Washington County
Recent News About Washington County
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Piece of metal in sidewalk at Brenham apartment complex allegedly caused woman to fall
HOUSTON – A Washington County resident alleges she was injured at a Brenham apartment complex because a piece of metal caused her to trip and fall. -
14th Court of Appeals upholds ruling in case filed by man who alleged he was not paid more than $30,000 for work
HOUSTON – The 14th Court of Appeals affirmed a summary judgment on Oct. 4 in favor of a man who sued a construction company over allegations it didn’t pay him for work he performed. -
Washington Co. man seeks back compensation from tax preparation business
HOUSTON – A Washington County man who worked for a tax preparation business claims the latter had not adequately compensated him. -
Skinny Rita's Grille patron alleges she was injured in fall at restaurant when employee pulled out chair
HOUSTON – A Washington County woman alleges she was injured at a Houston restaurant when an employee pulled out her chair for her. -
Bill seeks to stop disrespect of ill veterans
More than 600,000 Texas veterans support U.S. Rep. Blake Farenthold's Furthering Asbestos Claims Transparency (FACT) Act, a bill designed to promote fairness and honesty in asbestos litigation and to increase transparency in asbestos trusts. -
Judge: FACT Act would prevent 'abuse' of double-dipping
HOUSTON – Attorneys double-dipping from asbestos trusts funds that rightfully belong to affected veterans is unacceptable, according to a past American Legion National commander and judge. -
How FACT Act would bring transparency to asbestos claims
Most Americans have seen those TV ads touting “billions of dollars” set aside for victims of mesothelioma, the lethal cancer associated with asbestos exposure. Few realize that these funds are also at the center of a national controversy that disproportionately affects military veterans. -
Delivery driver alleges Papa John's failed to pay overtime
HOUSTON — A Washington County woman has filed a class action lawsuit against Papa John’s, alleging violation of workers compensation acts in failing to pay overtime. -
Houston Premium Outlets shopper alleges she was injured in fall
HOUSTON – A Washington County woman alleges she slipped on liquid while shopping at a Cypress business and fell. -
Entergy sued over allegations of negligence leading to electrician's death
A father and mother from Washington County, Idaho are suing three energy production companies over claims of negligence resulting in their son's death. -
Widow sues employer over wrongful death when ‘copter pilot crashes
A Utah family is suing a California-based private aircraft corporation doing business in Jefferson County, alleging wrongful death pursuant to the Texas Survival Act in a 2013 accident that claimed the life of their husband and father. Lara Fitts of Washington County, UT, filed a lawsuit individually, as estate representative for Joshua Fitts, and as next friend of their minor childrebn Teague Joshua Fitts and Reece Star Fitts, against Rogers Helicopters Inc. in Jefferson County District Court -
Man says he was fired while awaiting kidney transplant
A Washington County man is suing over claims he was unlawfully fired while in the hospital receiving a kidney transplant. -
Suit filed after limo rear-ended hearse transferred
A suit filed locally by Alice Sorrells, who claims she was injured when the limo in which she was riding rear-ended the hearse in front of her, has been transferred to Washington County. -
Suit: Brenham woman faced harassment, termination over FMLA rights
GALVESTON - A Washington County woman has filed suit against the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services after it allegedly terminated her for exercising her rights under the Family Medical Leave Act. -
Legally Speaking: How Not to Get Out of Jury Duty (Part 1)
Lawyers get hit up for free legal advice all the time. One of the most frequently-asked questions is "how can I get out of jury duty?" -
Convenience store sued after man trips on handicap ramp
Convenience Store Sued For Improper Location of Handicap Ramp