News from 2008
Patent troll tracker sued for defamation
TEXARKANA -- After a Chicago plaintiffs' lawyer offered a $15,000 bounty for the identity of a "patent troll" tracker, the blogger revealed his identity – Rick Frenkel, director of intellectual property at Cisco.
Suit alleges defective seatbelts in Nissan caused injuries
MARSHALL -- While driving his 1997 Nissan Pathfinder, Michael Guillory was hit by a vehicle that failed to stop at a stop sign.
New business licenses/assumed names issued in Jefferson County
Orig. Filing Date: 03/07/2008 Certificate #: 72360
Fifth Circuit halts BP deal decision
It may be a while before a federal judge decides whether to accept or reject a plea agreement from BP Products over a fatal 2005 explosion, as an appeals court has now entered the debate.
Illinois, NY among usual tort suspects in PRI study, Texas 'salvageable'
SAN FRANCISCO -- Florida ranks worst in two key litigation-risk factors for business but will likely improve in future thanks to recent tort-reform measures, a nationwide study revealed today.
Debate over evidence escalates in DuPont asbestos trial
The trial against DuPont got a late start on March 12, as attorneys spent most of the morning arguing over what evidence would be allowed and which witnesses would be allowed to testify.
Recent patent/copyright infringement cases filed in U.S. District Courts
Marshall Division, Eastern District of Texas
172 CD March 2008
172nd COURT DISTRICT DOCKET
Sanctions hearing against coin fraud attorneys gets contentious
Editor's note: For more background on the case, see "Floyd dismisses motion for sanctions against coin fraud attorneys" on The Record Web site.
Floyd dismisses motion for sanctions against coin fraud attorneys
Judge Donald Floyd granted a motion to dismiss sanctions against two attorneys that represent plaintiffs in fraud litigation against a Beaumont coin company.
Nursing center blamed for patient's fall
Nurses at the Senior Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center instructed Mae Badeaux to call if she needed assistance, but later found the woman on the floor after attempting to go to the bathroom by herself.
Woman claims leaking oil burned up engine, sues Wash Depot
A business that washes your car while changing your oil may sound like a time-saving combination, but Arlicia Craven claims the service cost her a new engine.
Legally Speaking: An Irish Legacy
Amidst the photos in my law office that serve as reminders of my Irish heritage and mementos of my travels in the Emerald Isle, there is one that stands out.
Couple sues Ford for deceptive trade
Convinced their year-old Taurus is beyond repair, Orvell and Patsy Ross have filed a Deceptive Trade Practices suit against Ford Motor Company.
FELA suit alleges negligence by KCS
David Wilson Kansas City Southern Railway Co. employee James Walter Murray has filed a Federal Employers Liability Act suit against the railroad claiming he suffered a foot injury due to the company's alleged negligence.
Shopper seeks examplary damages in Academy injury suit
While shopping for new boots at Academy, Thomas Hall tripped over a metal shoe shelf. Hall is suing the sports retailer, claiming Academy had a duty to warn shoppers of the dangerous condition and barricade the hazardous aisle.
Plaintiff claims jerky train ride led to injuries, sues UP
A jerky train ride and lack of protective gear were reasons cited by a Union Pacific Railroad Company employee who sued his employer under the Federal Employers Liability Act.
Strong Texas economy leads to tax cuts for state's businesses
Gov. Rick Perry AUSTIN � Texas' strong economy and low unemployment are bringing an additional benefit to the state's businesses in the form of a tax cut.
Owner of condemned property gets TRO against city
2250 Harrison in Beaumont Officials with the city of Beaumont have been ordered to appear before Judge Gary Sanderson, 60th District Court, on March 18 and show cause why the city should not be restrained from destroying Betty Briscoe's home.