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Former client sues O'Quinn Law Firm for $100M claiming misrepresentation
A Florida businessman is suing the law firm of the late John O’Quinn, claiming the Houston firm provided him with false information that led to around $100 million in damages.
Lance Armstrong appeals to Texas Supreme Court to stop repayment of $12M in bonuses
When Austin cyclist Lance Armstrong won a Tour de France, he received a bonus from a promotional company. But after Armstrong admitted he used performance-enhancing drugs to win the races, SCA Promotions wants its money back.
Recent patent infringement cases filed in the Eastern District of Texas
BEAUMONT DIVISION
Provost Umphrey attorney wins settlement in Georgia-Pacific case
After four weeks of trial in Georgia, a Beaumont attorney has won a settlement for a man left disabled by an industrial accident.
Recent patent infringement cases filed in the Eastern District of Texas
MARSHALL DIVISION
Legal workshop for parents of special needs children set for today
The Jefferson County Young Lawyers Association will host a legal workshop for parents of autistic and special needs children.
Texas jury awards $1.2M for woman's injuries from J&J mesh sling
A Texas jury recently ordered that Johnson & Johnson and its Ethicon unit must pay $1.2 million to a former nurse who was injured by one of the manufacturer’s mesh slings used to treat incontinence.
Coon's firm seeks TRO extension over lost box of client files
A Beaumont law firm is seeking more time to prevent a Utah company from transferring mail containing sensitive information that it received by accident.
Deadline nears for South Texas hail damage suits
Two years ago, south Texas was hit by two devastating hailstorms. Now the statute of limitations is almost up for residents to file lawsuits over their damage claims.
Jefferson County remembers victims of violent crime
The Jefferson County Crime Victims’ Coalition hosted its 24th Annual Crime Victims’ Candlelight Vigil on April 10.
Recent patent infringement cases filed in the Eastern District of Texas
MARSHALL DIVISION
Aspen Healthcare dismissed from overtime wage suit
A Dallas area home health agency has been dismissed from a lawsuit filed by a former employee.
Houston ethics attorney disbarred over violations of rules of professional conduct
A Houston attorney known for representing lawyers facing ethics complaints has been disbarred for his own unethical actions.
Perry appoints Rugg to 58th District Court
Gov. RickPerry has appointed Tom Rugg to the unexpired term on the Jefferson County 58th District Court bench, replacing Bob Wortham, who resigned in March to run for Jefferson County District Attorney.
Recent patent infringement cases filed in the Eastern District of Texas
MARSHALL DIVISION
Recent patent infringement cases filed in the Eastern District of Texas
MARSHALL DIVISION
Judge Floyd rules Denbury Green Pipeline can use eminent domain, despite previous reversal from Texas Supreme Court
For the second time, Jefferson County District Court Judge Donald Floyd has declared the Denbury Green pipeline to be a common carrier with the power of eminent domain, despite the fact that the Texas Supreme Court has already overturned that decision once.
Commercial fishermen file first suit over Saturday's oil spill in Galveston Bay
A group of Galveston area commercial and sports fishermen have filed the first lawsuit over Saturday’s oil spill in the Houston Ship Channel.
Jefferson County jury's $32M judgment against Domino's makes list of top verdicts
A $32 million judgment against Domino’s Pizza by a Jefferson County jury has been named one of the top verdicts of 2013.