News from September 2016
The Beguiling Myth of 'Mass Incarceration'
It is not surprising that those at opposite poles of the ideological spectrum generally view public policy issues—and proposed solutions—differently. What is surprising is when conservatives adopt the rhetoric of the Left (along with the accompanying narratives, memes, and canards) regarding a subject as important as criminal justice.
AG Paxton 'challenges' all Texans to fight human trafficking
AUSTIN – The fight against human trafficking, a modern day form of slavery, is the duty of every Texan, state Attorney General Ken Paxton said during a recent press conference at San Antonio Police Department’s Public Safety Headquarters.
Like Scalia, U.S. judicial nominees for Texas frown upon use of restatements
WASHINGTON – On Sept. 7 the U.S.
Jasper police officer alleges he was demoted because of race
&&&BEAUMONT – A police officer is suing an east Texas city, alleging he was demoted due to racial discrimination.
Man claims assault at apartment complex, files lawsuit against landlord
GALVESTON – An alleged assault at a Bacliff apartment complex earlier this year resulted in a lawsuit.
Orange County patient blames hospital for injuries
BEAUMONT — An Orange County patient is suing a Beaumont hospital, alleging its negligence caused injuries to the plaintiff.
Cabin builder alleges customer owes more than $13,000
GALVESTON — A cabin builder is suing a Texas customer, alleging he owes more than $13,000.
Customer blames Beaumont restaurant for injuries
BEAUMONT — A Port Arthur woman is suing a Beaumont restaurant, alleging its negligence led to her sustaining injuries in a fall.
Captain alleges ship owners' negligence led to injuries
BEAUMONT — A Texas captain is suing two ship owners, alleging their negligence led to the plaintiff suffering injuries.
Alabama bank alleges Galveston County man owes more than $30,000
GALVESTON — An Alabama bank is suing a Galveston County man, alleging he owes more than $30,000.
Diligent Delivery Systems dismissed from overtime suit
HOUSTON – A Harris County man who alleged he was not paid overtime wages while employed as an account manager has dismissed his claims against the defendant.
Law firms settle Stanford Ponzi cases, land $240M in recoveries
DALLAS – On Sept. 7 three law firms, Strasburger & Price, Castillo Snyder and Neligan Foley, announced settlements worth $240 million in recoveries for the more than 18,000 victims of a massive Ponzi scheme, orchestrated from Houston by jailed financier Allen Stanford, who is currently serving a 110-year sentence in federal prison in Florida.
Product technician accuses former employer of wrongful termination
HOUSTON — A Texas product technician is suing a Georgia company, alleging discrimination, retaliation and wrongful termination.
Customer blames Holiday Inn for fall in parking lot
BEAUMONT — A Beaumont woman is suing a Holiday Inn facility, alleging its negligence caused her to fall in the hotel parking lot.
Galveston County woman blames dog owner for attack by pets
GALVESTON — A Galveston County woman is suing a Friendswood pet owner, alleging the defendant's dog attacked the plaintiff.
Port Arthur woman blames employer for injuries
BEAUMONT — A Port Arthur woman is suing her employer, alleging its negligence caused her to suffer injuries.
New York company alleges Texas office equipment business owes nearly $100,000
HOUSTON — A New York company is suing a Victoria office equipment business, alleging it owes more than $99,000.
Lumber, hardware store alleges antiques distributor owes more than $31,000
GALVESTON — A Galveston lumber and hardware store is suing a Houston antiques distributor, alleging the defendant owes more than $31,000.
Disabled woman accuses property operators of discrimination
GALVESTON — A League City disabled woman is suing owners of a Houston property, alleging disability discrimination.
Vocational nurse alleges former employers failed to pay overtime
GALVESTON — A Galveston County licensed vocational nurse is suing Friendswood employers, alleging failure to pay overtime wages.