News from June 2009
Carpenter seeks $1M over hearing loss while working at Motiva
A Galveston County man is seeking $1 million after he says he permanently lost his hearing when a transformer exploded eight feet away from him.
Terminated for theft, hospital employee sues under FMLA
TEXARKANA, Ark. � Although the woman's former employer says she was fired because a surveillance video showed her stealing, a hospital employee claims the real reason for her termination was the amount of time she took off for a medical condition.
Foundation recognize major contributors to Texas legal aid efforts
James B. Sales AUSTIN -- The Texas Access to Justice Commission hosted a 25th Anniversary Gala benefiting the Texas Access to Justice Foundation on May 27 at the AT&T Executive Education and Conference Center in Austin.
Gov. Perry: Cap and Trade Could Severely Hurt Texas' Economy
Perry AUSTIN � Gov. Rick Perry stated his concern about the impact of proposed cap and trade legislation and possible regulation of CO2 by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on Texas' energy industry and economy.
School district sued over employee auto collision
A Beaumont man is suing the Beaumont Independent School District and one of its employees, alleging he was seriously injured in a collision.
Collision on FM 365 leads to lawsuit
An Orange County woman says she was severely injured after the employee of a Houston business rear-ended her.
Kent impeachment process moving quickly in Washington
If things keep moving along as they have this week, former federal judge Samuel Kent won't be earning his salary for much longer.
Family disputes PA woman's will naming pastor as beneficiary
The relative of a deceased Port Arthur woman is asking a judge to reject a version of the woman's will that leaves her inheritance to a local preacher.
NEWSMAKERS OF THE YEAR: Press Club honors Orange County leaders for efforts in Hurricane Ike recovery
Orange County Judge Carl Thibodeaux was part of a team of city leaders recognized as Newsmaker of the Year for their efforts in Bridge City following Hurricane Ike.
Contract worker seeks $75K over malicious prosecution during land feud
MARSHALL � Contracted to make improvements on land in Henderson and Van Zandt counties in 2005, Gary Carmichael was arrested after an adjacent property owner filed criminal charges alleging he intentionally damaged their property.
Wal-Mart sued over slip-and-fall at Port Arthur store
A Port Arthur woman is suing Wal-Mart, claiming she slipped on a puddle of water that had accumulated on the floor under a leaking roof.
Suit alleges negligence by home health agency
A lawsuit on behalf of a Beaumont woman allegedly injured while under the care of a home health agency has been filed in Jefferson County.
Two Beaumont women involved in suit over auto collision
A Beaumont woman has filed suit against the woman she claims collided with her in an accident.
Attorney establishes Lamar University scholarship in honor of college mentor
David Beck Attorney David Beck clearly remembers his first day at Lamar University; that was the day a professor looked at his academic record and encouraged him to study political science and law.
U.S. Supreme Court says judge should have recused from donor's case
CHARLESTON, W. Va. -- The U.S. Supreme Court in a 5-4 decision said West Virginia Supreme Court Chief Justice Brent Benjamin should have stepped aside in a case involving Massey Energy because the company's CEO made exceptionally large donations to his election campaign.
Axelrod: Sotomayer criticism a 'sideshow'
Sonia Sotomayor WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline)-A senior adviser to President Barack Obama said Sunday that criticism of U.S. Supreme Court nominee Judge Sonia Sotomayor's comments are being used as a distraction from her 17-year judicial record.
Abbott files suit against BP over pollution violations at Texas City refinery
Abbott GALVESTON � Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott has filed suit against BP Products North America Inc, alleging continuous violations of the state's pollution laws at the company's Texas City refinery.
Medical progress trumps finger-pointing
In an era when the law has been used as a weapon to shake down productive American businesses and industries, it is refreshing to note one judge's refusal to bend in the litigious wind.
July 09 60th cd
MICHAEL DROMGOOGLE VS UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY
New business licenses/assumed names issued in Jefferson County
Orig. Filing Date: 05/29/2009 Certificate #: 74987