News from 2008
Floyd denied motion for new trial in 2002 asbestos case
Judge Floyd A few weeks ago, Judge Donald Floyd granted plaintiff's attorney Glen Morgan's motion for a new trial against DuPont. Morgan claimed the jury must have gotten the verdict in favor of the chemical company wrong since the trial evidence showed so overwhelmingly that the plaintiff's mesothelioma was caused by his exposure to asbestos while working at DuPont.
Son sues 21 businesses after mom breaks ankle
Brian Eberstein MARSHALL � Less than three weeks into her stay at a nursing home, 68-year-old Ruth Bapties broke her ankle during a physical therapy session. Her son believes the nursing home's actions were negligent and violated a Texas penal statute passed to protect the elderly.
This Just In: Recent civil suits filed in Galveston County District Courts
This Just In: Recent civil suits filed in Galveston County District Courts, May 27-June 2, 2008
New business licenses/assumed names issued in Jefferson County
Orig. Filing Date: 05/29/2008 Certificate #: 72870
Man claims Girling neglected foot injury
GALVESTON � Common knowledge dictates that when people sustain injury, they go to the doctor, receive appropriate treatment, and go on their way. Such was not the case for a local man with a bum foot.
School district sues architects for overages on stadium design
GALVESTON � A Houston-based architectural firm's design of a new athletic facility for a local school district reportedly incurred unforeseen expenses that constituted a contract violation, contends a lawsuit filed in Galveston County District Court on May 27.
Seaman claims he was enclosed in engine room when exposed to carbon dioxide
M/V Liberty Star GALVESTON � Liberty Maritime Corporation almost left a seaman for dead after it activated a piece of equipment on one of its ships, claims a lawsuit filed in Galveston County District Court on May 27.
Three Texas SC justices believe state was right to remove teen girls from polygamist compound
AUSTIN � Three justices on the Texas Supreme Court agreed with the other six that the state lacked evidence to take boys and little girls from their parents at the Yearning for Zion Ranch. The three believe, however, that the state did act properly when it removed pubescent girls from the ranch near Eldorado.
Recent patent infringement cases filed in U.S. District Courts
Recent patent infringement cases filed in U.S. District Courts
BPD officers seek court order to get promotion list certified
A band of Beaumont's finest are asking that a Jefferson County Judge issue a writ of mandamus and enter an order mandating that the Beaumont Civil Service Commission certify a Beaumont Police Department Sergeant Eligibility List.
Perry sets special election date for Senate District 17
Kyle Janek AUSTIN � A special election will be held in November to fill the vacancy in Texas Senate District 17, Gov. Rick Perry announced June 4.
Defeated PA councilman asks judge to reinstate discarded ballots
Rather than resign himself to defeat, a Port Arthur councilman has filed suit in hopes a local court will reinstate 35 suspect ballots and declare him victorious � proving that no matter how high or low the office, no politician likes to say goodbye.
Abbott targets Houston mortgage scheme
Greg Abbott HOUSTON(Legal Newsline) - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott has obtained a temporary restraining order against several people accused of conspiring to steal homes from deceased homeowners and their heirs.
Man shocked using golf ball retriever
This photo from the ProLine Sports Web site shows the Igotcha Ball Retriever in action. MARSHALL � During a round of golf at the Oak Forest Country Club in Longview, Jordan Hunt failed to make par when his golf ball landed in the creek that runs across the country club.
Port Arthur woman's suit alleges contractors did shoddy work, stole belongings
Not only did a pair of contractors make of with a Port Arthur woman's DVD player, they allegedly never even finished the job they were paid to do.
Tricky rug trips up employee, lawsuit filed against hospital
A Christus St. Elizabeth employee is suing the hospital for punitive damages, claiming the healthcare provider never trained her how to walk across a rug without falling.
Texas Times: Protecting Children in the Modern World
WASHINGTON -- Technological advances have brought great benefits across Texas, but this progress comes with risks. Technology can also be exploited by unscrupulous or criminal operators, and make our society less safe.
Judge Floyd's failure to exclude medical expert questioned before appeals court
Floyd Justices on Texas' Ninth Court of Appeals have been tasked to decide if Jefferson County Judge Donald Floyd abused his discretion when he denied a defense objection to the qualifications of a medical expert.
Legally Speaking: Tales of Inspiration
Every now and then, I'll receive a chiding e-mail or comment from a reader, asking why so many of my columns have focused on what's wrong with the legal profession or on outrageous lawsuits or decisions.
Weiss sentenced to 30 months
Melvyn Weiss LOS ANGELES (Legal Newsline)-Famed securities attorney Melvyn Weiss, who made a lucrative practice out of suing corporations on behalf of shareholders, was sentenced Monday to 30 months in federal prison.