News from May 2016
Presidential candidate says Texas' petition signature law detrimental to campaign
A Florida woman who is running for President of the United States alleges that the State of Texas’ law requiring an independent candidate to obtain between 79,939 signatures of registered voters who did not vote in the March 1, 2016 presidential primary is preventing her from selecting a running mate, a lawsuit filed against Texas Secretary of State Carlos Cascos in Houston federal court says.
Louisiana motorist blames Beaumont company, driver for causing crash
BEAUMONT — A Louisiana motorist is suing a Beaumont company and one its drivers, alleging their negligence caused injuries to the plaintiff.
Mexican business alleges Texas contractor owes nearly $900,000
HOUSTON — A Mexican business is suing a Texas contractor, alleging an unpaid debt of nearly $900,000.
Texas AG continues legal battle over school bathrooms
The legal battle over transgender bathroom rights continued in Texas this week, with Attorney General Ken Paxton joining two colleagues in asking the Obama administration for clarification on its recent letter to schools regarding the issue.
Texas abortion clinic law fight heard by Supreme Court
AUSTIN – Texas House Bill 2, which was enacted in 2013 and
deals with the safety and availability of abortion clinics in the state,
returned to the spotlight earlier this year with arguments made by the Texas
Attorney General’s Office before the U.S. Supreme Court in March in defense of
a lawsuit directly tied to the provisions of the law.
The battle for fees and cases, bankruptcy court competition ‘run amok,’ says law professor
HOUSTON - When Enron filed for bankruptcy, the troubled energy firm, like many major Texas companies before and after, opted for an east coast venue, rather than litigate in a Houston federal courtroom only a few blocks away.
Former Phoenix Technology Services USA Inc. employee alleges overtime pay violations
HOUSTON – A Harris County man alleges he was terminated in retaliation for opposition of his employer's decision regarding overtime pay and employee status.
Former employee alleges XPAT Xtreme Pump & Testing did not pay overtime
TYLER – A former operator for a Longview company has filed a class-action lawsuit seeking allegedly unpaid overtime wages.
Woman claims she was injured while shopping at Lowe's
HOUSTON – A Crosby woman is suing a home improvement chain alleging she was injured at the Baytown store.
Suit filed against GM over allegedly defective locks in Corvette
BEAUMONT – Two children have filed a suit alleging that a defect in the locking system in a Corvette caused the death of their father.
Harris County man alleges he was wrongfully terminated by Fluor Federal Global Projects
HOUSTON – An African-American man claims he was terminated by his employer after allegations of sexual relationships.
Consumer alleges credit report agency provided false information
HOUSTON – A Texas consumer is suing a credit report agency, alleging its report on his credit contained false information.
Ex-employee accuses Van Alstyne school district of age discrimination
SHERMAN — A Grayson County woman is suing the Van Alstyne school district, alleging she was fired because of her age.,
Employee alleges spa failed to pay overtime
HOUSTON — A Texas woman is suing a Woodlands spa, alleging failure to pay overtime.
Galveston County woman accuses Alvin business of breach of contract
GALVESTON — A Galveston County woman is suing an Alvin business, alleging it owes her money.
Jury Service: It’s a Privilege, not a Duty
Have you ever received a postcard in the mail with “OFFICIAL JURY SUMMONS” emblazoned across the top?
ACCESS ACT meant to protect disabled and small businesses instead of enriching lawyers
WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Ken Calvert (R-CA), who is sponsoring the ACCESS (ADA Compliance for Customer Entry to Stores and Services) Act, will testify before the House
Judiciary Committee’s Subcommittee on Constitution and Civil Justice today on behalf
of the bill he says will help stop plaintiffs’ lawyers from “trying to enrich
themselves on the backs of the disabled.”
Insurance companies clash over coverage in crash
HOUSTON – An insurance company is suing a competitor, alleging the defendant should pay costs incurred in defending a motorist involved in a crash.
Supply company alleges customer owes $140,000
GALVESTON — A Houston company is suing a Clear Lake Shores customer, alleging he owes more than $140,000 from an unpaid debt.
Barratry class action against hail firm alleges ‘elaborate web of fraud’
DALLAS - A piece of barratry litigation out of Dallas County alleges Texas hail lawyers, public adjusters and roofers are currently involved in an “elaborate web of fraud” to “line their pockets” by taking advantage of storm victims. Last March, Ambrocia Ortega filed a RICO suit against several business and individuals, alleging an “Insurance Claim Contract” had been executed with defendant Lambcorp in 2013 to repair the plaintiff’s roof.