Monthly Archives: October 2008

Capitol Comment: Voting–An American Right and an Individual Responsibility

In just a few short days, the historic 2008 Presidential campaign will reach its conclusion as Americans cast their ballots to help elect the next Commander-in-Chief.
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Arguments, Campaigns & Elections, Their View

New business licenses/assumed names issued in Jefferson County

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New business licenses/assumed names issued in Jefferson County, Oct. 23-29, 2008 Read More »

Business, Jefferson County, News

Christus settles before appeal of $1.5 M verdict is heard

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Last month, the Record reported that on Oct. 30 the Texas’ Ninth Court of Appeals was to hear oral arguments from Christus Health lawyers as to why the court should nullify a $1.5 million verdict levied against the hospital last September.
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Jefferson County, Med-Mal, News

Recent real estate foreclosures in Orange County

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Recent real estate foreclosures in Orange County, Oct. 7-10, 2008 Read More »

Foreclosure, News, Orange County

McCown sues over unpaid equipment lease

McCown Paint and Supply of Texas has filed a breach of contract complaint against the owner of a Lumberton business, alleging he failed to pay a monthly lease amount for equipment. Represented by Daniel D. Clayton of Beaumont, McCown claims … Read More »

Contract, Jefferson County, News

Nigerian pharmacists sue UTMB over alleged discrimination

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GALVESTON � Four pharmacists at the University of Texas Medical Branch believe the 120-year-old medical institution is discriminating against them because of their nationalities.
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Civil Rights/Discrimination, Galveston County, News

Couple sues Blue Cross over denial of cancer claim

A Jefferson County woman and her husband have filed suit against Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas and a claims adjuster, alleging they were wrongfully denied coverage after the woman was diagnosed with colon cancer. Gloria and Rodney Landry claim … Read More »

Insurance, Jefferson County, News

Union Carbide, others named in Galveston asbestos suit

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GALVESTON � A Bacliff woman claims the Union Carbide Corporation and two other entities may have had a hand in her husband’s death from asbestos exposure, recent court documents say.
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Asbestos, Galveston County, News

Orange woman sues Carraba’s over fall at restaurant

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An Orange County woman has filed suit against Carraba/Outback, alleging she was injured after she fell on the floor at one of its restaurants.
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Jefferson County, News, Personal Injury

League City couple sues builder for elevation error

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GALVESTON � A League City couple is claiming the builders of their new $250,000 home erred in determining the house’s elevation.
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Contract, Galveston County, News