Legal Question in Civil Rights Law in Louisiana

Errors & Omission???

I have been an insurance adjuster for 19+ years. Louisiana recently made it a law that adjusters now must be licensed. When I applied, I truthfully admitted in my application that I had a prior criminal record (non-felony). I was told I could not engage in any insurance work until I was vetted via a 18 USC 1033. After waiting nine months (and being forbidden to work in the insurance industry in the interim) for a decision, I was advised by the State that my situation did not require a waiver (duh???) . Do I now have grounds to sue the State/Dept of Insurance for lost opportunity, wages (past/present), etc?? If so, what type of lawyer should I seek to handle my case, i.e. employment, civil rights, etc???


Asked on 5/07/08, 4:48 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Nick Pizzolatto, Jr. Pizzolatto Law Office

Re: Errors & Omission???

I do not believe you have a cause of action.

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Answered on 5/08/08, 8:35 am
Adam Lambert The Law Office of Adam S. Lambert

Re: Errors & Omission???

Unfortunately, I agree. While Louisiana has waived its sovereign immunity, the state still enjoys immunity for "bad advice" given by state employees. You can't win this one.

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Answered on 5/08/08, 9:20 am


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