News from 2011
Abbott asked to challenge new EPA rule
Abbott AUSTIN (Legal Newsline) - The Texas Railroad Commission asked Attorney General Greg Abbott in a letter Tuesday to challenge the federal Environmental Protection Agency's recently adopted Cross-State Air Pollution Rule.
***FOR PRINT***Abbott asked to challenge new EPA rule
Abbott AUSTIN (Legal Newsline) - The Texas Railroad Commission asked Attorney General Greg Abbott in a letter Tuesday to challenge the federal Environmental Protection Agency's recently adopted Cross-State Air Pollution Rule.
Former BPD officer loses appeal of official oppression conviction
Horton The Texas Ninth Court of Appeals upheld the conviction of a former Beaumont police officer on Wednesday, finding that the trial court did not err in denying his challenge of three jurors.
Trial lawyers ready to spend money to oppose Perry
If trial lawyers had their pick, Texas Gov. Rick Perry would not be the next president of the United States.
Provost Umphrey dismisses suit questioning monetary claims
A Provost Umphrey lawsuit filed over claims seeking tens of thousands of dollars from a Beaumont law firm has been dismissed.
Suit alleges ship's wake damaged Sabine Pass property
The Sabine Pass Port Authority has filed suit against Gearbulk USA, alleging a wake caused by one of the company's ships damaged its property.
Man injured while entering van rejects charge of contributory negligence
McGuire A plaintiff injured when a van took off before he was completely seated recently filed a motion for partial summary judgment, rejecting the defendant's charge of contributory negligence.
Lawsuit filed over rear-end collision
Linda Goldstein is suing Port Arthur resident Andy Hernandez for allegedly rear-ending her vehicle in June.
Freeway traffic leads to collision, suit
Orange resident Shawn Flemin has filed suit against Robert Land, a Kountze resident, for allegedly rear-ending him two years ago.
KBR wants attorneys fees from woman who claimed rape
Jones HOUSTON (Legal Newsline) - A former subsidiary of Halliburton wants Jamie Leigh Jones, the woman who alleged the company caused her gang-rape, to pay the attorneys fees it incurred defending itself against the lawsuit.
***FOR PRINT***KBR wants attorneys fees from woman who claimed rape
Jones HOUSTON (Legal Newsline) - A former subsidiary of Halliburton wants Jamie Leigh Jones, the woman who alleged the company caused her gang-rape, to pay the attorneys fees it incurred defending itself against the lawsuit.
Capital One settles 'mismanaged' trust case
Following a full week of testimony, Capitol One and plaintiff Doris Garrod Teague opted to settle their case rather than let a jury decide the outcome.
Insurer: Texas malpractice rates decreasing since liability reforms
Ott Due to medical liability reforms in the state, Texas physicians will pay less for liability coverage next year, according to the state's largest provider of malpractice insurance.
China woman sues over collision
China resident Elizabeth Hall is suing Beaumont local William Kinnear for allegedly causing an automobile collision last November.
Bicycle rider claims motorist struck him
Two years ago, Beaumont local Leroy Hubbard was out riding his bicycle when Kirbyville resident James Woods allegedly struck him with his car.
Man knocked off bike by dog sues owner
Claiming a charging dog knocked him off his bike, Port Neches local Rickey Cobb has filed suit against the canine's owner, Marilyn Elton.
Man claims Performance Contractors fired him for reporting injury
Area resident Phillip Derouen has filed suit against his former employer, Performance Contractors, for allegedly firing him after he reported an on-the-job injury.
Woman claims motorcycle not properly repaired, sues Cowboy Honda
Cowboy Honda, Beaumont Shortly after picking up her serviced motorcycle, Thu "Tweety" Trung claims the bike began to burn her leg, forcing her to lose control and wreck on the side of the road.
UPR employee suffers injury on job, sues
Union Pacific Railroad employee Charles Moore is suing his employer for an injury he received while on the job.
Capital One sues Beaumont man for $44K
Capital One has filed suit against Beaumont resident Roberto Torres, seeking to collect more than $44,000 on a delinquent auto finance account.