News from February 2016
Steersman blames Bolivar Barge for leg injury aboard ship
GALVESTON — A steersman is suing his former employer, alleging negligence over injuries he says he sustained while on a vessel in the Gulf of Mexico.
Property owner alleges illegal construction of power lines
GALVESTON — A Galveston County man is suing five companies, alleging breach of contract and negligence over construction of power poles and lines in front of his property.
Ala. couple accused of filing fraudulent Deepwater Horizon claim can't repay $1.6M
NEW ORLEANS – An Alabama couple is denying accusations that they defrauded the Deepwater Horizon claims program and insist they cannot repay $1.6 million awarded to them through the program because the money went to pay off a judgment against them.
Joint motion for dismissal filed in asbestos suit against Chevron
Story CopyNearly two years ago, Orange resident Vera Perry filed a petition to perpetuate the testimony of Mayo Perry, who allegedly suffers from lung cancer, seeking his asbestos exposure history while employed by Chevron USA.
Summary judgment sought in suit between Coon clan couple
Story CopyWillis Coon recently moved for summary judgment in his suit against Ginger Coon over a disputed piece of property.
Christus purportedly settles med-mal over newborn’s skull fracture
With a trial looming, Christus Hospital – St. Mary has reportedly settled a medical malpractice lawsuit alleging the health care provider and a nurse negligently caused a newborn’s skull fracture.
All insurers should resist dubious claims
Shingles are something you never want to have, unless they're on the top of your house or on the outside of your law office.
Joe Cantu is fortunate not to have shingles, at least not on his roof, but he does have cement tiles up there, and some of them apparently got damaged when the March 29, 2012 hailstorm hit his Hidalgo County home.
Longtime employee alleges BP practiced gender discrimination
HOUSTON — A former BP legal employee is suing the corporation, alleging discrimination and wrongful termination.
Customer sues Walgreens for $1M after trip and fall
BEAUMONT - A Jefferson County woman is suing Walgreens, alleging negligence over injuries she says she sustained at one of its Port Arthur stores.
Harris County worker alleges AANT Investments failed to pay overtime
HOUSTON - A Harris County man is suing the owners of a Houston business, alleging they did not pay him overtime wages.
Texas business alleges breach of contract by Bloom Energy
GALVESTON – An Alvin company is suing a California energy business, alleging a business deal gone bad and a written contract broken.
Motorist blames Beaumont for vehicle collision
BEAUMONT - A Jefferson County woman is suing Beaumont, alleging a vehicle collision was caused by a city police officer.
Recent patent infringement cases filed in the Eastern District of Texas
Story CopyTYLER DIVISION Feb. 5 Blue Spike, LLC v.
New business licenses/assumed names issued in Jefferson County
DBA: 1/19 - 2-/4/2016 License #:2861 Assumed Name:HIBBET SPORTS #1334 Address:211 E 7TH ST., SUITE 620, AUSTIN , TX, 78701 Owner Name:HIBBETT SPORTING GOODS INC License #:2880 Assumed Name:BISCAMP CONSTRUCTION Address:5060 BRISTOL DR., BEAUMONT, TX, 77707 Owner Name:BISCAMP BRENT License #:2883 Assumed Name: B&D CONSTRUCTION Address:PO BOX 351, CHINA , TX, 77613 Owner Name:BERTRAND ELIZABETH DAWN License #:2895 Assumed Name:T&E MOBILE PRESSURE WASHING Address:2007 EA
Jefferson County 60th Court District: March 2016
Jefferson County 60th Court District: March 2016 PROVEN PRODUCTS AND SERVICES INC V.
Foremost Insurance Co. accused of breach of contract
BEAUMONT – Two Beaumont residents whose vehicle was struck in an automobile accident are suing the driver who allegedly caused the accident and the insurance companies.
Graceland Rentals seeks collateral from Galveston County man
GALVESTON – A Texas rental company is suing a Galveston County man over claims he defaulted on loan payments.
Marathon sued for injuries allegedly caused by refinery explosion
BEAUMONT – A Marathon employee is suing owners and affiliates of the Marathon Petroleum Texas City Refinery for alleged injuries sustained in an explosion at the refinery.
Former Cameron International recruiter claims the company failed to pay overtime
HOUSTON – An employee of an oil and gas service company is seeking the court’s help to recover allegedly unpaid overtime wages.
Longview woman accused of negligent driving
BEAUMONT – Three Vidor residents are suing a Longview woman for alleged negligent driving, which they claim caused severe injuries in an accident.