News from 2013
Lolita Ramos’ energy lives on at Jefferson Co. courthouse
Although cancer claimed her life on Sunday, the inexhaustible energy District Clerk Lolita Ramos brought every morning to the Jefferson County courthouse continues to thrive in the hearts of those who worked alongside her.
Jury selected in retrial of injury suit against United Scaffolding
For the second time, United Scaffolding will attempt to convince a jury that plaintiff James Levine was the one at fault when he fell from a scaffold and injured himself.
U.S. SC to hear challenge to EPA’s greenhouse gas regulations
WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline) -- The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to
Trabulsi: Class action claims should be settled promptly, efficiently
By Richard Trabulsi
Former chief justice joins Texas appellate firm
After serving more than 10 years on Texas’ highest court, former state Supreme Court Chief Justice Wallace Jefferson is now taking his appellate experience into the private sector by joining a boutique law firm.
New business licenses/assumed names issued in Jefferson County
License #: 84072
Recent Marathon toxic release triggers another lawsuit
GALVESTON - An alleged emission event at Marathon Petroleum Co. LP's Texas City refinery over the summer has triggered another lawsuit, recent court papers say.
Our View: BP jury tells Buzbee to buzz off
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), “The seriousness of poisoning caused by benzene depends on the amount, route, and length of time of exposure, as well as the age and preexisting medical condition of the exposed person.”
Recent patent infringement cases filed in the Eastern District of Texas
MARSHALL DIVISION
La. residents sue Houston taxi company over collision
HOUSTON - Two Louisiana residents claim they rode a taxi cab which ended up in a two-vehicle accident, recent court papers say.
Denton County man sues debt collector for leaving vague voicemail messages
SHERMAN - A Denton County man has filed a lawsuit against a debt collector claiming the company left vague voicemail messages which could be taken as a threat of legal action.
Lawsuit claims man’s death result of truck crossing I-20 median
SHERMAN - The wife of a deceased Midland County man has filed a lawsuit claiming that her husband suffered fatal injuries in a vehicle accident caused by a truck driver who was crossed the median of Interstate Highway 20.
Former employees sue for overtime compensation and off-the-clock time
MARSHALL - Four former employees have filed a lawsuit against an East Texas company claiming that they were not paid overtime compensation or time spent working off the clock.
Tractor-trailer driver sued after allegedly forcing vehicle off highway
MARSHALL - A Tarrant County man has filed a lawsuit claiming he suffered extensive injuries when a tractor-trailer forced his vehicle off the highway and into the ditch.
Seaman sues after suffering back injuries from lifting heavy equipment
A Liberty County seaman has filed a lawsuit against his employer claiming he suffered back injuries when he repeatedly lifted heavy equipment over his head.
Silsbee parent sues Wal-Mart after minor slips and fractures leg
A Silsbee parent has filed a lawsuit against Wal-Mart claiming her child suffered a fractured leg when the minor slipped and fell due to liquid on the floor.
Jefferson County 58th District Court: Docket for December 2013
PATRICIA GORDY ET AL V. CHRISTUS ST ELIZABETH HOSPITAL ET AL
Man sues Infinity Insurance over underinsured motorist benefits
Groves local Ted Brack is suing Infinity County Mutual Insurance Co., seeking to recover underinsured motorist benefits under his policy.
Recent real estate foreclosures filed in Jefferson County
• State Financial Services has filed a home equity foreclosure application against the property of Roberta Truss, located at 1648 Delaware St., Beaumont, Texas 77703.
Jurors side with BP in toxic release trial
GALVESTON - The jury in the trial focusing on a 2010 toxic release at what was then BP's Texas City refinery reached a verdict shortly before noon Oct. 10 after two full days of deliberation.