News from September 2011
Honoring Our Local Heroes: Texas' Volunteer Firefighters
As recent wildfires ravaged parts of Texas, destroying homes and property in their path, thousands of Texans were displaced and endured tremendous losses.
Pastor can keep preaching at Port Arthur church
First Sixth Street Baptist Church, Port Arthur A Thursday hearing to issue a temporary injunction against a Port Arthur pastor ended with no ruling from Judge Donald Floyd, 172nd District Court, thus allowing the reverend to keep on preaching.
E-C Transportation sued for employee's collision
Beaumont resident Jack Nicholas has filed suit against E-C Transportation and one of its employees, Jimmy Lonnett, who allegedly caused a collision last month.
Underinsured motorist benefits suit filed against Farmers
Port Arthur resident Donald Crane is suing his insurance company, Farmers Texas County Mutual, for underinsured motorist benefits.
Suit alleges motorist pulled out into traffic from shoulder
Buna resident Julian McGalin has filed suit against Nederland local Jason Dale, who allegedly pulled out into traffic from the shoulder and struck McGalin's vehicle.
Postal worker suit seems to beg for downsizing
Postal clerk Sandra Kay Gilbert is suing the U.S. Postal Service in the Tyler Division of the Eastern District of Texas because her supervisor asked her to substantiate her need for a third medical leave in less than 12 months.
Woman sued for disregarding traffic light, causing collision
Allen Ayres has filed suit against fellow Beaumont resident Amber Baer, who allegedly disregarded a traffic light and slammed into his vehicle.
Woman sues after pit bull attack
Alleging that she'll require plastic surgery after a pit bull bit her in the face, Katherine Welch has filed suit against the dog's owner, Port Neches resident Jessie Peterson Jr.
Engineer sues UPR for 'jolt' to back
A locomotive engineer has filed suit against his employer, Union Pacific Railroad, alleging an "unexpected jolt" injured his back.
Suit filed over crane collapse at Motiva
Ammons Luis Guajardo is suing Motiva Enterprises and Becon Construction for injuries he received when a crane collapsed at the refinery.
Laborer who received worker's comp sues
Although he already received worker's compensation for an on-the-job injury, Hiawatha Ryan Jr. has filed suit against Hit Services and Fagen Inc.
Mom claiming dog knocked son into ditch settles for $25K
A woman claiming a dog knocked her minor son into a ditch has settled with the canine's owner for $25,000.
Slip & fall filed against McDonalds
Beaumont resident Debra Harvey has filed a slip-and-fall lawsuit against R.E.E. Inc., doing business as McDonalds.
'Ultimate Fight' night at Gold Club ends in beat down, lawsuit
The Gold Club, Beaumont A local man claims he was assaulted two years ago while watching an "Ultimate Fight" broadcast at The Gold Club.
Injured woman seeks $660K, including $425K for pain and mental anguish
A Vidor woman is suing CMC Recycling for injuries she received when she slipped on a scrap metal scale.
Defendant company makes discovery request in benzene suit
McKesson Corp. has submitted its first set of discovery to plaintiff Claude Villemez, who claims he was exposed to benzene while working as an electrician.
Beaumont attorney announces bid for Congress
Beaumont attorney Jay Old, joined by his wife, Ann Clary, announces his candidacy for the 14th Congressional District at a press conference Sept. 20 at Beaumont City Hall. Republican Jay Old, a Beaumont attorney, announced his candidacy to succeed retiring U.S. Rep. Ron Paul in the newly drawn 14th Congressional District.
Legally Speaking: Banned for Life? Yes, They Can Really Do That
Many of us recall the "Soup Nazi" episode of the sitcom Seinfeld, and how its titular character (based on the real-life New York restauranteur) achieved pop culture iconic status with the catchphrase "No soup for you!"
Jefferson County files 5 tax suits against Brent Coon
Coon Five new property tax lawsuits seeking money owed from Beaumont attorney Brent Coon have been filed in Jefferson County District Court.
Friendswood attorney sues would-be client for defamation
Griffin GALVESTON - A Friendswood attorney has filed a $1 million libel lawsuit against a Webster man, stating the latter wrongfully accused him of helping his ex-wife secure a divorce.