News from November 2014
Application filed for transfer of assets
The recipient of structured annuity benefits has filed an application for approval of transfer of those benefits.M. Barry Jr. received an annuity that provides for 96 monthly payments of $492.08 each and 84 monthly payments of $2,030.08 each, according to a complaint filed by J.G. Wentworth.Barry then entered into a transfer agreement with J.G. Wentworth. In the agreement, Barry agreed to sell and
Voters approve use of oil & gas taxes for state highways
AUSTIN- Texas voters sent a message that road improvements are important for economic development, safety and quality of life, the state's transportation agency said.
Woman files slip-and-fall suit against Kroger
A woman has filed suit against Kroger, alleging she slipped and fell on a clear liquid on the floor of the store.Jacqueline Collins alleges she was shopping at the Kroger at 151 North Friendswood Drive, Friendswood, on June 10 when she slipped and fell."At the time and on the occasion in question, Jacqueline Collins encountered a defect in the premises on the floor which was a dangerous slip and fall
Woman blames other driver for Galveston collision
A woman has filed suit against the driver whom she alleges failed to remain in her lane, causing a collision.Shari Granger alleges she was driving east in the left lane of Avenue J in Galveston on Sept. 20, 2012, when defendant Nessie F. Ludlow, who was also driving east, suddenly drove into Granger's lane and struck her vehicle, according to a lawsuit filed in Galveston County District Court.Because
Home sale goes south, results in lawsuit
A woman has filed suit against the man whom she alleges failed to fully pay her for a home she sold to him.Raylyn Gass alleges defendant Christopher Pitt agreed to purchase her home at 615 Westwood Circle, La Marque. The home had no mortgage and was supposed to be a temporary change in ownership, according to the complaint filed Sept. 16 in Galveston County District Court.Gass' ex-husband had founded
Woman files suit over Galveston accident
A woman has filed suit against the driver whom she alleges struck her vehicle.Leah Drummer alleges she was driving east on Seawall Boulevard in Galveston on March 16, 2013, when defendant Kathryn Marie Hileman failed to control her speed and struck Drummer's vehicle.Because of the collision, Drummer incurred medical costs, experienced extreme physical pain and suffering and endured mental anguish,
Floyd holds on to narrowly keep judicial seat
Tuesday’s General Election produced some exciting results, but probably none as tension-filled as the race for Jefferson County 172nd District Court judge.
Appeals Court: Hospital slip-and-fall case not like a medical liability claim
Justices for the appeals court in Beaumont recently affirmed a trial court’s ruling that a slip-and-fall case against a hospital is not a health care liability claim, but the same as any slip-and-fall suit against a landlord.
Walston wins seat on 58th District Court bench
Jefferson County has a new civil court judge with the election of local attorney Kent Walston to the 58th District Court.
New faces, incumbents elected in Jefferson County races
In addition to statewide races for governor and lieutenant governor and attorney general, local voters chose some new faces and retained some incumbents in Jefferson County contests.
Patrick is state's next Lt. Governor
AUSTIN – In a battle between two state senators, Dan Patrick has defeated Leticia Van De Putte, D-San Antonio, in the race to be Texas' next Lieutenant Governor.
Paxton wins Texas AG's race over Houston
AUSTIN – After winning the Republican nomination in March, Ken Paxton barely acknowledged his Democratic opponent – a strategy that resulted in a victory in the race for attorney general.
Abbott cruises to victory for governor
AUSTIN – The $37 million state Sen. Wendy Davis raised this year wasn’t enough to overcome Attorney General Greg Abbott, Texas’ next governor.
Recent patent infringement cases filed in the Eastern District of Texas
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Black man says he can't live in home because of racist neighbors
A black man has filed suit against a subdivision, alleging the owners of the land made false promises to him.David Lauord Dodd alleges he was renting to own a home at 114 Nob Hill Circle in Clearwater Bay, which is a subdivision in Malakoff. Dodd cleaned the land around the home but later found out there was a deed restricting anyone from living on the property."I was told to my face by a white female
Mother says teacher's aide injured son
The mother of a minor child has filed suit against the Kilgore Independent School District after she alleges a teacher's aide caused a huge gash in his head.Amanda Norment alleges her child was attending pre-school at Kilgore Independent School District when Tina Prince yanked on his leg during nap time Oct. 2, 2012, to flip him over. "When Ms. Prince tried to forcefully flip the child, she hit the
Man accuses United Airlines of age discrimination
A Harris County man alleges his coworkers began treating him differently due to his advanced age.Wayne Anthony filed a lawsuit Sept. 16 in the Houston Division of the Southern District of Texas against United Airlines.In his complaint, Anthony alleges he opted to accept an offer for a reduction in force early out program offered to United Airlines employees in 2008. As part of his benefits, he was
Man says driver tried to speed away from accident
A man says he was forced to chase a driver who allegedly tried to flee a collision caused after the driver ran the red light.
PERSONNEL FILE: Ford Nassen listed in Best Lawyers
DALLAS – Ford Nassen is pleased to announce that the firm is again listed as a Tier 1 Best Law Firm in the newest edition published by U.S. News.