News from May 2024
Paraprofessional alleges racial discrimination by Jefferson Parish School Board
Samantha A. Granger has filed a lawsuit against Jefferson Parish School Board alleging racial discrimination and harassment under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The case includes accusations against Principal Viola Cosgrove for creating a hostile work environment leading to her forced transfer under duress.
Staying mentally aware: Navigating the stressors of life and law school
Every May, Mental Health Awareness Month serves as a reminder of the importance of mental health and well-being.
Republican senator's bill would offer insurance rate relief for Louisiana Citizens customers
Louisiana Citizens Property Insurance Corp. would suspend a 10% surcharge paid by customers in the state’s coastal zone and be shielded from bad-faith penalties if a newly amended bill is enacted into law.
Plaintiff accuses ACA Realty LLC of Fraudulent Property Transaction
Perry Emery has filed a lawsuit against Eunice Ben Derek Russ Ernest Jones ACA Realty LLC alleging fraudulent failure record Act Cash Sale property New Orleans Complaint seeks damages related financial losses procedural errors found appellate court case remanded further proceedings
Former employee sues Westinghouse Electric Company alleging racial and gender discrimination
Lisa Thompson has filed a lawsuit against Westinghouse Electric Company LLC alleging racial and gender discrimination during her employment. The suit details incidents where she was overlooked for promotions despite qualifications and subjected to a hostile work environment by management.
Plaintiff accuses restaurant owner and operator of ADA violations
Lynette Bech has filed a lawsuit against Numone Holdings LLC and The Pink Agave of Covington LLC alleging violations under ADA and LCHR statutes due to accessibility issues at their restaurant location in Ponchatoula, LA. She seeks declaratory judgment, injunctive relief for property modifications, compensatory damages as well as coverage for legal fees.
Plaintiff alleges sexual harassment against former employer FEDEX
Tawana E. Lonnett has filed a civil rights complaint against her former employer FedEx Ground Package System Inc., alleging sexual harassment and retaliation during her tenure at their Lake Charles facility. The lawsuit seeks various forms of relief including compensatory damages for emotional distress.
Plaintiff alleges IBM engaged in race and age discrimination leading to retaliation
Regina A. Eddy has filed a lawsuit against International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) alleging race and age discrimination along with retaliation leading up to her termination in January 2024. Filed on May 24th in Louisiana's Western District Court, Eddy seeks $1.45 million in damages.
Law Center hosts annual game design and esports summer camp
The Southern University Law Center’s Mixed Reality Virtual Innovation Gaming and Esports (MRVIGES) Institute will offer its annual Game Design and Esports Camp from June 17-28 taking place in the Esports Innovation which is located in the Smith-Brown Memorial Student Union on the campus of Southern University and A&M College.
Thomas Nieto alleges improper removal against Main Squeeze Juice Holdings
Thomas Nieto has filed an emergency writ against Jennifer Dodd and Main Squeeze Juice Holdings LLC after being removed as CEO on March 20th.
He seeks injunctive relief claiming violations of company agreements while defendants argue procedural redundancy through exceptions like lis pendens.
Parish of Plaquemines accuses multiple oil companies of environmental violations
The Parish Of Plaquemines has filed a consolidated complaint against several major oil companies alleging violations under Louisiana’s State And Local Coastal Resources Management Act (SLCRMA). The suit claims these companies' activities have significantly contributed to coastal erosion causing economic damage to local communities.
Tulane Law graduation honors resiliency of the Class of 2024
Amid fanfare and celebration, Tulane Law School said goodbye to its 173rd graduating class, the Class of 2024, which overcame the early stages of the COVID pandemic and Hurricane Ida, forcing the start of their law school journey online.
Business groups urge Louisiana Senate leaders to jumpstart stalled tort-reform bills
A coalition of Louisiana business groups is urging state Senate leaders to break a legislative logjam that has kept a pair of tort-reform bills stalled in the Senate Judiciary A committee.
Law Center professor pens op-ed piece on California Constitution
The paper draws upon social movement theory in the field of communication to examine how the California Supreme Court played a leading role from within the establishment in attempting to further the social movement for same-sex marriage in the United States.
Tulane Law student awarded prestigious Equal Justice Works Fellowship
After a 10-year journey working and organizing on juvenile justice issues, Tulane Law student Malcolm Lloyd (L’24) has earned the competitive and nationally renowned Equal Justice Works Fellowship to continue helping low-income children who face criminalization by law enforcement across Louisiana.
Professor Carlota Toledo joins LSU Law faculty as Professor of Professional Practice and Director of Academic Success
With broad experience leading law students in the development of their academic and professional practice skills, as well as their preparation for the bar exam, Professor Carlota Toledo has joined the LSU Law faculty as a Professor of Professional Practice, effective May 1.
Former professor sues university board over constructive termination claims
Dr John Renne has filed a lawsuit against the Board Supervisors University Louisiana System alleging unpaid wages following what he describes as constructive termination from his role at UNO due fraudulent misrepresentation by university officials regarding salary agreements.
Plaintiff accuses fuel corporation of fraud in marina POS system deal, wins appeal
The Pointe of Slidell LLC has filed a lawsuit against 360 Fuel Corporation alleging breach of contract and fraud related to a faulty point-of-sale system for their marina project in Slidell, Louisiana. Plaintiffs seek treble damages under LUTPA along with attorney fees.
Plaintiff appeals summary judgment in death certificate case against Louisiana State School of Medicine
Arona T Walker has filed a lawsuit against Dr Kate Brown & Louisiana State University School of Medicine alleging negligence over delayed signing of her daughter's death certificate causing emotional distress A recent ruling vacated earlier decisions requiring further hearings
Woman appeals auto accident judgment against Plaquemines Parish Sheriffs Office
Shaquana Harvey has filed a complaint against Deputy Eric Wayne Hamby and others following an automobile accident involving her son Jaden Harvey in January 2017. The case involves allegations of negligence leading up to severe injuries sustained by young Jaden during this incident.