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Mother alleges bus driver assaulted son, sues Galveston ISD
Numerous Galveston Independent School District employees face a lawsuit from a woman who alleges her son was sexually assaulted by his bus driver. Debra Lammon, individually and as next of friend of her minor son identified in the suit only as "X", filed suit July 2 in the Galveston Division of the Southern District of Texas against the Galveston Independent School District, by and through the Board
Wrongful death suit filed over helicopter crash
The family of a man killed in a helicopter crash is suing the aircraft's owner for negligence.
Crane operator sues over worksite injury
An alleged injury at a Texas worksite has prompted a lawsuit.
Jefferson County crash leads to lawsuit against energy companies
A lawsuit has been filed after an injury allegedly occurred in a collision at an intersection.Richard Powell filed suit June 17 in Jefferson County District Court against Enrique Perlasca, EAN Holdings LLC, individually and doing business as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and El Paso LLC, individually and doing business as El Paso Energy Corp., El Paso Corp., El Paso Gas Corp., El Paso Gas Transmission Co
Beaumont schools administrator named in retaliation suit by press officer
A school district employee is suing, claiming a conspiracy is trying to get rid of him following his participation in an investigation.Ronald Reynolds filed suit June 19 in Jefferson County District Court against Beaumont Independent School District and Superintendent Timothy Chargois. Reynolds is an employee of the defendant school district as a school business volunteer supervisor. He also serves
AT&T sued after woman allegedly injured at Port Arthur store
A lawsuit has been filed by a woman who allegedly tripped and was injured at a Port Arthur store.Vergie Stelly filed suit June 19 in Jefferson County District Court against New Cingular Wireless PCS LLC, doing business as AT&T Mobility, and Celina Dotson.According to the complaint, Stelly was on the defendant's property at 8445 Memorial Blvd., Suite 100, in Port Arthur on July 17, 2013, when she
Injured woman sues following vehicle collision
A two-vehicle collision has led to a lawsuit. Mia Winters filed suit June 19 in Jefferson County District Court against Valencia Williams. According to the complaint, on Sept. 17 Winters was driving her vehicle when it was struck by a vehicle driven by Williams, resulting in permanent injuries to the plaintiff.The defendant is accused of failing to control the speed of her vehicle, driving at high
Relative wants ailing man's deposition for potential lawsuit
The relative of a former oil worker is seeking the court's permission to record a deposition for an upcoming lawsuit.Scott Nugent filed a petition June 18 in Jefferson County District Court to perpetuate the testimony of Richard "Dick" Nugent in an upcoming lawsuit. According to the petition, Scott Nugent anticipates filing a lawsuit against Richard's former employers Chevron U.S.A. Inc. and Texaco
Jefferson County collision leads to lawsuit
A man is suing after allegedly being injured in a collision.Joe Elliot filed suit June 19 in Jefferson County District Court against Frank Nessour.According to the complaint, on March 18 Elliot was riding in a vehicle driven by his wife in Jefferson County when it was collided into by a vehicle driven by Nessour.
Insurers sued over water damage at law offices
A Harris County woman has filed suit claiming her insurers failed to pay on a property damage claim. Sandra Ferguson, doing business as Ferguson Firm, filed suit June 17 in Jefferson County District Court against Hartford Funds Distributors LLC and R.O. Williams & Co. Inc.According to the complaint, on Dec. 1, 2011, the law firm at 1122 Orleans St., Beaumont, sustained significant damage while
Beaumont couple sues insurer over business fire damage
An insurance company is being sued for allegedly failing to pay for repairs to a Beaumont business. Hall-McSween's Canvas & Upholstery Inc., Brett Harrington and Kim Harrington filed suit June 13 in Jefferson County District Court against United Fire Lloyds. According to the complaint, the plaintiffs owned property at 1075 Calder St., Beaumont, which was insured by the defendant on Sept. 8, when
Oil companies sued after death of Port Arthur man
The family of a refinery worker is suing the man's former employer after he died from a disease allegedly related to chemical exposure at work. Clara Manganice, as surviving spouse of Fred Manganice, deceased, and Joan Hudspeth, Larry Manganice, Don Manganice and Fred Manganice Jr., surviving children of Fred Manganice, filed suit June 18 in Jefferson County District Court against Chevron U.S.A. In
Oil companies sued after death of Port Arthur man
The family of an oil worker is suing after he died from a disease allegedly related to chemical exposure at work.
Woman on job interview falls, sues city of Port Arthur
A lawsuit has been filed after a woman allegedly fell during a job interview. Avis W. Lamotte filed suit June 16 in Jefferson County District Court against Port Arthur Elderly Housing Corp., O.W. Collins Apartments and the city of Port Arthur.
Beaumont Independent School District, administrator named in retaliation suit
A school district employee is suing on claims a conspiracy is trying to get rid of him following his participation in an investigation.
Robotics company sues for unpaid commissions
A Beaumont company is suing to recover money allegedly owed by a Michigan company.C&D Skilled Robotics Inc. filed a lawsuit May 20 in Jefferson County District Court against TGW Systems Inc., citing breach of contract. According to the complaint, on May 8, 2008, the two companies involved in the suit entered into an agreement where C&D was to receive a 5 percent commission for all equipment,
Developer, contractors face suit after woman trips in Port Arthur
A Jefferson County woman is suing after allegedly tripping and falling outside her apartment complex.Emily Dobbs filed suit May 20 in Jefferson County District Court against Realtex Development Corp., Realtex Development Southeast LLC, Colton Commercial USA Inc., M&G Reconstruction, Jerald Geiger Jr., FSC Pavement Marking, Donald Pleasant Sr. and Donald Pleasant Jr.
Two-car collision leads to lawsuit
A collision in Port Arthur has prompted a lawsuit.Juwon Dancy filed a lawsuit May 20 in Jefferson County District Court against Kerry Wayne Roberts, citing negligence. According to the complaint, Dancy was driving at the intersection of Dequeen and Thomas boulevards in Port Arthur on Aug. 6, when a vehicle driven by Roberts collided with the plaintiff's vehicle.The accident was caused by the defendant's
Progressive policy holder sues to receive reimbursement on claim
A woman is suing her insurance company after they failed to pay on her accident claim.
Woman sues after injury from U.S. Highway 90 collision
An accident in Beaumont has resulted in injuries and a lawsuit.