News from September 2015
Wal-Mart's suit over ‘irrational’ liquor ban set for September 2016 trial
A September 2016 trial has been slated in Wal-Mart's suit against the state, which claims that an “irrational” law is keeping the mega-retailer from selling distilled spirits in the Lone Star State. Court records show that on Sept. 8 U.S.
Denton County woman sues T-Mobile, alleging lost wages on medical leave
A Denton County woman is suing T-Mobile, alleging lost wages due to medical leave and disability.
Veterans' support group sues to halt alleged trademark Infringement
An Oklahoma nonprofit is suing a Sugar Land man, alleging trademark infringement and unfair competition.
TriState CareFlight accuses patient of pocketing insurance payout
A medical transport company is suing because it claims a patient did not fully reimburse it for its helicopter services.
Insurance company suit alleges Texas law prevails in uninsured motorist case
An insurance company is suing two individuals over whether Texas law prevails for the purposes of an uninsured motorist claim.
Fairview man sues former employer, alleging age discrimination, retaliation
A Fairview is suing a medical center, alleging age discrimination and retaliation.
Deputy's family sues Texas, alleging wrongful death
The family of a Harrison County sheriff's deputy is suing state of Texas departments and individuals, alleging wrongful death and other charges.
GE sues to recover allegedly unpaid vehicles, loans
General Electric Capital Corp. is suing two companies and two affiliated individuals over allegedly unpaid loans.
Credit Suisse slapped with $287M judgment in fraudulent appraisal suit
A Texas district judge recently levied a $287 million judgment against the Credit Suisse Group, bringing the total damage award against the company to $327 million.
Arbitration can prevent lawsuit abuse, bring quicker legal resolution
Nice guys finish last. Revenge is sweet. Paybacks are a real, well, you know. If you’ve ever found yourself involved in a lawsuit, those expressions may hit a little too close to home.
Insurance company sues Texas trucking business, seeking to rescind policy
A New York-based insurance company is suing a Texas trucking business in an effort to rescind a policy.
Harris County man sues energy compay, alleging unpaid overtime
A Harris County man is suing an energy business and two individuals, alleging unpaid overtime wages.
Billboard company sues Aegis Credit, alleging non-payment for advertising space
A Galveston County outdoor advertising company is suing a business and an individual, alleging of payment for billboard space.
Two longtime Houston employees sue city, alleging wrongful termination
Two city of Houston employees are suing the city, alleging they were terminated for repeatedly engaging in the law-protected right of reporting discriminatory conduct within the workplace.
Former field technician sues Pason Systems, seeking overtime pay
A former field technician is suing his former employer, alleging it failed to compensate him and other employees when they worked overtime.
11 plaintiffs sue two employers for alleged FLSA violations
Eleven men are suing two companies for allegedly unpaid overtime and paying below the minimum wage.
Beaumont man sued following vehicle collision on West Lucas over negligence claims
A Beaumont woman is suing a Beaumont man over claims of negligence following a vehicle collision on West Lucas Jefferson County.
Climate Controlled Containers Manufacturing sued over breach of contract allegations
A Jefferson County municipality is suing a pallet shippers manufacturer over claims it failed to pay rent.
Protective order entered in trip & fall against Wal-Mart
An agreed protective order has been entered in an Orange County woman’s trip and fall lawsuit against Wal-Mart.
Discrimination suit against Sheriff Mitch Woods transferred
A discrimination claims against Jefferson County and its sheriff was set to go to trial Sept. 14 but was transferred to another court.