News from July 2010
And then there were none
If any doubts remain about the success of medical malpractice reform in Texas, the recent denouement in a silicosis multi-district litigation court should put them to rest.
Moreno to serve as U.S. Attorney for Houston, South Texas
Moreno Jose Angel Moreno has been appointed by the judges of the Southern District of Texas to serve as U.S. Attorney.
Texas has another problem with Obama's EPA
NEW ORLEANS (Legal Newsline) - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott announced Monday his office filed a challenge to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's decision to disapprove the state's Flexible Permits Program.
Latest Hurricane-Ike related insurance suits filed in Jefferson County
A total of nine new awsuits against insurance companies over Hurricane Ike damage claims were filed in Jefferson County District Court, July 12-July 16, 2010.
Appeals court: Jury should have heard from therapist in commitment trial
Montgomery County jurors who declared Michael Bohannan a sexually violent predator didn't hear all relevant facts, Ninth District appeals judges ruled.
Earthquake ruins cruise, travel agency sued over denied reimbursement
GALVESTON � Four Galveston County residents had reservations to take a South American cruise in March, but an earthquake prevented them from taking the flight to Chile where they were to board the ship.
Asbestos attorney fees drama between Umphrey, Coon ends
Umphrey The ongoing legal battle between the Provost Umphrey law firm and attorney Brent Coon over lawyers' fees garnered from asbestos litigation ended Thursday, as appellate justices dismissed an appeal since the case has now been officially disposed.
Motion to Stay Injunction Pending Appeal ... with Rules
In the recent Eastern District of Texas decision in Smith & Nephew Inc. v. Arthrex Inc., the federal court tempered the grant of a motion for stay of the permanent injunction pending appeal by incorporating certain provisions into the stay.
New business licenses/assumed names issued in Jefferson County
New business licenses/assumed names issued in Jefferson County, July 22-28, 2010.
Recent patent infringement/false marking suits filed in the Eastern District of Texas
Recent patent infringement/false marking suits filed in the Eastern District of Texas, July 20-27, 2010.
Man's bed sores dominate Christus med-mal trial
For the past two days, a Jefferson County jury has listened to numerous medical experts testify on whether Ronald Lee Lewis' bed sores were due to obesity and skin friction, or from failing to have his position changed frequently while he was a patient at Christus Hospital St. Elizabeth.
Perry: The Biggest Challenge to the Energy Industry is Federal Overregulation
HOUSTON-Gov. Rick Perry today emphasized the need for innovation and competition in the energy industry to help relieve our dependence on foreign energy sources, protect our environment and create jobs.
Federal inmate indicted for threatening judge
A 57-year-old federal inmate has been arrested on charges of threatening a U.S. District Court Judge in the Western District of Texas.
Church's LED outdoor sign subject of lawsuit
GALVESTON � A local church alleges that a business's failure to secure a permit with the city of Galveston led to the dismantling of its outdoor sign.
Railings howl in wind, condo owners claim
Palisade Palms Towers on Galveston's East Beach GALVESTON � East Beach Project Phase I Ltd. claims Architectural Railings & Grilles Inc. installed defective exterior railings at a condominium tower it was constructing, recent court documents say.
Beaumont woman hit with $2,400 judgment for causing wreck
A Jefferson County jury recently found Beaumont resident Lynda Parmely negligently caused an automobile collision nearly five years ago.
Man sues after falling off bench at YMBL fair
An Orange County resident has filed a lawsuit after he sat on a bench at the South Texas State Fair and it collapsed.
Lawsuit filed after rear end collision on Eastex service road
Regina and Phillip Salter filed suit against Clear Channel Communications and Kevin Donald Born after Born allegedly failed to stop at a red light and rear-ended the Salters' vehicle.
Beach house investors sue to recover funds
Several Jefferson County residents have filed a lawsuit to recover investments funds that were allegedly made based on false promises and material misrepresentations.
Wal-Mart sued after customer slips and falls
A Wal-Mart shopper has filed a lawsuit after slipping in water and falling.