For those who do business in the energy industry in Louisiana, recent developments regarding a new proposal could have a significant effect on business in the future. The proposed bill, House Bill 618, concerns the rules for lawsuits regarding damage caused on leased...
Month: April 2012
Housing companies merge, Louisiana among target areas
Two large housing companies, Bailey Properties LLC and Summit Housing Partners LLC, are merging with the hopes of creating more residential communities in several southern areas, including Baton Rouge. Once the merger is complete, the company will be formally known as...
Pregnancy discrimination an issue for employers in Louisiana?
Employers in Baton Rouge face challenges every day when attempting to build their businesses. A lot of these issues are expected, but many business owners might be caught off guard when facing employment litigation from current and former employees. However,...
More construction litigation ahead as economy picks up
As the economy begins to improve and more construction projects get underway, it's safe to assume that more construction litigation in Louisiana is just around the corner. And while no big headlines are in the Louisiana papers as of late, other states are already...