News from April 2024
Estate says man was fired after contracting tuberculosis
A man's estate says he was a victim of wrongful termination after he contracted tuberculosis.
Woman says Dept. of Health fired her because of her anxiety
A woman claims she was fired by the Louisiana Department of Health because of her anxiety.
Legal reform measures set for Louisiana Senate panel vote this week
In the wake of intense debate last week, a key Louisiana Senate panel plans to vote on two legal reform measures on Tuesday, including one to mandate the disclosure of third-party litigation-funding contracts.
Patrick Breaux sues Alliance Liftboats for unpaid overtime wages and other damages
In the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana, plaintiff Patrick Breaux and others similarly situated have filed a lawsuit against Alliance Liftboats, LLC and the L/B Miami.
Louisiana panel OKs $1.9 billion grid resilience plan advanced by Entergy Louisiana
The Louisiana Public Services Commission approved a $1.9 billion grid-hardening plan advanced by Entergy Louisiana amid concerns the proposal was brought up too hastily and that ratepayers will face burdensome electricity rate hikes.
Mubashir Maqbool sues The Louisiana Supreme Court Committee on Bar Admission for alleged discriminatory grading practices
In the United States District Court, Mubashir Maqbool has filed a lawsuit against The Louisiana Supreme Court Committee on Bar Admission.
Leonard McMichael sues Monsanto Company for damages due to alleged exposure to Roundup
In the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana, plaintiff Leonard McMichael has filed a lawsuit against Monsanto Company.
Ernest Coppock sues Norfolk Southern Railway for injuries sustained during a work incident
Ernest Coppock and Dimetrius White, both individuals residing in Louisiana, have filed a lawsuit against Norfolk Southern Railway Company and Illinois Central Railroad Company.
George Edward Fitzgerald sues Lisa for conversion of stolen cryptocurrencies
George Edward Fitzgerald, II has filed a lawsuit against Defendant "1" also known as "Lisa" and John Does 1-20, unidentified individuals or entities, in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana.
Dana Williams sues St. Tammany Parish Hospital Service District No. 1 for pregnancy discrimination and ADA violation
In the United States District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana, Dana Williams has filed a lawsuit against St. Tammany Parish Hospital Service District No. 1, doing business as St. Tammany Parish Health System.
Johari D. James sues Joseph, Mann & Creed for violations of the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act
In the United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana, plaintiff Johari D. James has filed a lawsuit against defendant Joseph, Mann & Creed under case ID 6:24-cv-00506-DCJ-DJA on April 15, 2024.
William Duckworth sues Susan Curole for damages caused by a dog attack
In the State of Louisiana, Court of Appeal, First Circuit, a case (No. 2023 CA 0611) was filed by plaintiffs William Duckworth and Donnie Kaglear against defendant Susan Curole.
Patrick Dewayne Reade sues L & M Botruc Rental for negligence leading to personal injury
In the United States District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana, a lawsuit has been filed by Patrick Dewayne Reade against L & M Botruc Rental, LLC.
Kim Montague sues Bryan Holliday for personal injury damages resulting from a car accident
Kim Montague has filed a lawsuit against the United States and Bryan Holliday in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana.
Darren Oubre sues United States for personal injuries caused by negligence
Darren Oubre has filed a lawsuit against the United States of America, specifically the Department of the Air Force, in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana.
AmSpec sues Camin Cargo Control for unfair competition and predatory tactics
In the United States District Court, Middle District of Louisiana, a lawsuit has been filed by AmSpec, LLC against Camin Cargo Control, Inc., Craig Rodrigue, Nicholas McClendon, Christian McClendon, Preston Carter, Dylan Frese, Ryan Roussel and Noah Lindstrom.
Meagan Billedeau sues Kia America for selling a defective vehicle
In the United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana, plaintiffs Meagan Billedeau and Melanie Daigle have filed a lawsuit against Kia America, Inc.
United States of America sues Brian K. Whiteman for fraudulent transfer
In the United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana, the United States of America has filed a lawsuit against Brian K. Whiteman, Robin McCoy Whiteman, and 3299 Bellevue Road, Haughton, Louisiana.
Cameren Torres sues United Services Automobile Association for car accident damages
In the United States District Court, Western District of Louisiana, Cameren Torres has filed a lawsuit against the United Services Automobile Association (USAA).
Sabrina A. Bernard sues Doug Ashy Building Materials Inc. for racial discrimination and humiliation at workplace
Sabrina A. Bernard has filed a lawsuit against Doug Ashy Building Materials Inc. and Doug Ashy Building Materials - Lake Charles, LLC in the United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana.