News from March 2014
Squabble over oil & gas industry newsletter leads to lawsuit
A company that provides articles, information and research for the oil and gas industry claims one of its subscribers is sharing its newsletters without permission.
Kemper Insurance sued by Texas resident
A Texas resident is suing her insurance company seeking uninsured motorist coverage.
Collision on FM 1764 results in lawsuit
A Galveston county resident sues after allegedly sustaining injury in a vehicle collision.
Palisade Palms sues Phase I developer
East Beach Project Phase II Ltd. filed a lawsuit March 14 in the Galveston County Court against East Beach Project Phase I Ltd., citing breach of contract, quantum meruit and promissory estoppel.
Slip and fall at Wal-Mart causes lawsuit
Wal-Mart faces a lawsuit by a shopper who claims she was injured because of the store's negligence.
Italian bank suing shipping company for more than $5M
An Italian bank is suing a borrower over missed payments under a loan agreement.
Galveston attorney faces legal malpractice suit for nonfeasance
A lawyer faces suit after allegedly failing to adequately represent a former client.
Wortham's legal career comes full circle with run for District Attorney
When attorney Bob Wortham began his career in public service more than 40 years ago, it was in the Jefferson County District Attorney’s Office. Now after serving as a district court judge and a U.S. attorney, Wortham is coming full circle and running to lead the office where he first started.
Tobacco company subsidiary sues 11 electronic cigarette makers for patent infringement
LOS ANGELES (Legal Newsline) — A Netherlands-based company is suing 11 electronic cigarette makers in a California federal court, claiming patent infringement.
Mostyn launches websites detailing insurance claims process, what to do if denied
HOUSTON (Legal Newsline) – What do you do if your homeowner’s insurance claim is denied? Well, a new website paid for by renowned hurricane lawyer Steve Mostyn says to contact an attorney.
Iconic Texas beaver endorses Lt. governor hopeful
HOUSTON (Legal Newsline) – Any Texas family on vacation knows one destination is always a must – the super-sized gas station Buc-ee’s, home of the iconic billboard beaver Buc-ee, who is also apparently a Dan Patrick listener and fan – and no, not that Dan Patrick.
Recent patent infringement cases filed in the Eastern District of Texas
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Fraudulent transfer allegedly made to avoid paying court judgment causes lawsuit
A monetary judgement that has allegedly been left unsatisfied has led to litigation.
Woman sues after sustaining injuries
A woman is suing the driver of another vehicle after sustaining injuries in an accident.
Couple claims driver ran stop sign
A couple is suing the driver and the company he works for over injuries sustained in a vehicle accident.
Fatal auto-pedstrian accident results in lawsuit
A driver who allegedly hit and killed a pedestrian while on the job lands employer in court.
Woman sues city of Port Arthur over vehicle accident
A woman is suing the city of Port Arthur over injuries sustained in a vehicle accident.
Dayton woman sued on claims she caused car accident
A Beaumont man is suing over claims he sustained serious injuries after a car accident.
Jefferson Co. man sued by Louisiana woman claiming he caused crash
A Louisiana woman is suing over claims she sustained serious injuries after a car accident.
CI Oncology Partners files temporary restraining order
A Beaumont oncology office has filed an application for a temporary restraining order.