$10M Mesothelioma Jury Verdict Out of Orleans Parish in Louisiana

The first trial tried in Orleans Parish CDC since the COVID-19 pandemic was an asbestos case where the jury returned a $10.3 million dollar verdict

21st Century Gold Rush: Cannabis Volume IV-Hemp Farming vs. Marijuana Farming

21st Century Gold Rush: Cannabis Volume III - CBD Retail Operations

21st Century Gold Rush: Cannabis Volume II- Farming and Pharmacies: Background Information for the Medical Marijuana Investor

Opportunities for individuals looking to open farms or dispensaries are very limited under Louisiana’s current medical marijuana statutes.

21st Century Gold Rush: Cannabis Volume I-What You Need to Know Now About Louisiana’s Therapeutic Marijuana Act

COVID-19 Business Interruption Insurance Claims Coverage Issues

This article discusses the challenges to coverage and resulting political and legal pressures on the insurance industry.

Louisiana Enacts New Laws that Extend Lawsuit Protections and Limited Liability for COVID-19 Exposure to a Broad Spectrum of Individuals and Businesses in Louisiana

Louisiana joins several other states that have stepped into the void and enacted legislation that grants liability protections for businesses from these types of claims.

Louisiana Restaurant First to Seek Declaratory Judgment Seeking Coverage Due To COVID19 Closures

Multi-District Litigation Sought on COVID19 Business Interruption Lawsuits

First Texas COVID-19 Insurance Coverage Lawsuit Filed in Harris County

The State of Texas has seen its first insurance coverage lawsuit filed by a Houston-area wig store claiming business interruption losses.

Cyber Security for a Remote Workforce

An Analysis of the Potential Cyber Security and Data Privacy Threats to Businesses raised by Working from Home

Governor Edwards Extends the Louisiana State of Emergency For COVID-19 and the duration of the “Stay at Home” Order

Louisiana extends the “Stay at Home” Order as a result of the continuing statewide public health emergency presented by COVID-19.

Louisiana Court Closures & Deadline Suspensions: Lawyers Must Remain Diligent

Pursuant to Governor Edwards' Proclamation, all deadlines in legal proceedings in all Louisiana State courts, administrative agencies and boards are suspended until April 13, 2020.

Louisiana Department of Revenue Ruling on April and June 15, 2020 Estimated Individual Income Tax Payments– Payments Still Required but Penalties Suspended If Certain Conditions Are Met

The first quarter deadline for filing and making an individual estimated tax payment is on or before April 15, 2020; the second quarter deadline is on or before June 15, 2020.

Local Lawsuit Filed Seeking Relief Under Lease Agreement

On March 22, a suit was filed the Civil Disrict Court for Orleans Parish for a declaratory judgment regarding their current lease agreement.

Legislation and Litigation Over Business Interruption Insurance Coverage Continue to be a Hot Topic

Gulfport, MS Mayor Issues "Safer At Home" Order Issued

Construction Industry: Guidance on Responding to COVID-19

Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Suspends Cancellation and Non-Renewal of Louisianans’ Insurance Policies

Texas Governor Imposes Roadway Screening and Mandatory Self-Quarantine at the Border of Texas and Louisiana

As the COVID-19 epidemic progresses, Texas Governor Greg Abbott imposed additional, more stringent travel restrictions between Texas and Louisiana.