News from March 2015
Paul Ferguson and the one that got away
Every fisherman's got one, an incredible tale of an almost record catch: the humongous fish that he battled with a small rod or a light line or a baitless hook, that he reeled in, and nearly had netted or in the boat when, suddenly, it broke the line or shook the hook and got away.
Helping noncustodial parents find work, stay employed
By KEN PAXTON
Jefferson County 172nd Court District: April 2015
MARCA WILSON ET AL V. DENISE LACHERRION ALLEN
Condo group sues property owners in lien dispute
A Galveston County organization brought suit against two companies for alleged breach of contract in a payment disagreement.
Couple accuses real estate firm of breach, fraud
A Galveston County couple has sued a real estate company and three affiliated individuals, alleging negligence and breach of warranty in a property listing and sale.
Woman blames Ford for fire, damages
A Jefferson County woman has sued Ford Motor Company, alleging negligence in a 2013 fire.
Grandmother blames school for injuries on slippery floor
A Harris County grandmother has sued a League City school, alleging negligence in a fall.
Passenger alleges state troopers violated rights
A Harris County woman has sued six individuals and a state agency, alleging excessive force and unlawful arrest in a 2013 traffic stop incident.
Woman sues restaurant for harassment, assault
A Grayson County restaurant worker brought a lawsuit against her former employer for several alleged violations of employment practices.
Hospital mechanic files civil rights suit
A Harris County man brought suit against a hospital for alleged discrimination in employment practices, citing civil rights infringement.
Former worker accuses car dealer of discrimination
A Flint resident brought a lawsuit against his former employer for alleged disability discrimination.
Recent patent infringement cases filed in the Eastern District of Texas
MARSHALL DIVISION
Homeowner alleges unfair settlement practices
A Galveston County resident has sued an insurance company and a claims adjustment firm, alleging violation of Texas' insurance code and fraud.
Patient sues facilities for alleged deceptive trade practice
A local woman brought a lawsuit against a Harris County medical billing group and its associates for alleged violation of Texas debt-collection law.
Pregnant manager sues hotel, claims discrimination
A hotel manager brought a lawsuit against her company for alleged infringement of civil rights in a 2014 employment dispute.
Worker trips over scaffolding, sues Exxon Mobil
A Jasper County resident brought suit against a large gas and oil company for alleged liability in a 2014 workplace accident.