News from 2025
Plaintiff Alleges Discrimination Against U.S. Attorney General Over Employment Rescission
Drew Hearn has filed a lawsuit against the Acting U.S. Attorney General over alleged racial discrimination by DEA officials leading to his job offer rescission as a Special Agent.
Plaintiff Alleges Major Healthcare Provider Violated ADA Through Discrimination
Susan Forman has filed a lawsuit against Ochsner Health System alleging violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act due to workplace discrimination related to her hearing disability.
Plaintiffs Allege Negligence Against Oil Corporations Following Workplace Injury
A workplace accident on an offshore platform has led Bryce Pelotto and Rosalyn Ledet to file a lawsuit against OXY Inc., OXY USA Inc., and Gulf South Services for negligence resulting in severe injuries.
Tulane Corporate Law Institute takes place March 6-7
The 37th Annual Tulane Corporate Law Institute is set to take place on March 6-7, 2025, at the Roosevelt Hotel in New Orleans.
Plaintiff accuses State Agency Representatives of Unlawful Asset Seizure
Matthew Bernard has filed a lawsuit against representatives from the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services for allegedly freezing his assets unlawfully.
Former Employee Alleges Barrow Creek LLC Violated Overtime Pay Laws
Darryl Harris has filed a lawsuit against Barrow Creek LLC alleging violations of federal labor laws regarding unpaid overtime compensation during his employment as a maintenance worker.
Attorney General Liz Murrill joins fellow AGs investigating Dr. Anthony Fauci’s COVID-19 response
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill joined South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson and a coalition of state attorneys general in an investigation into Dr. Anthony Fauci’s role in the COVID-19 pandemic response, demanding accountability for alleged mismanagement, misleading statements, and suppression of scientific debate.
Former Employee Alleges Racial Discrimination Against Major Airline
In a dramatic legal filing, William L. Jones accuses United Airlines of racially discriminatory practices leading to his wrongful termination after nearly four decades with the company.
Federal judge dismisses suit by woman arrested for 2020 protest BBQ
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by a woman after she says she was falsely arrested while barbequing at a 2020 protest in Lafayette.
NOBA Day of Service at Second Harvest Food Bank
New Orleans Bar Association President Thomas Flanagan led a team of attorneys at Second Harvest Food Bank.
Louisiana and Mississippi AGs Ask for Your Help to Stop Human Trafficking Ahead of Super Bowl LIX
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill and Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch announced a partnership ahead of this weekend's Super Bowl to help people identify, report, and end human trafficking.
Rovere and Guice win 2025 Transactional Negotiation Competition
LSU Law students Isabella Rovere and Taylor Guice won the 2025 LSU Law Transactional Negotiation Competition on Monday, Feb. 3, during the final round of competition in the Robinson Courtroom at the LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center.
Southern University Law Center and River Parishes Community College Host Expungement Event to Remove Barriers for Residents
River Parishes Community College (RPCC) and the Southern University Law Center (SULC) joined forces on Saturday, February 1 to host an impactful Expungement Event at RPCC’s Reserve Campus, providing individuals with the opportunity to clear eligible criminal records.
Murrill joins fellow AGs investigating Fauci’s COVID-19 response
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has joined a coalition of state attorneys general in an investigation into Dr. Anthony Fauci’s role in the COVID-19 pandemic response.
Leroy Turner joins staff as LSU Law Director of Executive Operations and Strategic Initiatives
With more than 20 years of experience as an educator and academic administrator, Leroy Turner joined the LSU Law staff as Director of Executive Operations and Strategic Initiatives at the beginning of the year.
Attorney General Murrill's Tips for Avoiding Super Bowl Ticket Scams
Super Bowl LIX will take place on Sunday, February 9, 2025, at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. Unfortunately, the Super Bowl attracts con artists who prey on unsuspecting fans with fake ticket scams.
Biden had power to issue minimum wage standards, Fifth Circuit says
NEW ORLEANS - As new executive orders come flying out of President Donald Trump's office, a federal appeals court has rejected the challenge of Texas and other states to his predecessor's federal minimum wage standards, rejecting arguments to not "lose sight of common sense."
Murrill part of coalition fighting against New York’s Climate Superfund Act
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill is part a group of 22 Republican AGs in challenging a recently signed New York law that seeks to collect $75 billion from fossil fuel companies for past greenhouse gas emissions.
Southern University Law Center’s BLSA Mock Trial Team Claims Regional Championship Victory
The Southern University Law Center's (SULC) Black Law Students Association (BLSA) Mock Trial Team achieved an outstanding victory, claiming the title of Southwest Region Champions in the prestigious Constance Baker Motley Mock Trial Competition.
AG’s office offers tips for avoiding Super Bowl ticket scams
With Super Bowl LIX on Sunday at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill’s office is providing tips for consumers to avoid ticket scams before the big game.