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Category: Business Litigation

Sammy’s Grill Closed: Can Business Interruption Insurance Help?

Sammy’s Grill, which opened near LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana in 1988 is now present in three locations in Baton Rouge, Prairieville, and Central.  Sammy’s has become a local favorite due to their affordable pricing and generous portions.  Their success has also extended into catering, which is big business at this time of year… Continue reading Sammy’s Grill Closed: Can Business Interruption Insurance Help?


LA 1st Circuit Warns on Successor Liability in Business Purchase

In the recently decided Giles v. Oak Lane Memorial Park, LLC, et al, the Louisiana 1st Circuit held that the successor purchaser to a cemetery company’s assets could not avoid liability for the predecessor’s liabilities.  This decision builds upon jurisprudence stemming all the way back to the 1973 U.S. Supreme Court decision in Golden State… Continue reading LA 1st Circuit Warns on Successor Liability in Business Purchase


How Can My Louisiana Business Recover Lost Storm Revenue?

Since the year 2000, at least twenty-eight tropical or subtropical cyclones have affected the state of Louisiana, and this figure does not include the common severe weather that we experience countless times each year.  Thus, it’s more likely than not that a Louisiana small business will be temporarily closed due to weather, fire, storms or… Continue reading How Can My Louisiana Business Recover Lost Storm Revenue?


Louisiana HOA and COA Liens

We have previously discussed liens in the construction context and also outlined the steps to collect from non-paying unit owners, but these areas blend together and the Louisiana laws have codified in the Louisiana Condominium Act that the non-payment of fines, dues, and late fees can lead to the association having a privilege on the… Continue reading Louisiana HOA and COA Liens


In LA, Can A Member Be Held Liable For The Acts Of An LLC?

As previously discussed, there are many benefits to operating a business as an LLC, one of which being limited liability for the individual members of the company.  However, under certain circumstances, members can be held individually liable for their actions or inactions related to an LLC. LLC Members’ Individual Liability Louisiana Revised Statute 12:1320 provides… Continue reading In LA, Can A Member Be Held Liable For The Acts Of An LLC?


In LA, How Do I Immediately Stop Someone From Doing Harm?

In Louisiana, like everywhere else, the wheels of justice can seem to turn slowly.  However, in certain cases, the plaintiff may require immediate action in order to prohibit someone from causing further damage.  In such cases, injunctive relief may be appropriate.  Injunctions seek to preserve the status quo of a relationship between parties and prevent… Continue reading In LA, How Do I Immediately Stop Someone From Doing Harm?


Are Co-Owners Entitled to Rent?

In Louisiana, people can become co-owners of immovable property through various means, but the two most common methods are through marriage/divorce and through succession.  No matter how the property is acquired, it is universal that there must be consent of all of the co-owners, no matter how many, to sell, encumber, or lease the entirety… Continue reading Are Co-Owners Entitled to Rent?


Is Your HOA Demanding Changes Citing Covenant Violations?

In Louisiana, HOA’s and the issues that come with them forced the Louisiana legislature to enact the Louisiana Homeowners Association Act in the late 1990’s.  Since then, homeowners and associations have clashed over multiple issues including building restrictions and removing property which has been in place for years.  In this post, we discuss the Louisiana… Continue reading Is Your HOA Demanding Changes Citing Covenant Violations?


LA Supreme Court Upholds Enforceable Insurance Forum Clauses

On May 8, 2019, the Louisiana Supreme Court held that insurance policies requiring litigation to be brought in another state, even if the policy was issued and covered losses occurring in Louisiana, are valid which could lead to major consequences for Louisiana insureds. In Creekstone Juban I, LLC v. XL Insurance America, Inc., the Supreme… Continue reading LA Supreme Court Upholds Enforceable Insurance Forum Clauses


Disputing Insurance Property Damage Appraisal Tips

Businesses often carry general liability insurance, which covers property and content damages. Insurance policies are negotiated and are reviewed as an ordinary contract between the parties. In addition, courts are directed to rule in favor of coverage if there are any ambiguities or uncertainties, which helps the insurance policy holder in uncertain cases. When catastrophe… Continue reading Disputing Insurance Property Damage Appraisal Tips


What to do if Your Business Property Damage Claim is Denied

Introduction Businesses often carry multiple forms of insurance. Workers Compensations, business interruption and general liability insurance to name a few. If your business has contents such as office furniture and inventory, you will want to be sure you have insurance in case of a fire, flood, storm or other type of catastrophe. In addition, if… Continue reading What to do if Your Business Property Damage Claim is Denied


Is Your Non-Compete Agreement Enforceable?

Are non-competition employment agreements enforceable in Louisiana? Business owners understand that their businesses success was not handed to them. Hard work, creativity and good decision-making are some of the reasons their business is successful. In addition, any business that is growing understands the importance of hiring in order to support the business growth. When businesses… Continue reading Is Your Non-Compete Agreement Enforceable?


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