News from August 2007
Fall over missed step lands plaintiff $700,000 verdict
When Flo Wilson missed a step and broke her hip at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital, her husband James Wilson testified in court that he put down his golf clubs, rushed to her side and then began "belligerently" yelling at the hospital's staff � threatening all the while to call renowned plaintiff's attorney Walter Umphrey.
Tyler lawyer sentenced: 10 years, $9 million in restitution
TYLER -- A Tyler lawyer has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison and ordered to pay more than $9 million in restitution for wire fraud.
Family files wrongful death suit against nursing home
Dan Packard The family of Alice Wyatt claim their matriarch's final days were filled with unnecessary pain and suffering. They are suing the hospital, nursing home and medical personnel entrusted with Wyatt's care.
BBB cautions consumers to investigate before investing
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) and the Federal Trade Commission have launched a consumer education initiative on investment fraud.
New business licenses/assumed names issued by the Jefferson County Clerk
Orig. Filing Date: 08/23/2007 Certificate #: 71253
79-year-old sues for butadiene exposure
A worker at Firestone's synthetic rubber plant in Orange for 43 years, Edward Blankenstein, 79, says he was "negligently" exposed to butadiene during his long tenure.
Recent real estate foreclosures filed in Jefferson County
- The U.S. Bank National Association has filed a foreclosure application against the property of Annabella and Eric Hayes, located at 2020 Duff Drive, Port Arthur, Texas 77642.
States settle with heart defibrillator manufacturer
Ventak Prizm 2 DALLAS � Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott and 35 state attorneys general reached a $16.75 million settlement with the maker of an implantable heart defibrillator on Aug. 30.
Orange woman sues Allstate, adjusters over Rita claim
With the two-year anniversary of Hurricane Rita approaching, Golden Triangle lawyers and area residents are scrambling to file policy claim lawsuits before the statute of limitations runs out.
PAISD officially desegregated after 37 years in court
U.S. District Judge Thad Heartfield It has taken almost 40 years, but the Port Arthur Independent School District is now officially desegregated.
Oilfield company fighting same plaintiff in two venues
MARSHALL -- Headquartered in Houston, oilfield support company Stallion Oilfield Services (Stallion Heavy Hauling) is currently defending itself from Lenard Ray Hodge in two court venues, Houston and Marshall.
Correction: Coin story
An Aug. 6 story regarding a litigation settlement between Universal Coin & Bullion and Examiner reporter Jerry Jordan incorrectly referred to another case involving rare coins.
58th Court District, Judge Bob Wortham, Sept. 1- 30
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Judge Stevens to speak at Lamar's Constitution Day event
Criminal District Court Judge John Stevens Jr. will be one of three featured speakers at the Lamar University event set to celebrate the U.S. Constitution.
Mom files wrongful death suit after gasoline container explosion kills son
Blitz USA 5-gallon gas container MARSHALL -- In late winter in northeast Texas, Jonathon Green was burning brush in a barrel. He attempted to pour gas on to the brush, but the gas container exploded covering Green in burning gasoline.
Cop sues city over passed promotion
Many people fantasize suing their employer over not receiving a much deserved raise � but one of Beaumont's finest made it a reality.
Legally Speaking: Making sure justice doesn't get lost in translation
As a nation, we pride ourselves on a legal system that promises equal access to justice for everyone.
Recent patent/copyright infringement cases filed in U.S. District Court
Marshall Division, Eastern District of Texas