News from November 2015
Ex-employee sues Aramendia Plumbing, Heating, alleging sexual harassment
A former employee is suing a McKinney plumbing company, alleging one of his supervisors sexually harassed him.
Jefferson County woman blames Parkdale Mall for injuries in fall
A Jefferson County woman is suing a Beaumont shopping mall, alleging negligence for injuries she says she sustained in a fall.
Port Neches sues truck companies, manufacturers after garbage truck fire
Port Neches is suing truck companies and truck manufacturers over damages sustained when an allegedly defective garbage truck caught fire.
Morgan's defamation suit against former wife's lawyer tossed by appellate court
Ninth District appellate judges have stopped a defamation suit that Beaumont lawyer John Morgan filed against his former wife’s lawyer. On Oct. 29, the judges held that the Texas Citizen’s Participation Act protected Houston lawyer Sheryl Johnson-Todd from Morgan’s suit. The law, from 2011, prohibits lawsuits in retaliation for exercise of free speech and free association. Justice Hollis Horton wrote, “When an individual attempts to manipulate the legal system to vindicate their rights, the a
Tort reform video parodies $13.5M Red Bull did not give wings lawsuit
A new online video seeks to draw attention to trial lawyer abuse of consumer protection act laws by featuring a parody of a $13.5 million lawsuit against Red Bull, brought because the energy drink failed to give consumers wings.
Jefferson County woman blames Harris County driver for vehicle collision
A Jefferson County woman is suing a Harris County motorist over injuries she says she sustained during a vehicle collision.
Bishop sues Waldorf Risk Solutions, alleging lack of coverage
A Longview church and school is suing an insurance-related company, alleging it denied damage claims to the school after its foundation and flooring collapsed.
New Mexico resident sues Oil States Industries, alleging unapid overtime
A New Mexico resident is suing an oil and gas industry services company, alleging unpaid overtime.
Wal-Mart’s battle for liquor permit about free market, consumer choice, and low prices, says Spokesperson
HOUSTON – Walmart’s battle to overturn Texas laws that prohibit the multi-billion dollar company from selling liquor is moving forward – trial has been set for Sept. 2016, and the national mogul is not backing down in the state that houses over 500 stores, more than any state in the country.
Plaintiff seeks summary judgment in $1M suit against Groves Equipment Rental
A man who sued a driver and an equipment rental company after a collision with a truck has moved for summary judgment.
Suit alleging harassment, vandalism dismissed
A lawsuit brought by a Galveston County woman alleging domestic violence and vandalism has been dismissed. Heather Hughes Harris filed a lawsuit June 8 in Galveston County District Court against Ender Holland, also known as Dustin Chance Holland, and Hannah Scott, alleging property damage and harassment beginning in November 2014. Three months later, the parties filed notices of non-suits, court records show.
Printed hosiery manufacturer sues Scrubsco, alleging trade secrets violations
A Galveston manufacturer of printed hosiery is suing an Ohio man and business, alleging an unpaid balance and stolen designs.
Hawaii man sues League City couple, alleging infliction of emotional distress
A Hawaii man is suing a League City couple, alleging emotional distress inflicted upon him.
Texas man sues The Cajun Greek, alleging negligence for injuries at restaurant
A Texas man is suing a Galveston couple and a Galveston restaurant, alleging negligence for injuries the man says he sustained on the eatery's premises.
Galveston man sues Houston repair worker, alleging failure to perform tasks
A Galveston man is suing a Houston repair worker, alleging the defendant never performed agreed-upon work on the plaintiff's truck.
Plaintiff seeks to continue trip & fall suit against Gulf Coast Machine
A plaintiff who brought a trip and fall lawsuit against Gulf Coast Machine and Supply is seeking to continue the case.
Honoring veterans by serving them
This Veterans Day, as we honor and thank the brave men and women who served in the United States military, the State Bar of Texas is keenly aware that more must be done to serve our veterans.
Mt. Vernon woman sues Ford, alleging negligence in daughter's crash death
A Mt. Vernon woman is suing Ford, alleging negligence in a car accident that killed her daughter.
Galveston County man sues GEICO in car insurance dispute
A Galveston County man is suing GEICO, alleging it breached its insurance policy by not covering the diminished value of his car following an accident.