Louisiana Court of Appeal

Verret v. Verrett - Louisiana Court of Appeal Opinion

The Louisiana Court of Appeal, First Circuit, issued an opinion in Verret v. Verrett, case number 2026 CW 0314. The court considered a writ application but ultimately determined it was untimely filed based on established procedural rules.

Carly Doe v. Rayford - Legal Opinion

The Louisiana Court of Appeal granted a writ application in Carly Doe v. Rayford, remanding the case to the trial court. The appellate court's decision concerns the trial court's denial of a motion for appeal, specifically addressing the lack of a signed notice of intent and the setting of an appeal bond.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Municipal Police Employees Retirement System v. Alvin R. Bradley, Sr. - Writ Denial

The Louisiana Court of Appeal, First Circuit, denied a writ application in the case of Municipal Police Employees' Retirement System v. Alvin R. Bradley, Sr. The court's decision, dated March 9, 2026, does not specify the nature of the writ or the underlying dispute.

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.