Louisiana Court of Appeal
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Lacy v. Lacy - Louisiana Court of Appeal Opinion
The Louisiana Court of Appeal, First Circuit, denied a writ application in the case of Marqueta Lacy v. Stephen Lacy. One judge noted the writ application's failure to comply with uniform rules regarding opposition or statement of no opposition.
State of Louisiana v. H.C. - Expungement Writ Denial
The Louisiana Court of Appeal, First Circuit, denied a writ application concerning an expungement matter. The court noted that the application lacked a signed written judgment from the district court, which is necessary for appellate review of expungement denials.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Peter Adams v. Entergy - Reversed and Rendered Opinion
The Louisiana Court of Appeal reversed and rendered a trial court judgment against Entergy New Orleans, Inc. The appellate court found Entergy not liable for negligence related to a natural gas leak and personal injuries claimed by plaintiffs. This decision dismisses the plaintiffs' claims with prejudice.
Sadra Hamilton v. Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans - Employment Appeal
The Louisiana Court of Appeal affirmed a Civil Service Commission decision reinstating Sadra Hamilton after her termination for violating the workplace violence policy. The Board failed to meet its burden of proof for the termination.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
State of Louisiana v. R.H. - Parental Rights Termination Appeal
The Louisiana Court of Appeal affirmed a trial court judgment revoking parental rights in the case of State of Louisiana in the Interest of R.H. The appellate court found that the trial court properly proceeded with the termination of parental rights trial in the parent's absence. The appeal stemmed from a judgment terminating parental rights due to cruelty to a juvenile charges.
Monday, March 9, 2026
Claybourn v. Finley - Louisiana Court of Appeal Opinion
The Louisiana Court of Appeal, First Circuit, issued an opinion in Claybourn v. Finley, docket number 2025 CW 1287. The court considered a writ application from Maria Finley and Maria A. Finley, Attorney at Law, LLC. The application was not considered due to the relator failing to include a copy of the petition.
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.
Sutter v. Lakeshore Estates Homeowner's Association - Court Opinion
The Louisiana Court of Appeal, First Circuit, issued an opinion in the case of Malcolm H. Sutter v. Lakeshore Estates Homeowner's Association, Inc. The court denied the writ application, with the specific details of the underlying dispute not elaborated in the provided text.
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.
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.
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