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Former Cleanup Worker Sues BP Over Negligence Leading to Cancer Diagnosis
Harry King has filed a lawsuit against BP Exploration & Production Inc., alleging negligence during his work as a cleanup worker following the Deepwater Horizon oil spill led to his cancer diagnosis years later. The case highlights significant accusations against BP regarding inadequate safety measures and misinformation about the spill's severity.
Former Inmate Sues Lafourche Parish Sheriff Over Brutal Jail Attack
Kobi Chiasson has filed a lawsuit against Craig Webre and unnamed officers of the Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office following a brutal attack while he was in custody at Lafourche Parish Correctional Center. The complaint alleges negligence and constitutional violations leading to severe injuries for Mr. Chiasson.
Maritime Company Sues Vessel Broker Over Unpaid Invoices
Offshore Liftboats has filed a lawsuit against Gulf Offshore Logistics seeking over $3 million in unpaid invoices related to vessel services provided under a brokerage agreement dating back to 2016.
Parents Sue Louisiana Education Officials Over Mandatory Ten Commandments Displays
Several parents have filed a lawsuit against Louisiana education officials over a new law requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments in classrooms. The plaintiffs argue this mandate violates constitutional principles of religious freedom and seek declaratory and injunctive relief from its enforcement.
Former Employee Sues Woman’s Hospital Foundation Alleging Wrongful Termination
Latasha Young has filed a lawsuit against Woman’s Hospital Foundation claiming wrongful termination after suffering a brain injury from an aggressive COVID-19 test administered at work.
Former Housekeeping Director Sues Hilton Over Alleged Age Discrimination
Elaine Eubanks has filed a lawsuit against Park Hotels & Resorts Inc., formerly known as Hilton Worldwide Inc., alleging age discrimination following her termination from The Roosevelt Hotel in New Orleans. The suit details how she was replaced by younger employees despite an exemplary record and seeks various forms of relief including reinstatement or compensation for lost wages.
Former Military Member Sues Government Agency Over Alleged Nonconsensual Human Experimentation
A former military member has filed a lawsuit against DARPA alleging severe emotional distress due to nonconsensual human experimentation spanning several years. The plaintiff seeks $175 million in damages and an injunction against further use of specific neurotechnologies.
Former Employee Alleges Sexual Harassment Against Gulf Coast Marine Fabricators
Chelsey Fruge has filed a lawsuit against Gulf Coast Marine Fabricators alleging severe sexual harassment by her supervisor leading up to wrongful termination in September last year. The case outlines disturbing details including coercion into sexual relations under threat of losing employment and subsequent hostile work environment post-breakup resulting in significant emotional distress requiring medical attention.
Landry vetoes bill that sought to make 'deepfake' depictions of political candidates illegal
Gov. Jeff Landry has vetoed a measure aimed to prohibit intentionally manipulated images, audio or videos known as “deepfakes” that are designed to deceive voters or harm the reputation of political candidates during election campaigns.
DLA Piper advises Alimera Sciences in acquisition by ANI Pharmaceuticals
DLA Piper advised Alimera Sciences, Inc., a global pharmaceutical company focused on ophthalmic solutions, in its acquisition by ANI Pharmaceuticals, a diversified biopharmaceutical company, in a transaction that values Alimera at approximately US$381 million in up front consideration plus contingent value rights providing for additional consideration upon the achievement of certain revenue milestones.
Vice Chancellor Marla Dickerson appointed to serve on several ABA committees
Marla Dickerson, vice chancellor for Innovation and Strategic Partnerships and Initiatives at the Law Center, has been appointed to serve on several 2024-2025 American Bar Association committees.
2nd Disaster Law Collaboration Summit in Lafayette
The LSBA, along with Acadiana Legal Service Corporation and Southeast Louisiana Legal Services, hosted the 2nd Disaster Law Collaboration Summit in Lafayette on Thursday, June 20, and Friday, June 21.
John Paul Stevens Foundation names four SULC students as 2024 John Paul Stevens Foundation Public Interest Fellows
The John Paul Stevens Foundation has named four Southern University Law Center (SULC) students as 2024 John Paul Stevens Foundation Public Interest Fellows.
Plaintiff challenges state cosmetology board over hair braiding permit requirements
A Louisiana woman is challenging state cosmetology regulations requiring a special permit for hair braiding as unconstitutional. The lawsuit seeks declaratory judgment against these rules enforced by Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology claiming they infringe upon occupational freedom.
Federal judge halts Biden ban on LNG exports
A federal judge in Louisiana has blocked a Biden administration move to pause the approval of applications to export liquefied natural gas.
Pelican Institute lawsuit backing independent contractor classification gets national support
Free-enterprise think tanks are siding with the New Orleans-based Pelican Institute’s litigation challenging the U.S. Department of Labor’s recently published rule making it more difficult to classify workers as independent contractors.
Attorney General Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit arrests Crowley man for Pornography Involving Juveniles
Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit arrested a Crowley man on June 26, 2024 for Pornography Involving Juveniles under the age of 13.
In 4-3 ruling, Supreme Court of Louisiana says Amazon could be held liable in wrongful death suit
NEW ORLEANS – A majority complement of the Supreme Court of Louisiana has ruled that Amazon is a “seller” under state law and could be held liable for the death of a man who suffered fatal burns from an exploding lithium-ion battery charger, which he purchased on Amazon from a third-party manufacturer.
Federal judge gives go-ahead to bifurcated proceedings in maritime accident lawsuit
BATON ROUGE – A federal judge has granted a plaintiff’s motion to potentially bifurcate legal proceedings concerning a maritime accident between both a state court and a federal court.
Committee selected for Southern University Law Center chancellor search
The Southern University System announced members of the search committee for the next chancellor of the Southern University Law Center.