News from November 2012
Wal-Mart seeks summary judgment in wrongful termination case
In January 2009, six former Wal-Mart employees filed a lawsuit against the mega-retailer, alleging the company wrongfully terminated them for completing an employee survey more than once.
Man claims injuries in collision on W. Cardinal Drive
A Beaumont man claims he sustained injuries after a driver struck his vehicle.
Woman claims insurance companies denied coverage for her spouse, saying she was not married
A Jefferson County woman has filed suit against her insurance companies, claiming she incurred tens of thousands of dollars worth of medical costs after they refused to pay for her deceased husband’s care.
Local men sue over 2010 Hitchcock motor accident
GALVESTON - A two-vehicle accident in Hitchcock two years ago which purportedly injured two men has resulted in a lawsuit, recent court records show.
Cabinetmaker sues claiming lay-off was in violation of FMLA
MARSHALL - A cabinetmaker has filed a wrongful termination lawsuit against his employer claiming that he should not have been laid off while he was in the hospital.
Logging company sued following motor vehicle wreck involving employee
MARSHALL - A logging company is being sued after one of its employees allegedly failed to yield the right of way and caused a motor vehicle wreck in the middle of an intersection in Marshall.
Lawsuit filed over alleged failure to pay for supplies
A supply company has filed suit against a roofing business, claiming the roofers failed to pay it more than $20,000 for materials it delivered.
Three Mississippi residents sue Longview man for causing car wreck
MARSHALL - Three Mississippi residents have filed a personal injury lawsuit against a Longview man claiming that he was traveling too close to their vehicle and caused a car wreck when they attempted to make a turn.
Remaining defendants settle auto collision case
Following more than two years of litigation, a suit’s remaining defendants have settled an automobile collision case that was set to go to trial on Monday.
Med-mal trial on the table for Thanksgiving week
This Thanksgiving week, defendant medical providers will be forced to defend themselves against the accusations of Justin Brewer, who alleges his leg amputation was totally preventable.
Seaman settles $5M slip-and-fall suit
A Galveston seaman, who claims he slipped in some water while boarding a vessel, has settled his lawsuit, which sought $5 million in damages, against Phil Guilbeau Offshore.
Recent real estate foreclosures filed in Jefferson County
• State Financial Services has filed an application to foreclose on the property of Juan and Stephanie Perez, located at 2245 South St., Beaumont, Texas 77701.
New business licenses/assumed names issued in Jefferson County
License #: 82225
Gold Club settles dram shop suit
Rather than let a jury judge the case, Fannett Entertainment, doing business as Gold Club, has opted to settle a dram shop suit against the company.
Texas Supreme Court still in Republican hands
AUSTIN -- Two incumbents and one new Republican justice have been elected to the Texas Supreme Court, retaining the GOP hold on the state's highest court.
Baytown woman says wreck caused by driver who inhaled substance
GALVESTON - Baytown resident Macy Garcia claims she was involved in a single-vehicle accident which occurred after a motorist allegedly inhaled a harmful substance, recent court documents say.
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Business needs a protective doctrine of common sense in the courthouse
We’re sorry Danny Stewart was involved in a car accident in Beaumont three years ago, but we don’t see why we should have to pay for it – more than we’ve already paid, that is.
Texas AG Abbott resolves claims against BlueHippo
AUSTIN (Legal Newsline) – Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott announced an agreed judgment on Friday against a now-bankrupt Maryland telemarketer that allegedly engaged in the unlawful marketing of personal computers to low-income consumers.
Suit claims vintage vehicle lacked advertised engine
GALVESTON - Claiming he bought a vintage vehicle that did not have the features that were represented, Ron Houck has filed a lawsuit.