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Plaintiffs Allege Major Chemical Companies' Negligence Led to Chronic Illness
A Texas couple is suing several major chemical companies for alleged negligence resulting in chronic illness due to toxic exposure over decades. Filed on September 27th in Harris County District Court by Eddie Marshall Foster and Becky Sue Foster against corporations including Ashland Inc., Chevron U.S.A., Shell USA among others; they seek up to $10 million for damages including medical expenses and punitive measures against negligent practices.
Autotuning Business Accuses Individual of Defamation Over Online Allegations
Project Gamma has filed a lawsuit against Jake Paterson for defamation following damaging comments made online about their business practices. Filed in Harris County District Court on September 25th, the suit seeks up to $250k in damages for alleged reputational harm caused by false claims shared on a car enthusiast forum.
Oct. 7: Harris County Civil Court docket for "injury or damage - motor vehicle" cases
The following cases categorized as "injury or damage - motor vehicle" were on the docket in the Harris County Civil Court on Oct. 7. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Oct. 7: Harris County Civil Court docket for "contract - consumer/commercial/debt" cases
The following cases categorized as "contract - consumer/commercial/debt" were on the docket in the Harris County Civil Court on Oct. 7. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Oct. 7: Harris County Civil Court docket for "contract - other" cases
The following cases categorized as "contract - other" were on the docket in the Harris County Civil Court on Oct. 7. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Oct. 7: Harris County Civil Court docket for "cases appealed from lower courts" cases
The following cases categorized as "cases appealed from lower courts" were on the docket in the Harris County Civil Court on Oct. 7. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Oct. 7: Harris County Civil Court docket for "real property - harris county condemnation" cases
The following cases categorized as "real property - harris county condemnation" were on the docket in the Harris County Civil Court on Oct. 7. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Oct. 7: Harris County Civil Court docket for "real property - condemnation" cases
The following cases categorized as "real property - condemnation" were on the docket in the Harris County Civil Court on Oct. 7. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Oct. 7: Harris County Civil Court docket for "other civil case" cases
The following cases categorized as "other civil case" were on the docket in the Harris County Civil Court on Oct. 7. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Harris County Civil Court: Actions Taken on Oct. 7
The Harris County Civil Court reported the following activity on Oct. 7 in the suits below:
Oct. 7: Harris County Civil Court docket for "other injury or damage" cases
The following cases categorized as "other injury or damage" were on the docket in the Harris County Civil Court on Oct. 7. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Oct. 7: Harris County Civil Court docket for "real property - state of texas condemnation" cases
The following cases categorized as "real property - state of texas condemnation" were on the docket in the Harris County Civil Court on Oct. 7. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Lender had to know about hurricane lawyers' scheme, class action plaintiff argues
HOUSTON - A lender that fronted millions of dollars to a legal marketing company caught up in allegations property owners were taken advantage of by a Texas law firm shouldn't be let off the hook, the plaintiff in a class action lawsuit says.
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A Global Mission Rooted in Justice: Baylor Lawyer Tope Tokan-Lawal, JD 11, is Protecting and Empowering the Children of Lagos, Nigeria
When tragedy struck Adefoworola Olutope (Tope) Tokan-Lawal, JD ‘11, at a young age, it ignited a profound and unwavering passion for justice that has shaped her life and career.
Gunvor USA LLC Challenges Non-Compete Clause Against Former Employer MPG Operations
In a recent legal filing by Gunvor USA LLC against MPG Operations LLC and others in Harris County District Court on September 26th, issues surrounding non-compete agreements have come into focus. The case questions whether Texas or New York laws should govern such agreements when an employee transitions between companies within similar industries but different operational scopes.
Homeowners' Group Sues Local Resident Over Unpaid Assessments
A homeowners' association in Harris County has filed a lawsuit against resident Francisco Jaimes for failing to pay community assessments totaling over $3,700. The association seeks repayment along with foreclosure rights on his property if debts remain unsettled.
Customer Sues Retail Chain Over Negligence After Store Injury
Rhonda Brown Rollins has filed a lawsuit against Family Dollar Stores of Texas following an injury sustained at one of their locations due to alleged negligence regarding a hazardous mat placement. The suit seeks damages up to $74,999 for medical expenses and emotional distress caused by the incident.
Customer Alleges Negligence Against Mister Car Wash Following Malfunction Incident
Linda Lee has taken legal action against CWP Asset Corp., operating as Mister Car Wash, after sustaining injuries due to a car wash malfunction in Houston on August 24th. Filed in Harris County District Court on September 27th by attorneys David K. Mestemaker and Norman Straub, Lee's suit seeks damages under premises liability laws for alleged negligence in maintaining safe conditions at their facility.