News from June 2007
Insurer says Rainwater's damage not caused by rain or water
David Wenholz An Orange County resident submitted an insurance claim for damage sustained from Hurricane Rita, but the insurer says the damage was caused by termites, not the Category 3 storm.
Pharmacy error led to premature birth, suit says
Two years ago, Antoinette Lewis' baby was born prematurely. She claims her pregnancy complication was a result of a "misfilled" prescription received at a CVS Pharmacy and is suing the company for more than $50,000.
Plaintiff in never-ending asbestos case goes to trial
Mention Case No. B150-374 to any Jefferson County District clerk and they're likely to cringe. Encumbered with thousands of plaintiffs, the asbestos lawsuit is so massive that it fills more than a hundred boxes and hogs about half of the courthouse's district record vault.
Man says hospital's decision to remove monitor led to wife's death
A Hemphill man says his wife died because hospital staff did not realize her breathing tube had fallen out, a discovery made instead by the couple's 10-year-old son.
Expert says hundreds of years of exposure needed to cause asbestos disease
After being named as a defendant with 42 other companies in a recent lawsuit, one company says it has experts that will show that the plaintiff would have to have received hundreds of years of asbestos exposure to contribute to his death.
Huntsman to sell to private company
The Huntsman Corporation announced June 26 that it will be acquired by Basell in a transaction valued at approximately $9.6 billion.
Company says contractor violating non-compete agreement
Lewis Martin, a former trucker for Golden Triangle Delivery Inc. (also known as KDSI), left the company to start his own business, Jeanie's Delivery Service. To stop Martin from stealing clients, KDSI filed a request for a temporary restraining order with the Jefferson County District Court on June 22.
Alleged shoddy workmanship leads property owner to sue contractor
Alleged "shoddy workmanship" performed by Fast-Trak Construction has lead Micah Harrison to sue the contractor. Harrison hired the company to repair his Hurricane Rita ravaged property.
Worker injured at Motiva refinery sues
While James McGallion, a contracted employee, was working on a Motiva refinery reactor, a blind "swung free" and whacked him in the back. He is suing Motiva Enterprises for failing to maintain a safe work environment.
Leaking Jeep leads to suit against auto dealer, maker
Jeep Commander Charles and Marcia Guillory bought a 2006 Jeep Commander from Greenville Automotive Partners. They claim the vehicle has an "uncontrollable leak" and are suing the dealer and vehicle's maker for the price of the jeep, plus $50,000 in attorney fees.
Electrifying experience leads worker to sue employer
Brandon Socia, a plumber, received an electrical shock while working under a house and claims his co-workers were negligent when they failed to turn off the power. Socia is suing his employer Charles Marcum, owner of Impact Plumbing Co., for more than $75,000.
Company requests venue change for asbestos case
A company that allegedly distributed asbestos products is requesting that a recent civil suit be moved out of Jefferson County.
We're #1
That was fast. Last week, the U.S. District Court in Marshall saw America's very first lawsuit filed over the diabetes drug Avandia, proving once again that nobody has a quicker draw the Texas plaintiff's bar.
R&R sues for unfinished job
R&R Marine Maintenance claims it paid Falcon Offshore Services a tidy sum of money to purchase some materials and build the company a heliport structure.
Run-off will decide PA, Beaumont city positions
Deloris "Bobbie" Prince A run-off election to decide city leadership positions in Beaumont and Port Arthur is set for June 30.
Girl severs tendon while going through glass at restaurant, guardian sues
While picking up a meal at a restaurant, Lauren Abigail Hoffpauir's arm went through a glass window, severing a tendon.
Perry signs $151 billion budget
Gov. Rick Perry signed House Bill 1 into law, approving a $151.9 billion budget for the state of Texas in 2008-2009.
Port display honors maritime industry
An 21-foot diameter bronze propeller from a Gulf Oil tanker was installed June 12 at the Port of Beaumont to recognize the area's history in the maritime industry. Southeast Texas has a long history with the maritime industry, and a new display at the Port of Beaumont is making sure visitors don't forget.
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Construction worker sues after steel falls from crane
James Zagone, a construction worker, was in the back of a truck loading steel materials when a crane operator dropped a load of steel on his legs. He is suing his employer at the time of the incident, James Stuart Construction Co.