News from September 2015
Oil field worker contends he and others weren't paid overtime
A former employee is suing his former employer over unpaid overtime and failure to pay the minimum wage. Tyson Dooley brought suit August 24 in the Houston Division of the Southern District of Texas against Nine Energy Service, LLC.
Employee seeks job reinstatement, back pay from Beaumont Independent School District
A Beaumont woman is suing her former employer over claims of employment retaliation. Rose Wilson filed the suit August 17 in the Beaumont Division of the Eastern District of Texas.
Claims of broken lease, unpaid rent lead plaintiff to sue former tenant
A Texas company is suing a former tenant for breach of contract in the leasing of commercial space at 2548 E. Broadway, Pearland.
It's time for East Texas to clean up its act
There's one in almost every family: a black sheep, the one sibling or cousin who has to be different, can't follow the rules, keeps making the same mistakes, and is forever getting into trouble and embarrassing his relatives.
New business licenses/assumed names issued in Jefferson County: 9/4 - 9/10/2015
DBA: 9/4 - 9/10/2015 License #:28986 Assumed Name:JBL PROPERTIES Address:PO BOX 1643, NEDERLAND, TX, 77627 Owner Name:BECERRA LUIS BARRAGAN License #:28987 Assumed Name:SHAMPOOCH Address:6477 39TH ST., GROVES, TX, 77619 Owner Name:FONTENOT AMBER License #:29001 Assumed Name:BREVINS SATELLITES Address:9030 WASHINGTON BLVD., BEAUMONT, TX, 77707 Owner Name:JACKSON BREVIN JOSEPH License #:29008 Assumed Name:SAMUELS CLEANING SERVICE A NAME YOU CAN TRUST Address:3190 EASTEX FRWY, #153, BEAUMONT
Jefferson County 172nd Court District : October 2015
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Chip Ferguson, Monk Law Firm land $7.5M verdict following injury trial
A four-day injury trial at the Beaumont courthouse ended with a jury award of nearly $7.5 million in damages, according to one of the plaintiff’s attorneys who tried the case.
Recent patent infringement cases filed in the Eastern District of Texas
MARSHALL DIVISION Sept. 8 Carnition LLC v.
Upshur County man sues construction company, alleging unpaid overtime
An Upshur County is suing a construction company, alleging unpaid overtime, and he would like the suit to be considered a collective action.
Car owner sues Dickinson auto repair shop, alleging interference with property rights
A Galveston County woman is suing a Dickinson auto repair shop and an employee, alleging interference with her property rights.
Harris County man alleges civil rights violations by sheriff's department
A Harris County man is suing members of the Harris County Sheriff's Department, alleging violation of his civil rights, pursuant to the constitutions of the United States and Texas.
Port Neches officer alleges Jefferson County violated free speech rights
A Port Neches officer is suing Jefferson County, alleging violation of his First Amendment right to free speech.
Defendant misrepresented health of company, claims plaintiff who purchased it
A Texarkana man is suing over alleged breach of contract in the purchase of a business.
Female worker sues gentlemen's clubs, alleging failure to pay overtime
A female worker is suing two gentlemen's clubs, individually and on behalf of all similarly situated individuals, alleging violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Ray-Ban manufacturer alleges trademark infringement, sues for relief
A manufacturer of popular eyewear and sunglasses is suing a Texas company over trademark infringement, trademark dilution and unfair competition.
Tony's Used Cars sued over negligence allegations after car falls on employee
A Texas City couple is suing a La Marque auto repair company for alleged negligence in the case of injuries sustained at the workplace.
Former Avalon Cleaners employees sue for alleged non-payment of overtime and minimum wage
Three Houston-area individuals filed suit jointly charging their former employer with allegations of violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Entergy sued over allegations of negligence leading to electrician's death
A father and mother from Washington County, Idaho are suing three energy production companies over claims of negligence resulting in their son's death.
Unredeemed RadioShack gift cards to be paid in full
On Sept. 10 Attorney General Ken Paxton announced a bankruptcy judge approved a settlement with RadioShack over unredeemed gift cards, ensuring purchasers will receive the full value of the card. “This settlement has given consumers a voice in RadioShack’s bankruptcy process, and we are pleased the retail giant is honoring its commitment to customers holding millions in unredeemed gift cards,” said Paxton.