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Parties in toxic landfill odor case debate admissibility of testimony about fear of disease
NEW ORLEANS – Just over two weeks before the start of trial involving litigation from Jefferson Parish residents claiming a Waggaman landfill emitted toxic odors and chemicals over two years, the parties are contesting whether or not the plaintiffs will be able to testify about their fear of contracting diseases.
LSU settles lawsuit brought by former students who alleged its sexual misconduct and domestic violence investigations were inadequate
BATON ROUGE – Louisiana State University has confidentially settled long-standing litigation brought by a group of women in 2021, who alleged the school’s program to investigate and respond to sexual assault claims was inadequate, and allowed for women and members of the LGBTQ+ community to be traumatized.
Solar farm developer sues St. James Parish over rejection of 2,200-acre project
A large landowner and a solar farm developer are both appealing to the 23rd Judicial District Court to overturn the St. James Parish Council’s rejection of a 2,200-acre solar project on residential and agricultural land.
Attorney General Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit arrests Lafayette man for sex crimes against children
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit arrested a Lafayette man for sex crimes against children on July 18, 2024.
OPINION: This pipeline dispute threatens Louisiana’s energy future
The importance of natural gas to Louisiana, and that of the United States more broadly, is difficult to overstate.
Louisiana among five states to enact expert evidence rule reform
In the last few months, five states have adopted amendments to their expert evidence admissibility rules to conform with an recently amended federal rule.
Plaintiff Alleges Major Corporations' Negligence Led to Wrongful Death Following BP Oil Spill
In a recent court filing dated June 26th, Paul Turppa has accused several major corporations including BP Exploration & Production Inc., Transocean entities, and Halliburton Energy Services Inc., of negligence leading to his wife's wrongful death due to exposure during the infamous BP Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill in April 2010.
Louisiana law requiring Ten Commandments in classrooms won't be enforced before Nov. 15, judge says
The judge overseeing a federal lawsuit challenging a new Louisiana law mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in all public-school classrooms has issued an order saying the religious directives would not be posted before Nov. 15.
Parents Sue Driver And Insurers For Wrongful Death After Fatal Car Crash
A tragic car accident involving excessive speed and intoxication has led to a complex legal battle between Kristi Lirette's parents and driver Jason C. Adams along with several insurance companies including State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company and GEICO Casualty Company.
Plaintiffs Allege Defective Mowers Against Manufacturer Altoz
B.O.S.Services,L.L.C.and Bruce Slayer have filed a lawsuit against Altoz.Inc.alleging severe mechanical issues with commercial mowers they purchased.The case seeks rescission of sales contracts under Louisiana's redhibition laws,and claims breaches in implied warranties.The plaintiffs demand return of purchase prices,costs,and damages exceeding $75k.
Maritime Companies Sued Over Workplace Injury Aboard Vessel
Roberto Hernandez has filed a lawsuit against multiple maritime companies after sustaining severe injuries while working aboard a vessel docked at Swiftships' facility in Louisiana. The suit seeks compensatory and punitive damages for alleged negligence resulting in unsafe working conditions.
Married Couple Sues Canadian Corporation Over Defective Watercraft
A married couple from Louisiana has filed a lawsuit against Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., alleging that their newly purchased Sea-Doo watercraft was defective from day one. The plaintiffs are seeking rescission of their sales contract and damages exceeding $75,000.
Widow Alleges Agricultural Giant's Herbicide Caused Husband's Fatal Cancer
Christine Hebert has filed a lawsuit against Monsanto Company alleging their product Roundup caused her husband's fatal Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma after years of exposure. The suit seeks compensatory damages for economic losses incurred due to his illness.
Fugitive from Claiborne Parish sentenced after more than three decades on the run
A Bienville Parish man who was on the run for 32 years was sentenced for a shooting in Ringgold, Louisiana.
Appeals court scales back injunction to protect Angola prisoners from summer heat
A federal appeals court has substantially narrowed an injunction requiring the Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections (DPSC) to keep inmates working on the Angola prison’s Farm Line safe from extreme summer heat.
Defendants in Jefferson Parish smelly landfill case can tell jury odors came from elsewhere
NEW ORLEANS - A month ahead of trial, a New Orleans federal judge is figuring out what a jury can hear when Jefferson Parish residents claim a Waggaman landfill emitted toxic odors and chemicals over two years.
Troubled plaintiffs firm wins chance to keep hurricane-damage fees despite FBI probe
NEW ORLEANS (Legal Newsline) - A federal judge didn't fully explain why he was taking attorneys fees from hurricane-damage lawyers facing an FBI criminal investigation over how they handled claims.
Attorney General Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit arrests St. Martinville man for Pornography Involving Juveniles
Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Cyber Crime Unit arrested a St. Martinville man on July 10, 2024.
Disability-rights group sues Louisiana officials over new voting restrictions
A disabilities advocacy group is suing Louisiana state officials to prevent the enforcement of new laws that the plaintiff says violate the rights of the disabled to gain voting assistance under the federal Voting Rights Act (VRA).
Professor Jordan Engelhart to join LSU Law faculty to direct the Russell J. Stutes Small Business and Community Development Clinic
Professor Jordan Engelhart will join the faculty at the LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center as an Assistant Professor of Professional Practice at the start of the Fall 2024 semester.