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Plaintiff Alleges Insurer Denied Disability Benefits
In a recent court filing, Daniel Goodly accuses Symetra Life Insurance Company of wrongfully denying him long-term disability benefits despite clear medical evidence supporting his claim.
Plaintiff Alleges Discrimination Against Mortgage Company Over Foreclosure
A New Orleans woman has filed a lawsuit accusing Nationstar Mortgage LLC and others of racial discrimination leading to wrongful foreclosure on her home.
Louisiana in the midst of an oil and gas industry slump, new report concludes
Oil and gas drilling activities in Louisiana jurisdictions and federal waters in the Gulf of Mexico slumped at the beginning of the year despite the Trump administration’s decision to reverse Biden-era leasing and environmental restrictions, a new report found.
Attorney General Liz Murrill’s 2025 Legislative Agenda
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill supports the following legislation in the 2025 Regular Session.
Southern University Law Center’s Technology and Entrepreneurship Clinic Empowers Students and Entrepreneurs Through Real-World Legal Practice
In partnership with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the Southern University Law Center’s Technology and Entrepreneurship Clinic has reached a significant milestone successfully issuing 22 licenses to students, authorizing them to practice before the USPTO
Federal judge rules Columbia University student held in Louisiana can be deported
A Columbia University student who is accused of taking part in antisemitic protests and posing a threat to U.S. foreign policy remains in detention in Jena, La., after a federal immigration judge said he could be deported based on U.S. immigration law.
U.S. Attorney Ronald C. Gathe, Jr. to Deliver Keynote Address at 2025 Commencement Ceremony
Southern University Law Center (SULC) is proud to announce that the Honorable Ronald C. Gathe, Jr., United States Attorney for the Middle District of Louisiana, will serve as the keynote speaker for its 2025 Commencement Ceremony.
Murrill challenges Orleans Parish immigration policies
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill is forging ahead with efforts to force Orleans Parish to change a policy that prohibits sheriff’s deputies from directly engaging with in federal immigration enforcement.
SULC Celebrate Alumni Achievements at 2025 Alumni Round-Up
The Southern University Law Center (SULC) proudly hosted its annual Alumni & Friends Round-Up from April 2–5, 2025.
Governor, insurance commissioner divided on key insurance reform measure
A rift between Gov. Jeff Landry and Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple over policies to lower insurance rates in Louisiana widened Wednesday as the two elected leaders gave dueling testimony about an insurance bill before lawmakers.
Court fight starts over whether key asbestos evidence will be gone forever
WILMINGTON, Del. (Legal Newsline) - Companies facing asbestos lawsuits are off to court to prevent the destruction of evidence they say is needed to defend themselves.
LSU Law Board of Advocates elects 2025-26 Executive Committee
The Executive Committee of the 2025-26 Board of Advocates was elected on Monday, April 7, with the following students being elected to leadership positions.
LBI agents arrest Shreveport man for Pornography Involving Juveniles and Sexual Abuse of Animals
Agents with Attorney General Liz Murrill's Louisiana Bureau of Investigation arrested a man from Shreveport on April 9, 2025.
Murrill unveils 2025 legislative agenda
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has unveiled a list of legislation her office is supporting during the 2025 Regular Session of the state Legislature, which began Monday.
Press release
Loyola University New Orleans is excited to welcome three distinguished leaders who will inspire graduates at this year’s Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 10, at the Caesars Superdome.
Former U.S. Attorney General Barr urges Murrill to push back against coastal erosion lawsuits
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has rebuffed a request by former U.S. Attorney General Bill Barr to marginalize the legal theory of Louisiana parishes in their coastal erosion lawsuits and to appeal a recent $745 million judgment against Chevron.
Southern University Law Center Student Joins NASA Headquarters in Washington, D.C.
Southern University Law Center (SULC) student, Crystal Ammons, is proving there’s no limit to what Law Center students can achieve.
Plaintiff Alleges Automotive Giant Breached Warranty Obligations Over Defective Vehicle
A Louisiana resident has filed a lawsuit against Ford Motor Company alleging significant defects in his newly purchased truck render it unsafe to drive.
Plaintiff accuses Educational Networks (website management service) of unauthorized access
Friends of Impact Charter Schools has taken legal action against Educational Networks for allegedly allowing unauthorized access to its website, leading to potential misappropriation of digital assets and funds.
Family Accuses Local Police Department of Excessive Force Following Tragic Incident
In an emotionally charged lawsuit filed in federal court, Eric and Sarah Courtney allege that local police used excessive force following the tragic discovery of their son's lifeless body in their pool.