The SE Texas Record News
Law Center alum Pyke (’20 J.D., ’21 LL.M.) brings historic LGBTQ representation to Harris Health’s board of trustees
Dr. Cody Miller Pyke made history in 2023 as the first openly transgender and non-binary person to serve on the board of trustees for Harris Health.
Making Peace, One Conversation at a Time
It’s all too easy to find ourselves pulled into daily arguments that leave us upset and exhausted, and, what’s more, don’t achieve anything.
Judge signs off on verdict finding for gastric surgeon, who performed late plaintiff’s 2006 surgery
HOUSTON – A Texas state court judge has authorized a jury verdict which found in favor of a local surgeon, whose patient developed complications a decade after undergoing laparoscopic gastric band surgery in 2006 and later passed away in 2020.
Harris County Civil Court: Actions Taken on Sept. 24
The Harris County Civil Court reported the following activity on Sept. 24 in the suits below:
St. Mary’s University takes No. 1 spot in U.S. News & World Report Best Value in the West ranking
St. Mary’s University has secured top rankings in the 2025 edition of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges guide.
Student Spotlight: Ananya Dwivedi
As a returning Longhorn, I knew that the career and academic support I would receive at Texas Law would be unparalleled, as would be the opportunities provided.
Attorney General Ken Paxton Sues Biden Administration to Stop New Regulation that Illegally Attempts to Rewrite Federal Disability Law to Include “Gender Dysphoria”
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton led a multistate suit against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) and Biden Administration officials to block a new rule that unlawfully attempts to contort federal disability law to list “gender dysphoria” as a disability.
Legal Implications in Food & Beverage on October 2, 2024
Kendall Kelly Hayden will present “Legal Implications in Food & Beverage” at the Club Management Association of America BMI Food & Beverage Management program.
The Paralegal Role in Bankruptcy Cases – The Real Life Line on October 2, 2024
The Texas Advanced Paralegal Seminar is sponsored by the Paralegal Division of the State Bar of Texas and has earned a reputation as one of the formative continuing legal education conferences for paralegals across the State of Texas.
Plaintiff Accuses Apartment Complex of Negligence Leading to Injury
A Harris County resident has filed a lawsuit against her apartment complex for alleged negligence resulting in serious bodily injury after tripping on a damaged step. The plaintiff seeks up to $70,000 in damages for medical expenses and physical pain.
Texas Woman Sues Retail Giant Target Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
Pier Carter has filed a lawsuit against Target Corporation in Harris County District Court alleging negligence after slipping on water at one of their stores. She seeks up to $1 million for various damages including medical expenses and lost wages.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Nursing Home After Slip-and-Fall Incident
Latavia Carter seeks to overturn a previous court ruling dismissing her injury claim against FPACP Houston LLC d/b/a Focused Care at Westwood after slipping and falling on their premises in January 2020. She alleges negligence and procedural mishandling by the defendants and aims to have her case reinstated.
Employee Sues Manufacturing Company for Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
Myron J. Dostalik has filed a lawsuit against his employer Houston Metal Sawing LLC following an accident that caused severe injuries leading to amputations. The suit claims negligence on part of the company for failing to provide a safe work environment among other allegations.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Moving Company Following Gas Station Collision
Jacqueline White has filed a lawsuit against U-Haul Co., alleging negligence after being struck by one of their trucks at a gas station in Harris County last year. She seeks up to $1 million in damages for her injuries.
Local Resident Sues Cadillac Dealership Over Negligence Leading to Injuries
Joycelyn Mano has filed a lawsuit against Sewell Cadillac of Houston for negligence after slipping on a wet floor at their service area resulting in multiple injuries. The suit seeks up to $1 million in damages for medical expenses and other related costs.
Texas Resident Sues Major Auto Dealer Over Alleged Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
Martin Roman has filed a lawsuit against Group 1 Automotive in Harris County District Court over an incident where he was injured while inspecting a vehicle at one of their dealerships. He alleges negligence on multiple fronts and seeks over $1 million in damages.
Wind Turbine Mechanic Sues Renewable Energy Companies Over Severe Injury
A wind turbine service mechanic has filed a lawsuit against Post Oak Wind LLC and EDP Renewables North America LLC after being severely injured on the job due to alleged negligence. The plaintiff seeks over $1 million in damages for medical expenses and other losses.
Tenant Sues Apartment Complex Over Negligence Leading to Serious Injuries
Katherine Mayorga has filed a lawsuit against Ashford Glens Apartments and HK Capital Management for negligence resulting in severe injuries from a slip-and-fall incident caused by broken plumbing. She seeks over $1 million in damages for medical expenses, pain and suffering among other claims.
Plaintiff sues grocery chain for negligence after slip-and-fall incident
Leivy Chevez Portillo has filed a lawsuit against Fiesta Mart L.L.C., its d/b/a entity Fiesta Mart, and Chedraui USA Inc., alleging negligence after slipping on shampoo at one of their stores. The plaintiff seeks up to $1 million for damages including medical expenses and lost wages.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Local Business Following Severe Injury
Charisma O'Bryant has filed a lawsuit against Vaughn R. Taylor and associated entities following severe injuries sustained at Taylor's of Houston due to alleged unsafe conditions on their property. The case seeks damages between $250K-$1M for negligence and failure to maintain safe premises.