News from November 2022
Federal judge rules inmate care at David Wade Correctional Center is inhumane, unconstitutional
A federal judge has ruled that David Wade Correctional Center (DWCC) in Homer, La., has violated the constitutional rights of inmates through inhumane conditions and a failure to provide adequate mental health care.
The truth is, companies like BlackRock quickly amassed enormous power
The truth is, companies like BlackRock quickly amassed enormous power because of a low-cost business model that encouraged investors to take a passive role in saving for their retirement.
November to compete for the coveted title of the 2022 Grizzliest Guy
Taylor Porter Partner, Trey Tumminello, is Geauxing Grizzly during the month of November to compete for the coveted title of the 2022 Grizzliest Guy.
November 8, 2022 Elections
United States Attorney Duane A. Evans announced that Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) M. Irene González will coordinate her Office’s efforts in connection with the Justice Department’s nationwide Election Day Program for the upcoming November 8, 2022, general election.
U.S. Attorney Brandon B. Brown Announces Election Day Program to Prevent Voter Fraud and Protect Voting Rights
United States Attorney Brandon B. Brown announced today that Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) Cytheria Jernigan and Karen King will lead the efforts of this office in connection with the Justice Department’s nationwide Election Day Program for the upcoming November 8, 2022, general election.
Chemical company sues Livingston Parish for blocking carbon sequestration project
A company planning to build a $4.5 billion clean energy complex in southeast Louisiana is suing Livingston Parish after parish officials passed a measure that blocks seismic tests and other preparations for sequestering carbon dioxide.
Metairie attorney challenging legality of Biden administration's loan forgiveness plan
A Metairie attorney is suing to overturn the Biden administration’s student loan forgiveness plan, arguing that the federal action violates the Constitution’s separation-of-powers doctrine and represents “an arbitrary and capricious wealth transfer.”
Proposed Amendments to District Court Rules: 30-day Public Comment Period
Proposed Amendments to District Court Rules: 30-day Public Comment Period.
Taylor Porter is honored to support the Iris Domestic Violence Center
Taylor Porter is honored to support the Iris Domestic Violence Center.
Federal judge's order calls for law firm to be fined for questionable hurricane filings
A federal judge in Louisiana has ordered a Houston law firm to be fined $200 for each duplicate, dismissed or otherwise problematic lawsuit it has filed stemming from damage caused by Hurricanes Laura and Delta in 2020.
Louisiana's High Court Rules Unanimous Jury Requirement Not Retroactive
Louisiana's High Court Rules Unanimous Jury Requirement Not Retroactive.
Proposal to Enact New Language Access Rule in Rules of Supreme Court of Louisiana (Part G, General Administrative Rules for All Louisiana Courts)
Proposal to Enact New Language Access Rule in Rules of Supreme Court of Louisiana (Part G, General Administrative Rules for All Louisiana Courts).