News from March 2024
Attorney General Liz Murrill Leads Coalition Of 16 States Against Biden’s Attack On LNG
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill is leading a coalition of 16 states in a lawsuit against President Joe Biden and the United States Department of Energy over the unlawful decision to ban new liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports.
Special election in litigated Caddo Parish sheriff's race goes to Democrat
A Democrat was elected Caddo Parish sheriff by six percentage points last weekend in a contest that was closely watched because an appeals court ordered a new election after finding multiple questionable votes were cast in a razor-thin election last fall.
Tulane Law student wins the prestigious Burton Award for legal writing
The Tulane Law Review’s Editor-in-Chief has won the prestigious Burton Award, marking the seventh time in a decade that a Tulane student has won the national legal writing award.
State high court rejects Louisiana law that gave child sex abuse victims second chance at justice
In a 4-3 opinion, the Louisiana Supreme Court overturned a state law that gave child sexual abuse victims a three-year window to file civil lawsuits against their alleged abusers in cases that had been time-barred.
Lawsuit claims University of Holy Cross has 'hyper-fixation' on race of professors
Three University of Holy Cross professors claim the school has a "hyper-fixation" on the race of its professors.
Man says Chevy Silverado he purchased was defective
A Louisiana man claims the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado he purchased was defective.
Ferriday man says Chevy Tahoe he purchased was a lemon
A Ferriday man claims the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe he purchased was defective.
Graduating students learn loan repayment strategies during annual Exit Day
Student loan repayment can feel overwhelming, but you can chart a path to a debt-free future based on your specific income and career trajectory.
Louisiana landowner challenges Open Fields Doctrine
Two words are usually enough to keep uninvited visitors off private property: “No trespassing.” But game wardens ignore the signs that mark the perimeter of Tom Manuel’s timberland in East Felicia Parish, Louisiana.
Faculty, students, and alumni volunteer to help LSU Law host successful ABA Client Counseling Competition National Championship
Twelve teams battled for the American Bar Association Client Counseling Competition National Championship at the LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center on Friday and Saturday, March 16-17, with St. Mary’s School of Law taking home the title.
Mekkah Husamadeen represents LSU Law, National Black Law Students Association on the global stage during service trip to Ghana
As she looks forward to celebrating alongside family, friends, and classmates at the LSU Law Class of 2024 Commencement on May 18, Mekkah Husamadeen has been busily preparing for the big day by selecting invitations, sitting for her composite photo, and ordering her gown, tam, and hood.
Louisiana property owner sues to stop wildlife agents from entering private lands without warrants
A forester who owns woodlands in East Feliciana Parish is suing the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF), alleging that the agency’s policy of allowing game wardens to enter private lands without warrants violates the state constitution.
Attorney General Murrill Supports Ag Commissioner's Concerns On Net-Zero Banking Alliance's Impact On Agriculture & Food Security
Net-Zero agriculture would cut meat consumption in half, force Louisiana's 30,000 farm operations to switch to inefficient electric equipment, and require some eight million acres of farmland across our State to switch from nitrogen fertilizer to expensive and ineffective "organic" options.
Woman says hospital wouldn't hire her because of use of service dogs
A woman claims a healthcare company unlawfully denied her contract work because of her disability and use of service dogs.
Jennings resident says Chevy Tahoe he purchased was defective
A Jennings resident claims a 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe was defective.
‘LSU Journal of Energy Law and Resources’ announces Vol. XIII Editorial Board
The LSU Journal of Energy Law and Resources Volume XII Editorial Board has announced the newly elected Volume XIII Editorial Board.
Louisiana among groups trying to overturn SEC rule that would mandate climate-change disclosures
A federal appeals court has placed a temporary hold on a federal rule advanced by the Securities and Exchange Commission that requires publicly traded companies to disclose climate-related financial risks to their business operations.
Southern University Law Center, City/Parish of East Baton Rouge hosts two-day Second Chance Month awareness events
After being released from the prison system, a person must reacclimate themselves to society and reality. Many face issues with finding employment and housing and adjusting to family and friends.
Louisiana Heads To The United States Supreme Court To Defend Our First Amendment Rights Against Government Censorship
George Orwell wrote Nineteen Eighty-Four as a warning against tyranny. He never intended it to be used as a how-to guide by the federal government.
Tulane Law hosts an audacious Celebration of Scholarships
Michael Rubenstein was poignantly honest speaking during Tulane Law’s first annual Celebration of Scholarships: attending Tulane Law School back in the 1990s would not have been possible without his full-ride scholarship.