News from July 2024
Energy Transfer petition to FERC: Pipeline companies must 'play by the rules'
Two energy companies involved in building natural gas infrastructure in the Louisiana-Texas region are locked in a dispute over whether the Williams Companies Inc. is “playing by the rules” in planning its extensive pipeline network.
Vice Chancellor Dickerson receives ABA presidential appointment
Marla Dickerson, vice chancellor for Innovation and Strategic Partnerships and Initiatives at the Law Center.
Murrill urges federal lawmakers to pass SAVE Act
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill recently joined a 22-state coalition of state AGs in a letter calling on congressional leaders to support and pass the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act.
Medical Malpractice Plaintiff Accuses Hospital Of Abandonment After Settlement Negotiations
A recent appellate court decision has dismissed Paul L.Sylvesters’ medical malpractice claims against Ochsner Clinic Foundation citing procedural abandonment following protracted yet unfruitful settlement negotiations.The ruling underscores importance adhering strictly procedural requirements particularly concerning attorney representations during critical litigation phases
Welcome Deutsch Kerrigan's 2024 Summer Law Clerks
Deutsch Kerrigan is excited to welcome our 2024 summer law clerks to our New Orleans, LA and Gulfport, MS offices.
No evidence oil drillers caused oyster deaths, Fifth Circuit finds
NEW ORLEANS - The ancient doctrine of res ipsa loquitur (“the thing speaks for itself”) couldn’t rescue a lawsuit by Louisiana oyster farmers who blamed oil and gas drilling activities for a sudden die-off of their crops.
Pharmaceutical Companies Sued Over Contaminated Eye Drops Leading to Blindness
Harry Anderson has filed a lawsuit against multiple pharmaceutical companies alleging severe personal injuries from contaminated eye drops leading to blindness.
He is seeking compensatory damages for pain and suffering along with economic damages for medical expenses among other claims.
Louisiana Playground Safety Company Sues West Virginia Manufacturer Over Defective Binders
No Fault LLC has filed a lawsuit against Stockmeier Urethanes U.S.A., Inc., alleging significant financial losses due to defective polyurethane binders used in playground safety surfacing installations across the United States. The case seeks over $2 million in damages for repair costs and reputational harm.
Property Owner Alleges Negligence Against Construction Companies Over Damages
Ebony Holmes has appealed a district court ruling that dismissed her claims against multiple construction companies for damages allegedly caused during a public works project near her property in New Orleans. The case centers around whether she filed her lawsuit within the legally prescribed timeframe after discovering significant damage to her home.
Championing Global Justice: A Law Student's Journey in International Law
International law is the framework that protects and governs all humans, sovereign states, and international organization, and the interplays and obligations therein.
Parties in toxic landfill odor case debate admissibility of testimony about fear of disease
NEW ORLEANS – Just over two weeks before the start of trial involving litigation from Jefferson Parish residents claiming a Waggaman landfill emitted toxic odors and chemicals over two years, the parties are contesting whether or not the plaintiffs will be able to testify about their fear of contracting diseases.
LSU settles lawsuit brought by former students who alleged its sexual misconduct and domestic violence investigations were inadequate
BATON ROUGE – Louisiana State University has confidentially settled long-standing litigation brought by a group of women in 2021, who alleged the school’s program to investigate and respond to sexual assault claims was inadequate, and allowed for women and members of the LGBTQ+ community to be traumatized.
Solar farm developer sues St. James Parish over rejection of 2,200-acre project
A large landowner and a solar farm developer are both appealing to the 23rd Judicial District Court to overturn the St. James Parish Council’s rejection of a 2,200-acre solar project on residential and agricultural land.
Attorney General Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit arrests Lafayette man for sex crimes against children
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit arrested a Lafayette man for sex crimes against children on July 18, 2024.
OPINION: This pipeline dispute threatens Louisiana’s energy future
The importance of natural gas to Louisiana, and that of the United States more broadly, is difficult to overstate.
Louisiana among five states to enact expert evidence rule reform
In the last few months, five states have adopted amendments to their expert evidence admissibility rules to conform with an recently amended federal rule.
Plaintiff Alleges Major Corporations' Negligence Led to Wrongful Death Following BP Oil Spill
In a recent court filing dated June 26th, Paul Turppa has accused several major corporations including BP Exploration & Production Inc., Transocean entities, and Halliburton Energy Services Inc., of negligence leading to his wife's wrongful death due to exposure during the infamous BP Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill in April 2010.
Louisiana law requiring Ten Commandments in classrooms won't be enforced before Nov. 15, judge says
The judge overseeing a federal lawsuit challenging a new Louisiana law mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in all public-school classrooms has issued an order saying the religious directives would not be posted before Nov. 15.
Parents Sue Driver And Insurers For Wrongful Death After Fatal Car Crash
A tragic car accident involving excessive speed and intoxication has led to a complex legal battle between Kristi Lirette's parents and driver Jason C. Adams along with several insurance companies including State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company and GEICO Casualty Company.
Plaintiffs Allege Defective Mowers Against Manufacturer Altoz
B.O.S.Services,L.L.C.and Bruce Slayer have filed a lawsuit against Altoz.Inc.alleging severe mechanical issues with commercial mowers they purchased.The case seeks rescission of sales contracts under Louisiana's redhibition laws,and claims breaches in implied warranties.The plaintiffs demand return of purchase prices,costs,and damages exceeding $75k.