News from July 2015
Driver cited with causing three-car accident sued by driver she rear-ended first
A man who was injured in a three-car accident in 2014 is suing the driver who allegedly rear-ended him.
U.S. alleges Beaumont guilty of housing discrimination
The United States is suing the city of Beaumont, alleging discrimination on the basis of disability in its housing practices, violating both the Fair Housing Act and the Civil Rights Act.
Construction companies, subcontractors sued for allegedly not paying overtime
BEAUMONT -- Construction laborers are leading a class action lawsuit against their former employers for allegedly failing to pay them for regularly required overtime.
Man names two Houston men in accident lawsuit
A Jefferson County man has filed a lawsuit against two Houston men after a car accident that occurred on March 24, 2015.
Two men blame machinery company for causing fire
Two men are suing Sammi Machinery for negligence after a piece of equipment designed and manufactured by the company caused a fire on July 7, 2014.
Company sued by ex-delivery man for alleged failure to pay him for overtime
A delivery man is suing his employer for allegedly failing to pay him for overtime.
Debt collector sued by couple for allegedly trying to collect debt included in bankruptcy petition
A couple going through bankruptcy is suing a debt collector for allegedly causing them anxiety and work-related stress.
Woman sues driver who allegedly ignored stop sign
A Galveston County resident is suing a motorist charging vehicular negligence following a 2013 collision allegedly caused by failure to obey a stop sign. Maria Reyes of Texas City filed a lawsuit against Reynold Oscar Hernandez in Galveston County District Court July 10, claiming liability in the July 2013 accident.
Benzene suit names Chevron, Texaco as defendants
A suit alleging Chevron and Texaco exposed a worker to benzene was recently filed.
Motorist hits Port Arthur with $500K suit over officer’s collision
A suit seeking up to $500,000 in damages has been brought against the city of Port Arthur for an officer’s automobile collision.
Judge declines to dismiss Wal-Mart's suit over ‘irrational’ liquor ban
A federal judge has allowed Wal-Mart and the state of Texas to slow down discovery in a suit claiming that an “irrational” law is keeping the mega-retailer from selling distilled spirits in the Lone Star state. In May, the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission filed a motion to dismiss the suit.
What it means to be a Texan, officially
As Texans, we have a style of our own – from our hospitality to our headwear.
Passengers caught in ‘copter plunge sue aircraft manufacturer
Two men filed a lawsuit against a Mexican aircraft operator alleging negligence in 2012. Luis Ledesma of AZ and David Paul Gonzales of LA filed a complaint against Airbus Helicopters Inc. f/k/a American Eurocopter Corp. in the Galveston Division of the Southern District of Texas July 13, claiming severe personal injuries in a terrifying July 2012 plunge into a large body of water offshore. According to the suit, the defendant, registered in Mexico, provided a helicopter to Transportes Aereos P
Cook sues Heights Asian Cafe over overtime pay
A restaurant worker is suing his former employer alleging violation of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) for failing to pay him overtime rates in 2012-15. Samuel Gallardo filed a complaint against Heights Asian Café Inc. of Houston in the Houston Division of the Southern District of Texas July 17, claiming employment law violation during a three-year period from 2012 to 2015 when the firm purportedly did not pay Gallardo one and one-half times his regular hourly rate for hours worked in exces
Driver takes couple to court over rear-end collision
A Galveston County resident is suing a couple for alleged vehicular negligence in a 2013 crash allegedly resulting in property damage and physical injuries. Michael James Moniz of Friendswood filed a complaint against Maret Elizabeth Moran and Sean Moran, both also of Friendswood, in Galveston County District Court July 17, claiming several counts of negligence in a November 2013 roadway accident. According to the suit, the plaintiff was traveling eastbound in the 1300 block of West Parkwood A
Woman sues driver who allegedly ran stop sign
A Galveston County resident is suing a motorist alleging negligent driving in 2014 following a forceful collision. Jessica Shadoan filed a grievance in the form of a petition and request for disclosures against Leland Randy Pruitt of Kemah in Galveston County District Court July 21, claiming liability in a July 2014 collision that allegedly left the plaintiff with severe and lasting personal injuries. According to the suit, the plaintiff was attempting to turn left from FM 2094 onto State High
City of Beaumont sues wrecker service two years after collision with bus
The city of Beaumont is suing a wrecker service over damage sustained to one of its buses in a 2013 automobile collision. The city, along with the Beaumont Transit Company, filed the suit against Payne’s Wrecker Service, doing business as Payne & Sons, and Russell Huff on July 14 in Jefferson County District Court. According to the lawsuit, on July 23, 2013, the city’s bus was headed north on Orleans Street when the defendant’s wrecker, which was driven by Huff, ran a red light and collided wi
Woman's lawsuit claims father pistol-whipped her in front of husband
A Louisiana woman is pursuing legal action against her father after he allegedly pistol-whipped her last year. Caddo Parish resident Deanna Stanfield filed a lawsuit against Marion County citizen Robert Wall on July 21 in the Marshall Division of the Eastern District of Texas, claiming the incident in question occurred at Wall’s residence in Bivins on Feb. 15, 2014. Stanfield explains that she and her husband were having a conversation when Wall “left the inside of his home, grabbed his pistol,
Texas judge vacates $2.3M IP verdict against Newegg
A federal judge has vacated a Texas jury award of $2.3 million, levied against online tech retailer Newegg, a California company, following a patent infringement trial in 2013.