Cordova v. Louisiana State University Health Science Center

**Employment Medical Exam Case: Cordova v. Louisiana State University Health Science Center** This case involved a dispute over a pre-employment medical examination. A job applicant sued a doctor and medical practice, claiming they were negligent and made false statements during a medical exam required by a potential employer (Hollywood Trucking, Inc.). The applicant argued that problems with the medical exam hurt their chances of getting the job. The court ruled against the job applicant. Both the trial court and appeals court found that the doctor and medical practice did not owe any legal duty to the job applicant. The courts dismissed all claims for negligence and fraudulent misrepresentation, meaning the applicant received no compensation. **What this means for workers:** This ruling shows that doctors who conduct pre-employment medical exams primarily serve the employer who hired them, not the job applicant being examined. If something goes wrong with a required medical exam that affects your job prospects, you may have limited legal options against the medical professionals involved. Workers should understand that employment medical exams are typically designed to protect the employer's interests, not necessarily the applicant's rights.