News from August 2023
Waste disposal company challenges Louisiana permit restricting burning of explosives
An environmental permit restricting the burning of explosive hazardous waste at a plant near Colfax is facing challenges by the plant’s owner as well as a citizens group that has complained about the health effects of the plant’s operation.
Appeals court stays bond granted to former Louisiana judge convicted of sex crimes
A former Louisiana judge who was convicted of sex crimes against minors in 2020 is back in prison after an appeals court overturned a lower court decision granting Elzey “Jeffrey” Perilloux’s release from custody on a $300,000 bond.
Louisiana, Petroleum Institute sue Interior Department over offshore lease sale
The state of Louisiana, American Petroleum Institute and Chevron last week filed a federal lawsuit against the U.S. Department of the Interior secretary and other officials over what the plaintiffs say were last-minute changes to a major offshore lease sale.
Justice Department Awards $375,000 to Area Foundation to Prevent and Reduce Violent Crime in Baton Rouge
U.S. Attorney Ronald C. Gathe, Jr. announced that TRUCE has received $375,000 from the Department of Justice’s Office of Justice Programs and its component, Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention.
Congratulations to Edward J. Walters, Jr. and C.A. “Hap” Martin III
Congratulations to Edward J. Walters, Jr. and C.A. “Hap” Martin III, who received the nominations for LSBA President-Elect (2024-25) and LSBA Secretary (2025-27), respectively!
Louisiana appeals court upholds law suspending filing deadlines in sex abuse claims
In a win for plaintiffs in child sexual abuse cases, a Louisiana appeals court has affirmed the constitutionality of a 2021 state law allowing accusers to file lawsuits that were previously barred by a statute of limitations.
42 Deutsch Kerrigan Attorneys Recognized in the 2024 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch
Deutsch Kerrigan is pleased to announce that thirty-five of the firm’s attorneys are recognized in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®.
Infrastructure bill allows Louisiana to cap more tan 500 orphaned oil, gas wells
The tens of millions of dollars in federal infrastructure funds flowing into Louisiana have led to the capping of more than 500 orphaned oil wells in the first half of the year – a record the governor says will be transformational for the state’s environment.
Louisiana energy regulators to decide on rule barring oil well venting, flaring
The Louisiana Department of Natural Resources in the weeks ahead will decide whether to advance a rule to end routine venting and flaring of oil wells around the state – something environmentalists say will put the brakes on climate change.
13 MBLB Attorneys Included in Best Lawyers 2024
Mouledoux, Bland, Legrand & Brackett is pleased to announce that six attorneys have been selected for The Best Lawyers in America 2024 and seven for Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch 2024 in the practice areas of Admiralty and Maritime Law, Insurance Law, Transportation Law, and Workers’ Compensation Law – Employers.
Sixteen Ogletree Deakins Attorneys Named Best Lawyers® 2024 “Lawyer of the Year”
Ogletree Deakins, one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, is pleased to announce that 16 of the firm’s attorneys have been recognized as a Best Lawyers® 2024 “Lawyer of the Year”.
Thirty-Three Taylor Porter Attorney’s Named Best Lawyers in America
Thirty-three Taylor Porter attorneys are recognized by their peers in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America.
AstraZeneca sues Louisiana attorney general to stop enforcement of state law on discounted drugs
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals is suing Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry in federal court, alleging a state law that took effect Aug. 1 interferes with federal policies governing pricing caps on certain outpatient medications.
New Louisiana law on human trafficking not expected to have big effect on civil asset forfeiture policies
A new Louisiana law will require district attorneys to submit annual reports dealing with human trafficking and the value of civil asset forfeiture related to such crimes, but the law won’t do much to reform the larger issue of Louisiana’s asset forfeiture policies, observers say.
The 2023-24 LSBA membership dues, the Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Board (LADB) assessment
The 2023-24 LSBA membership dues, the Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Board (LADB) assessment, the Attorney Registration Statement and the Louisiana Supreme Court Trust Account Disclosure and Overdraft Notification Authorization were all due on July 1.
Race for Louisiana attorney general gets more crowded as 2 Democrats enter fray
The race for Louisiana attorney general became more crowded last week as two Democrats entered the contest in hopes of succeeding Republican Jeff Landry, but the state’s current solicitor general, Liz Murrill, remains the top fundraiser.
MMA law firm obtained $40 million through private investors, testimony reveals
A Houston law firm that has been repeatedly sanctioned for mass-filing more than 1,500 hurricane-related damages claims in Louisiana received as much as $40 million from a Florida hedge fund, according to court transcripts and those familiar with the legal proceedings.
Five Star Review from Adam Ford
I’m very pleased I decided to go with Mr. Williams as my attorney.
Financial Literacy Champion Sponsor for HOPE Ministries 20th Anniversary Gala
Taylor Porter is proud to be a Financial Literacy Champion Sponsor for HOPE Ministries 20th Anniversary Gala.
Taylor Dunne and Kristyn Rodriguez Take Part in VIPS First Day Helpers Project
Taylor Porter Associates Taylor Dunne and Kristyn Rodriguez took part in Volunteers In Public Schools (VIPS) First Day Helpers project at The Dufrocq School.