LA-COURTS

Stenhouse v. Louisiana Women's Healthcare Associates, L.L.C. - Writ Denial

The Louisiana Court of Appeal denied a writ application in the case of Dr. James Stenhouse v. Louisiana Women's Healthcare Associates, L.L.C., et al. The court found that the criteria for granting the writ were not met, referencing the standard set in Herlitz Construction Co., Inc. v. Hotel Investors of New Iberia, Inc.

Daphne Veal v. Joseph A. Campo and XYZ Insurance - Louisiana Court of Appeal

The Louisiana Court of Appeal denied a writ application from Daphne Veal against Joseph A. Campo and XYZ Insurance Company. The court cited failure to include necessary documentation, such as court minutes and hearing transcripts, as the reason for denial.

Kendal Bellard v. Henry A. Hollier - Louisiana Court of Appeal Opinion

The Louisiana Court of Appeal reversed a lower court's decision, ruling that a delivery driver's employment contract is exempt from arbitration under the Federal Arbitration Act. The court found that the driver, as a transportation worker involved in interstate commerce, falls under the Act's exemption.

Ashley Sanchez v. The Office of Debt Recovery - Legal Opinion

The Louisiana Court of Appeal denied a writ in the case of Ashley Sanchez v. The Office of Debt Recovery. The court's decision, dated March 9, 2026, pertains to docket number 2025 CW 1342.

State v. Edward Schertler, II - Louisiana Court Opinion

The Louisiana Court of Appeal reversed a district court's ruling that granted a motion to suppress evidence. The appellate court found that probable cause existed for the issuance of a search warrant, reversing the suppression and remanding the case for further proceedings.

State of Louisiana v. Rocshey D. Carmel - Criminal Appeal

The Louisiana Court of Appeal denied a writ application from Rocshey D. Carmel, stating the applicant failed to demonstrate seeking relief in the district court first or show extraordinary circumstances justifying bypassing the lower court. The court noted the application appeared to be a motion to remove appointed counsel filed directly with the appellate court.

Anh Lien LLC v. Atlantic Casualty Insurance Company - Court Opinion

The Louisiana Court of Appeal denied supervisory writs in the case of Anh Lien, LLC and Henry Nguyen v. Atlantic Casualty Insurance Company. The court's decision pertains to a matter filed in the 22nd Judicial District Court, Parish of St. Tammany.

Supreme Court of Louisiana - Land Use Permit Review

The Supreme Court of Louisiana vacated and rendered a lower court's decision regarding the interpretation of a land use plan for St. James Parish. The ruling clarifies the scope of judicial review for local government land use decisions, emphasizing appropriate discretion for the Parish.

Ike Spears v. William W. Hall - Louisiana Supreme Court Ruling

The Supreme Court of Louisiana reversed a lower court judgment in Ike Spears v. William W. Hall. The court held that the Rules of Professional Conduct apply to attorneys who form joint ventures to provide legal services, regardless of the nomenclature used to describe their relationship.

Plaquemines Port v. Tuan Nguyen - Expropriation for Private Lease

The Louisiana Supreme Court affirmed a lower court's decision in Plaquemines Port Harbor & Terminal District v. Tuan Nguyen, ruling that a public port authority cannot expropriate private property for the sole purpose of leasing it to a private company for exclusive development. The court found such a taking does not serve a public purpose under the Louisiana Constitution.