News from November 2012
Family Dollar settles suit over falling merchandise
Following nearly two years of litigation, Family Dollar Stores of Texas has settled a personal injury lawsuit.
For the third time, Judge Floyd orders new trial for injury plaintiff
For the third time, a Beaumont judge who has a history of tossing out jury verdicts granted a personal injury plaintiff a new trial.
Louisiana man sues over rear-end collision on Interstate 20
MARSHALL - Following a violent rear-end collision on Interstate 20, a Louisiana man has filed a lawsuit against the driver who rear-ended his vehicle claiming that accident caused him to suffer a traumatic brain injury.
Tyler father and son sue Dallas business over rear-end collision
MARSHALL - A Tyler father and son are suing a Dallas business following a rear-end collision by one of its employees that was allegedly the result of the driver failing to control his speed.
Farmers sued for not paying underinsured motorist benefits
Earlier this year, Port Arthur resident Leon DeLeon was in a collision with a man traveling the wrong way on a highway.
More debt problems for Brent Coon’s firm; Owes Mo. court reporter $10K
PohlmanUSA Court Reporting is seeking to enforce a default judgment awarded against Brent Coon & Associates in a St. Louis court.
Man shot while on toilet sues Remington
A hunter who was shot while sitting on the toilet at a hunting club two years ago has filed suit against Remington Arms, alleging the rifle that shot him had misfired.
City of Liberty employee files sexual harassment suit after termination
HOUSTON - The city of Liberty is the target of a Liberty County woman's wrongful termination lawsuit, recent court records show.
College system demoted, fired woman because of race, suit claims
HOUSTON - Harris County resident Melba Martin accuses the Houston Community College System of firing her for complaining about a demotion, recent court documents say.
Huntsville man files suit over alleged assault by Rosenberg police officer
HOUSTON - A Huntsville man is suing the city of Rosenberg and the Rosenberg Police Department over what he claims was "unreasonable excessive force" during an arrest.
Suit alleges white woman subjected to 'hostility, favoritism and racism' prior to firing
HOUSTON - Alleging a supervisor of hers at her former employer racially discriminated against her prior to her termination, Harris County resident Olivia Wright has filed a lawsuit.
Suit: Woman retaliated against for complaints about 'uncomfortable' comments
HOUSTON - After she was allegedly terminated from Forfeiture Support Associates LLC for reporting sexual harassment against her, Harris County resident Valeri Devere has filed a lawsuit.
Alleged fence dispute causes Galveston residents to file suit
GALVESTON - An apparent dispute between Galveston neighbors over a fence has resulted in a lawsuit, recent court records show.
Defendant wants suit over sale of diabetic alert dog dismissed
Because Ryan and Tara McLeod signed a contract, Guardian Angel Service Dogs is asking a Beaumont judge to dismiss a suit filed over the sale of a diabetic alert dog.
Lemon suit brought against Ford for F-250 truck
Area residents Mike and Brenda Dobson are suing Ford Motor Co. and Energy Country Ford, alleging the defendants sold them a lemon.
Suit alleges Becon Construction worker dropped object on plaintiff
Orange resident Slade Clasby is suing Becon Construction for injuries he received when a company employee dropped an object on him.
Petition seeks man’s chemical exposure history
Orange resident Verona Wolfford has filed a petition to perpetuate the testimony of Edward Wolfford, who allegedly suffers from an occupational lung disease.
Walter Umphrey honored with Legends Scholarship at Lamar University
"Superlawyer," "legend," "humanitarian," "business man," "philanthropist" -- these were the words Lamar University President James Simmons used to describe Beaumont attorney Walter Umphrey at a ceremony honoring Umphrey with an endowed scholarship in his name.
Debtor dismisses appeal after reaching settlement with Morrell Masonry Supply
An appeal brought by Eugenio Herrera, who was sued by Morrell Masonry Supply for allegedly refusing to pay his tab, has been dismissed due to the parties reaching a settlement.
Interstate collision subject of lawsuit
Two Louisiana residents have filed suit against the driver who they claim struck their vehicle on the interstate.