SOUTHEAST TEXAS RECORD

Carlos Cortes Begines has filed a lawsuit against Alex E. Sanango and Lucy Cervantes in Harris County after an unrestrained dog owned by them allegedly caused him serious injury. The suit claims negligence on part of the defendants for failing to control their pet and seeks significant financial compensation for damages including medical expenses and emotional distress.

Eddy Sam Khoury has filed a lawsuit against two individuals for negligence following a severe car accident in Harris County. The suit claims significant injuries due to reckless driving by one defendant and negligent entrustment by another. Damages sought range between $250K-$1M with representation by Lorin R. George from The Law Offices of Omar Khawaja PLLC.

Matthew Hebert has taken legal action against Chevron U.S.A., Inc., claiming negligence after sustaining serious injuries on one of their offshore platforms. Filed in Harris County District Court, this case highlights alleged failures in safety protocols by Chevron leading to substantial physical harm for which Hebert seeks significant compensation.

The Harris County Civil Court reported the following activity on Oct. 13 in the suits below:

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Sanitary Mattress Company alleging negligence after suffering severe injuries on their premises while performing job duties without adequate safety measures in place. The case seeks damages up to $1 million for alleged failures in maintaining workplace safety standards and providing necessary employee training and supervision.

A nail technician has taken legal action against AMC Nails following a slip-and-fall accident that resulted in severe injuries. Filed in Harris County District Court by Mai Phan on October 3rd, the lawsuit accuses the salon of negligence for failing to maintain safe premises. The plaintiff seeks over $1 million in damages for medical expenses and other losses incurred from her injury.

Ahmed Olayiwola has filed a lawsuit against LA Fitness alleging negligence after suffering severe injuries due to faulty gym equipment at one of their locations in Houston. The case seeks compensation between $250k-$1m for damages including medical expenses and loss of earnings capacity.

Kimberly Madaras has taken legal action against Wal-Mart Stores Texas after suffering injuries due to malfunctioning automatic doors at one of their stores in Houston. Filed in Harris County District Court on October 4th, she seeks compensation ranging from $250k-$1M for medical expenses and other damages resulting from alleged negligence by the retail giant.

In a distressing legal battle unfolding in Harris County District Court, Eloisa Lerma and Ernesto Dominguez have filed a lawsuit against Sun Behavioral Houston following the death of Roccio Dominguez due to alleged medical negligence. The plaintiffs claim that inadequate care led to severe injuries resulting in Roccio's untimely demise while under the facility's supervision. They seek damages exceeding $1 million for survival claims related to physical pain endured by Roccio before his death and wrongful death claims due to loss of companionship and mental anguish suffered by his family members.

Osman Reyes has filed a lawsuit against SRS Investment LLC, Sheza LLC, and RSS Business LLC after suffering injuries from a slip-and-fall at their laundromat in Houston. The case highlights allegations of negligence and unsafe premises leading to significant personal harm for which Reyes seeks substantial financial compensation.

Mario Mendez has filed a lawsuit against his former employer Gulf Coast Alloy Welding for negligence leading to severe injuries while on duty as a fitter at their Humble location in Texas. Filed on October 4th in Harris County District Court by Arnold & Itkin LLP attorneys Jason A. Itkin and Trenton A. Shelton; this case seeks over $1 million compensation citing unsafe work conditions without adequate support despite repeated requests from Mr.Mendez himself prior incidents occurring back November last year when he suffered debilitating back pain due lack proper equipment/assistance handling heavy metals alone outside factory premises where machinery unavailable unlike indoors setup aiding colleagues similarly tasked within same job role description given them routinely daily basis operationally speaking...

Leopoldo Peralta has filed a lawsuit against several healthcare companies alleging negligence after an injury sustained at their premises in Webster, Texas. The case highlights claims of unsafe conditions leading to substantial damages sought by Peralta.

A lawsuit has been filed against HMG Park Manor of CyFair alleging negligence led to Juana Mederos' death due to untreated pressure sores while under their care. Her son seeks damages exceeding $250K for this alleged gross negligence.

The Harris County Civil Court reported the following activity on Oct. 11 in the suits below:

Irene Castaneda has filed a lawsuit against two doctors and HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast after suffering injuries during a biopsy procedure where a surgical drape caught fire due to alleged negligence by medical staff. The suit seeks damages exceeding $75,000 for various physical and emotional hardships caused by this incident.

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A lawsuit has been filed against Wallisville Healthcare LLC., operating as EastView Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center in Houston, Texas by Kim Reynolds Locascio over allegations of negligence leading to her husband's death after inadequate care at their facility following surgery complications.

A Texas woman has filed a lawsuit against Costco Wholesale Corporation after allegedly sustaining injuries from slipping on their premises due to unsafe conditions. The suit claims negligence on part of Costco for failing to maintain safe conditions or provide adequate warnings about potential hazards at their Sugar Land location. The plaintiff seeks over $1 million in damages along with exemplary damages for gross negligence.

Tempura Food & Spices has taken legal action against Unity Cooling Systems after a defective freezer door allegedly caused a damaging fire at their Houston property. Seeking over $1 million in damages for negligence and breach of warranty claims, Tempura aims to recover repair costs and lost business income through this lawsuit filed in Harris County District Court.

Julie Ramos, third-year student at South Texas College of Law Houston, is the 2024-25 president of the Hispanic Law Students Association (HLSA). She will earn her JD degree in May 2025.