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Legislature's tactics to delay execution of Robert Roberson rejected by Texas Supreme Court
AUSTIN - The Texas Supreme Court has found lawmakers can't use any means necessary to delay the execution of a death-row inmate.
Harris County Civil Court: Actions Taken on Nov. 12
The Harris County Civil Court reported the following activity on Nov. 12 in the suits below:
Future 1L Dedicates Year to Public Interest
The Weil Legal Innovators Program enables incoming Texas Law students to explore public interest opportunities.
Professor Nanasi Moderates 2024 Texas Trailblazer Awards
SMU Dedman School of Law Associate Professor Natalie Nanasi served as the moderator during a wide-ranging discussion on domestic violence and social change at The Family Place’s 2024 Texas Trailblazer Awards Luncheon in October.
Scott Bailey joins Jones Day's Corporate Practice in Dallas
The global law firm Jones Day has announced that Scott Bailey has joined the Firm as of counsel in the Corporate Practice. He is based in the Dallas Office.
Bar Patron Alleges Assault Against Houston Entertainment Companies
Samantha Valenzuela has filed a lawsuit against multiple entertainment companies after an alleged assault at a Houston bar left her injured.
Plaintiff Accuses Apartment Management Companies and Security Firm of Negligence Leading to Wrongful Death
In a lawsuit filed in Harris County District Court on November 7th, Teresa Haygood accuses multiple property management companies and a security firm of negligence after her mother was fatally shot in her Houston apartment.
Former Employee Alleges Discrimination Against Marathon Oil Company
Julianne Mondelli has filed a lawsuit against Marathon Oil Company alleging sex and national origin discrimination along with retaliation following complaints about unfair treatment at work.
Customer Sues Grocery Chain Fiesta Mart Over Slip-and-Fall Incident
Margarita Palacios has filed a lawsuit against grocery chain Fiesta Mart following a slip-and-fall incident at their Houston location that resulted in severe injuries.
Plaintiff Alleges Staffing Agency Violated Overtime Pay Laws
William Collier has filed a lawsuit against Corporate Employment Resources Inc., alleging violations of federal labor laws concerning unpaid overtime wages.
Nov. 11: Harris County Civil Court docket for "other civil case" cases
The following cases categorized as "other civil case" were on the docket in the Harris County Civil Court on Nov. 11. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Nov. 11: Harris County Civil Court docket for "contract - other" cases
The following cases categorized as "contract - other" were on the docket in the Harris County Civil Court on Nov. 11. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Nov. 11: Harris County Civil Court docket for "real property - condemnation" cases
The following cases categorized as "real property - condemnation" were on the docket in the Harris County Civil Court on Nov. 11. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Nov. 11: Harris County Civil Court docket for "other injury or damage" cases
The following cases categorized as "other injury or damage" were on the docket in the Harris County Civil Court on Nov. 11. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Told they must make settlement public, sides want it off the record
GALVESTON - Nevermind, sides are telling a Texas federal magistrate judge they initially asked to approve their Fair Labor Standards Act settlement.
Harris County Civil Court: Actions Taken on Nov. 11
The Harris County Civil Court reported the following activity on Nov. 11 in the suits below:
Nov. 11: Harris County Civil Court docket for "contract - consumer/commercial/debt" cases
The following cases categorized as "contract - consumer/commercial/debt" were on the docket in the Harris County Civil Court on Nov. 11. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Nov. 11: Harris County Civil Court docket for "injury or damage - motor vehicle" cases
The following cases categorized as "injury or damage - motor vehicle" were on the docket in the Harris County Civil Court on Nov. 11. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Nov. 11: Harris County Civil Court docket for "cases appealed from lower courts" cases
The following cases categorized as "cases appealed from lower courts" were on the docket in the Harris County Civil Court on Nov. 11. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Veterans Day Student Spotlight: Matthew J. Alarcon, President, Veteran Law Students Association
Matthew J. Alarcon, a proud, prior-service U.S. Marine and a student at South Texas College of Law Houston, is the first generation of his family to be born in the United States.