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Tulane Law sports competitions draw top execs, hundreds of students
The spring brought one of Tulane Law School’s most anticipated annual traditions: the return of the student-run Sports Law Society’s pro sports negotiation and arbitration competitions.
Second District appeals court affirms earlier dismissal of Louisiana man's defamation suit versus ABC News
SHREVEPORT – A state appeals court has affirmed a trial court dismissal of a Louisiana man’s defamation lawsuit against ABC News and remanded it to a Caddo Parish court, on the subject of determining attorney’s fees and costs.
State Supreme Court: Damages in motor vehicle accident award dropped from $18.9M to $5.6M
NEW ORLEANS – The Supreme Court of Louisiana has reversed a lower appellate court ruling, in reducing an $18.9 million damages award to a man critically injured in a 2018 motor vehicle accident and his family, to $5.6 million.
Junior Associates named for ‘LSU Law Journal for Social Justice and Policy’ Vol. 5
The LSU Law Journal for Social Justice and Policy Board of Editors have announce the students who have been selected to serve as Junior Associates for Volume 5.
Professor Emeritus Carl Esbeck publishes blog for Federalist Society on Louisiana’s Ten Commandments Statute
This summer, the governor of Louisiana signed into law House Bill No. 71, requiring all Louisiana K-12 public schools, charter schools, and state post-secondary institutions place in their classrooms a poster-size copy of the Ten Commandments (“10Cs”).
A summer gig in sports law? Tulane Law students learning from the best
Each spring, Tulane Law students spend time networking and interviewing for highly sought-after jobs in the sports industry.
Federal Judge sides with Louisiana and strikes down Joe Biden's illegal assault on American energy
On Monday, July 1, U.S. Federal Judge James Cain Jr. of the Western District of Louisiana, issued a preliminary injunction in Louisiana's favor for the State's lawsuit against President Joe Biden and the United States Department of Energy over the unlawful decisions to ban new liquefied natural gas exports to non-free trade agreement countries.
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.