News from December 2023
Louisiana is least affordable state for auto, homeowners insurance, new report finds
Due to high insurance premium costs, high rates of litigated claims and a low median income, Louisianans now pay auto and property insurance rates that are the least affordable in the nation, according to new data from the Insurance Research Council (IRC).
Louisiana federal judge rejects Novo Nordisk bid to dismiss Ozempic lawsuit
A federal lawsuit filed by a Louisiana woman who said she vomited to the point of losing teeth after using the type-2 diabetes drug Ozempic can move forward now that a judge has largely rejected drug manufacturer Novo Nordisk’s motion for dismissal.
U.S. Justice Department intervenes in lawsuit challenging Louisiana state legislative boundaries
The U.S. Justice Department has intervened in a federal lawsuit that challenges the legality of Louisiana’s state legislative boundaries, prompted by the Secretary of State's challenge to the constitutionality of a section of the federal Voting Rights Act.
Locke Lord Named to Global Restructuring Review’s 2023 Top 100 Firms for Fifth Consecutive Year
Locke Lord has been listed in the Global Restructuring Review’s 2023 edition of the GRR 100, the publication’s guide to the world’s leading law firms for cross-border restructuring and insolvency matters.
Class action sues Third Coast, Main Pass Oil for oil spill
NEW ORLEANS — A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Third Coast Infrastructure LLC and Main Pass Oil Gathering Company alleging negligence that caused an oil spill.
Man sues Buras Oilfield Services for injuries on vessel
NEW ORLEANS — A man is suing Buras Oilfield Services alleging injuries that occurred on a vessel.
New Grant Received by Loyola University New Orleans
Loyola University New Orleans has received a $1.25 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to support a project with the Loyola Institute for Ministry (LIM), in partnership with the National Community of Catechetical Leadership (NCCL) entitled “Becoming a Missionary Synodal Parish Community.”
Louisiana finishes among top 10 states for GDP growth in second quarter
Louisiana’s gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 3.2% in the second quarter of this year, putting Louisiana in the top 10 among the 50 states for its rising value of goods and services, the federal Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) reported.
Former softball coach sues Nicholls State University for discrimination
NEW ORLEANS — A former assistant softball coach is suing Nicholls State University for discrimination.
Man sues Laborde Marine for fractured ankle
NEW ORLEANS — A former employee is suing Laborde Marine alleging he was injured during the course of his employment.
LSU Law 2024 Apprenticeship Week to feature 20 visiting professors, including United States Energy Association and SoCalGas presidents
Nearly two-dozen visiting professors from across the United States will converge at the LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center for LSU Law’s annual Apprenticeship Week on Jan. 2-6, 2024.
Keep Louisiana Beautiful grant provides enhanced recycling bins on Loyola’s campus
Loyola University New Orleans students will soon have more opportunities to recycle paper, plastic and glass on campus, thanks to a grant from Keep Louisiana Beautiful.
C4 General Contracting sues Neuromuscular Medical Association for breach of contract
NEW ORLEANS — C4 General Contracting is suing Neuromuscular Medical Association alleging breach of contract.
Two aircraft companies disagree on invention, patent
BATON ROUGE — International Mezzo Technologies is suing Airborne ECS LLC alleging patent invalidity and trade secret misappropriation.
Appeals court rejects Louisiana GOP officials' arguments on congressional redistricting
In a two-sentence opinion, a federal appeals court has shot down a bid by attorneys for Louisiana’s Republican legislative leaders, attorney general and secretary of state to reconsider the need for the state to have two Black-majority congressional districts.
LIFT Incubator Domestic Violence Project
The LIFT Incubator Domestic Violence Project is accepting applications thru Dec. 29th!
Man sues Ford Motor Company for defective truck
NEW ORLEANS — A Louisiana man is suing Ford Motor Company alleging a vehicle he purchased was defective.
Music companies sue La. business for copyright infringement
NEW ORLEANS — Several music companies are suing a Louisiana business alleging it infringed on their copyrighted material.
Taylor Porter staff recently celebrated the Christmas season
Taylor Porter staff recently celebrated the Christmas season with a spirited gift exchange and delicious food.
Louisiana woman sues GM for defective vehicle
NEW ORLEANS — A Louisiana woman is suing General Motors alleging a vehicle she purchased was defective.