News from June 2012
Medical affidavit submitted in chemical exposure case
A medical affidavit has been submitted in litigation brought by Derrick Collins, who claims his work as a firewatch for Valero caused him to be exposed to hydrogen sulfide, resulting in serious personal injuries.
Lawsuit calls Dixon Mower a 'piece of junk'
Alleging the Dixon Mower she purchased is a "worthless piece of junk," Leigh Green has filed suit against Husqvarna Construction Products North America.
BISD countersues auto collision plaintiff
The Beaumont Independent School District has filed a counterclaim against a Harris County woman who sued the district after an automobile collision with a bus driver.
Cruz, Dewhurst agree to debates
Cruz The two candidates in a primary runoff to be the Republican nominee for the U.S. Senate race have agreed to at least two debates.
Recent patent infringement cases filed in the Eastern District of Texas
Recent patent infringement cases filed in the Eastern District of Texas, May 29-June 1, 2012.
Port Arthur woman sues over rear-end collision
A Port Arthur woman claims she suffered serious personal injuries after a driver rear-ended her vehicle.
Worker sues Ameco, Total for spinal injury
A Jefferson County man claims he sustained spinal injuries after his employer failed to provide him with proper work equipment.
Former employees sue CB&I for severance pay
Chatelain Five former CB&I employees allege the Texas Workforce Commission wrongly denied their requests for severance pay to which they claim they are entitled.
Bank sues to collect prior court judgment
A credit card company claims one of its clients has failed to satisfy a judgment of more than $100,000 against him. Now, the company is seeking the unpaid debt from the bank where the man has allegedly been depositing money.
Spurger man sues over wreck on US 69
White A Spurger man has filed suit against the driver who he claims struck his vehicle.
Suit blames Christus for woman's bed sore complications
In a recently filed medical malpractice suit, a Jefferson County woman claims a bed sore caused her to lose much of the use of her right arm.
Woman claims attorney submitted BP oil spill claim without consent
The Eagle Otome tanker and barges collided in the Sabine Neches Waterway in January 2010. Nederland resident Maxie Nguyen is suing Robert A. McAllister Jr. and Associates PC, alleging the law firm submitted a BP oil spill claim on her behalf without consent, taking attorney's fees out of the award and asserted liens for damages.
New business licenses/assumed names issued in Jefferson County
New business licenses/assumed names issued in Jefferson County, May 24-30, 2012.
Parkdale Mall amends answer, asserts plaintiff at fault for trip & fall
Lambert Parkdale Mall recently amended its answer to a personal injury lawsuit, asserting it was plaintiff Bulinda Mathis' own negligence that caused her to trip and fall over a door jam while shopping.
PA woman reaps $34K verdict for pile up on US 69
Adams Port Arthur resident Vesta Babineaux, who sued three motorists for causing a pile up on US 69, recently reaped more than $34,000 in damages for injuries she sustained in the wreck.
Brent Coon to keep $200K in back rent award; Texas SC denies petition for review
Sibley Law office at Tuscany Park The Texas Supreme Court recently denied to hear a Beaumont attorney's petition for review, which sought to overturn an award of more than $200,000 to Brentwood Investments for back rent.
Hurricane Ike trial draws spectators as it enters second week
Cox Jurors charged with determining the outcome of a Hurricane Ike lawsuit heard testimony from an insurance adjuster on Monday.
Jurors award $549K verdict to widow for husband's death
Fass A Jefferson County jury recently found an area physician 1 percent negligent in causing the death of David Wharton, and opted to award Wharton's widow more than $549,000 in damages.
Galveston constable sued for harassment loses in Republican primary
Matrenga GALVESTON - A Galveston County constable who is the target of a recent sexual harassment lawsuit has lost her bid for re-election.