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2019 Louisiana Legislative Regular Session – Bill Tracking
The 2019 Louisiana legislative regular session convened on Monday, April 8, 2019, and will adjourn no later than 6:00 pm on Thursday, June 6, 2019. The chart below outlines updates on the pending bills of interest regarding Louisiana workers’ compensation. Bill # Author Topic/Summary Status HB51 Huval AUTO LIABILITY – changes present law to allow […]
- April 16, 2019
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Appeal Case Addresses Fair Value Determination of a Withdrawing Shareholder’s Shares
A recent Third Circuit Court of Appeals case, Kolwe v. Civil and Structural Engineers, Inc., 2018-398 (LA.App. 3 Cir. 2/21/19), — So. 3d — (2019), addressed the issue of valuation of a withdrawing shareholder’s shares and provided some clarity as to how one is to determine the “fair value” to be assigned to such shares. […]
- April 5, 2019
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Louisiana Supreme Court Declines to Review Barber
On Monday, February 18, 2019, the Louisiana Supreme Court narrowly denied plaintiffs’ writ application in Barber v. Louisiana Workforce Commission. The 4-3 decision follows the First Circuit Court of Appeal’s October 2018 decision dissolving a series of permanent injunctions granted by the trial court, and upholding the medical treatment review process enacted under La. R.S. […]
- February 22, 2019
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First Circuit Court of Appeal Rules Social Media as Discoverable
On Friday, February 15, 2019, the First Circuit Court of Appeal reversed a ruling denying the production of social media as part of discovery in response to a Writ from Lafayette Allen & Gooch Partner Keith Landry. At the time of the initial Workers’ Compensation Judge’s ruling, there was no precedent within Louisiana state courts […]
- February 15, 2019
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Allen & Gooch Named Title Sponsor of 2019 Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Educational Conference
LAFAYETTE, LA – Allen & Gooch, A Law Corporation is the proud Title Sponsor of the 2019 Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Educational Conference. The conference will take place January 16-18, 2019 at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside. The annual conference represents a unique opportunity for workers’ compensation professionals to focus on the most critical issues facing […]
- December 18, 2018
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Patrick F. Robinson Quoted on Louisiana’s High Claim Cost for Workers’ Comp Cases
New Orleans Partner Patrick F. Robinson provided insight on the high cost per claim for Louisiana workers’ compensation in an article published on July 11, 2018 by the Greater Baton Rouge Business Report. Although the state is consistently in the ranking for fewest workplace injuries, studies show Louisiana employers pay higher workers’ compensation rates than […]
- July 23, 2018
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Clay M. Allen Honored with 2016 Civic Cup
First presented almost 25 years before he was born, it could be argued that the Civic Cup of Lafayette – which recognizes outstanding contributions to the community – was designed with Clay Allen in mind. In almost every area that is important to a vibrant community, including health care, education and economic development, Clay Allen […]
- October 18, 2016
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Flynn Named Fellow of College of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers
Frank Flynn, Partner at Allen & Gooch, has been inducted into the College of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers. The ceremony, which took place on March 12, 2016, was held in New Orleans at the CWCL annual meeting. The College of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers honors attorneys who have distinguished themselves in the practice of workers’ compensation law. […]
- April 21, 2016
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INNOV8: Allen & Gooch to Host Professional Services Panel, Launch Hour
Free Presentation to Introduce Entrepreneurs, Start-ups, and Small Businesses to Key Professional Service Providers Lafayette, Louisiana – April 21, 2014 – The law firm of Allen & Gooch will be hosting a Professional Services Panel as part of the Launch Hour series for INNOV8 2014. The event will be held at the Acadiana Center for […]
- April 21, 2014
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INNOV8: Allen & Gooch to Host Start-Up Crash Course, Launch Hour
Free Presentation Targeted Towards Entrepreneurs, Start-Ups, and Small Businesses Lafayette, Louisiana – April 21, 2014 – The law firm of Allen & Gooch will be hosting a Start-Up Crash Course as part of the Launch Hour series for INNOV8 2014. The event will be held at the Acadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W Vermilion […]
- April 21, 2014
