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School bus driver who wouldn't ride with gay man loses lawsuit
GALVESTON - A Texas City school bus driver who says he was fired for refusing to ride in a car with a gay man has lost his second lawsuit, thanks to his timing being off.
Legal and medical experts say the Dobbs decision has left a quagmire of questions
Professors from the University of Houston Law Center and the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine participated in a panel discussion earlier this month to address the legal and medical landscape concerning women’s reproductive health since the Supreme Court ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization.
Greenberg Traurig’s Roland Garcia Named World Affairs Council of Greater Houston 2024 Global Leader of Influence
Roland Garcia, a shareholder in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP’s Houston office, was named a 2024 Global Leader of Influence by The World Affairs Council of Greater Houston.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Transport Service After Injury Incident
Willie Haywood has filed a lawsuit against Scubby Transportation Services following an incident where he sustained severe injuries due to alleged negligence by the transport company.
Plaintiff sues multiple energy service companies over alleged negligence leading to workplace injury
An Oklahoma worker has filed a lawsuit against three major energy service companies after sustaining severe injuries due to alleged negligence at a rig site in Midland, Texas.
Texas Shopper Sues Grocery Chain Fiesta Mart Over Negligence Following Slip-and-Fall Incident
Jody Wortham has taken legal action against Fiesta Mart after sustaining injuries from a slip-and-fall accident at one of their Houston locations in December 2022.
Houston Shopper Sues Grocery Giant Over Negligence After Slip-and-Fall Incident
A Houston woman has filed a lawsuit against Whole Foods Market Services after suffering injuries from slipping on pooled water at one of their stores due to alleged negligence.
Temple Law Clinic Students Win Appeal with Precedential Opinion from Third Circuit
Student-advocates in Temple Law’s Federal Appellate Litigation Clinic have won an appeal in prisoners’ rights litigation before the Third Circuit Court of Appeals. Don Arrington, Cara Costanzo, Jen Hance, and Stephanie Terinoni – now graduates in the Class of 2024.
Pa. startup grows mushroom-based coffins with support from Penn State Law clinics
When his wife, Kat Mackenzie, suffered a massive stroke, Max Justice — a cybersecurity doctoral student at the time — began researching ways to support her recovery. He discovered research by Paul Stamets, a renowned U.S. mycologist, on the numerous health benefits associated with mushrooms.
Legally blind teacher not qualified for job, judge says in discrimination case
GALVESTON - A legally blind teacher is appealing her loss in a lawsuit against the Galveston Independent School District, which allegedly reneged on hiring her rather than accommodate her disability.
Baylor Law Students Advocate for Domestic Violence Awareness
In a united effort to raise awareness for domestic violence victims, Baylor Law students participated in Go Purple Day – a national event aimed at visually supporting those affected by domestic violence.
Vice Admiral (Ret.) U.S. Navy JAG Shares Leadership Advice at Agosto Center Lecture
During the third annual Agosto Center Lecture Tuesday at South Texas College of Law Houston, Nanette “Nan” DeRenzi, vice admiral (ret.) U.S. Navy JAG, presented “Keep Moving Forward: Awareness, Access, and Attitude.”
Attorney General Ken Paxton Makes Criminal Referral to DOJ Concerning Widespread Suspect Political Donations Made Through ActBlue’s Fundraising Platform
Attorney General Ken Paxton made a criminal referral to the Department of Justice (“DOJ”) detailing the results of an investigation that revealed how suspicious actors seemingly use ActBlue’s political fundraising platform to make illegal straw donations.
Restaurant Patron Alleges Negligence Against Dining Establishments Following Severe Injury
Cristina Soberano has filed a lawsuit against RCI Holdings Inc., BMB Dining Services (Pearland) Inc., and Bombshells US 290 after suffering significant injuries from a fall at one of their restaurants.
Car Wash Negligence: Injured Customer Sues Triple J Mart for Unsafe Conditions
Victor Manuel Reyes Pozos has filed a lawsuit against Triple J Mart after sustaining injuries at their car wash due to alleged negligence.
Plaintiffs Allege Negligence Against Restaurant Owners After Glass Panel Incident
In a recent lawsuit filed in Harris County District Court on October 14th by Apryl Stewart and Jordan Shapiro against Rumi's Post Oak LLC among others; allegations include severe injuries due to negligence after a glass panel fell during their...
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Former Employer ANC Farm Over Workplace Injury
Vilma Sarmiento Loarca has filed a lawsuit against her former employer ANC Farm and its supervisor Cong Chi Vu following an alleged workplace injury due to negligence at a chicken farm in Timpson, Texas.
Family Accuses Therapist of Negligence Leading to Tragic Death
A grieving family has taken legal action against a therapist they claim failed their son during critical times leading up to his suicide.
Patient Alleges Negligence Against Houston Medical Team Following Surgery
Marie L. Flanagan-Crissler has filed a lawsuit against Dr.Stephen Incavo,Houston Methodist Hospital,and others for alleged negligence during her hip replacement surgery.
Refinery Workers Sue Major Oil Companies Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
A group of workers has filed a lawsuit against Deer Park Refining Limited Partnership and others after sustaining severe injuries due to alleged negligence at a Texas refinery.