firm, LLC, Rueb & Motta and Rueb Law Firm on May 13.
Case activity for Bellwether Enterprise Real Estate Capital, LLC vs christopher jaye on May 13
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana reported the following activities in the suit brought by Bellwether Enterprise Real Estate Capital, LLC against christopher jaye and kristi morgan on May 13:
May 13: U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana docket for "contract" cases
The following cases categorized as "contract" cases were on the docket in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana on May 13. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Federal judge rules Louisiana isn't proper venue for royalties lawsuit filed by The Dixie Cups heir
NEW ORLEANS — A federal judge agreed to dismiss a royalties lawsuit involving the estate of a deceased singer.
Judge dismisses excessive force suit against Houma City marshals
NEW ORLEANS — A federal judge has dismissed the Houma City Marshal’s Office from a lawsuit involving courthouse confrontations and allegations of excessive force.
Appeals court reverses 'failed business' declaration in Deepwater Horizon judgment
An appeals court placed fault with a district court in incorrectly ruling that a company was considered a “failed business” in its settlement agreement amid the 2010 BP oil spill payout and reversed and remanded a judgment.
Court rules that Dauphine Orleans Hotel failed to provide 'high degree of care' leading to guest's fall
NEW ORLEANS – A patron at a New Orleans hotel was owed a certain level of duty from the inn prior to his accidental fall, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana ruled on April 9.
5th Circuit agrees nursery creditors do not have seniority among liens on bankrupt farm
NEW ORLEANS – Two nurseries lost their appeal in an agricultural lien contest after the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit affirmed a district court’s ruling on April 10.