News from April 2017
Appeals court tosses out $1.8 million medical malpractice award
HOUSTON – The 1st District Court of Appeals has rejected a trial court's medical malpractice ruling and tossed out a $1,875,887.62 award.
Former Texas congressman charged with campaign funds violations
HOUSTON – Former U.S. Rep. Steve Stockman, R-Texas, has been charged with illegally diverting charitable donations to fund his campaign, according to FBI documents.
Kidney specialist, practice hit law firm with legal malpractice suit
HOUSTON – A kidney specialist and his practice have brought a legal malpractice lawsuit against a Richmond, Va.-based law firm, alleging the defendant forced them to accept lesser amounts in monetary benefits.
Texas House Insurance Committee advances hailstorm lawsuit bill
AUSTIN – On April 4, the Texas House Insurance Committee advanced House Bill 1774, a consumer protection bill that implements what one group is calling “common-sense accountability measures to stop rampant weather-related lawsuit abuse, while preserving the strongest protections in the nation for property insurance consumers.”
Auctioneer accuses law enforcement officers of false arrest
HOUSTON — A Grimes County professional auctioneer is suing Grimes County and Montgomery County law enforcement officials, alleging false arrest and malicious prosecution.
Patron blames billiards parlor for injuries
HOUSTON — A Houston man is suing a billiards parlor, alleging the defendants' negligence led to the plaintiff being injured in a fight.
Couple alleges roofing contractors breached contract
HOUSTON — A Houston couple is suing roofing contractors, alleging breach of contract and unjust enrichment.
Convenience store operator accuses competitor of unjust enrichment
HOUSTON — A Lake Jackson convenience store operator is suing a competitor, alleging unfair competition and unjust enrichment.
Pedestrian blames Houston property owners for fall
HOUSTON — A Harris County woman is suing Houston homeowners, alleging their negligence cause her to suffer injuries in a fall on their property.
Vacuum installer accuses employer of unpaid wages
HOUSTON — A vacuum installer has filed a class action lawsuit against a Houston company, alleging failure to compensate employees for overtime work.
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Oil companies' dispute results in writ of mandumus
BEAUMONT – A petition for a writ of mandumus was filed with the Texas Court of Appeals 9th District in a case involving BBX Operating and Geosouthern Energy Corp.
Final judgment of $665K entered in Hidalgo County hail trial
McALLEN – A final judgment of more than $665,000 has been entered in a Hidalgo County hail lawsuit – a far cry from the $1.8 million in damages originally awarded by the jury.
TWIA, Mostyn Law lock horns over outcome of Rita trial – insurer says firm ‘simultaneously’ filed suit with ‘excessive’ pre-suit demand
BEAUMONT – While the trial of the last remaining Hurricane Rita lawsuit may be in books, the case is far from over – as Mostyn Law and the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association recently filed contrasting motions for entry of final judgment.
Homeowner sues over construction defects
A homeowner is suing Lennar Homes of Texas Land and Construction Ltd. and Lennar Homes of Texas Sales and Marketing Ltd., alleging a breach of the implied warranty stemming from construction defects in the home she purchased.
Liquor retailer accused of compensation violations
Former employees have filed a class-action lawsuit against an alcoholic beverages retailer, citing alleged violation of workers compensation acts.
Patient sues health care providers over spine procedure
A patient is suing Dr. George Al Shamy and other health care providers, citing alleged insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries during a spine procedure.
Fort Bend woman sues yacht rental company
A Fort Bend woman is suing MVR Star Fleet LLC, a yacht rental company, citing alleged false, misleading or deceptive business practices.
Furniture installers sue employer in overtime complaint
Two furniture installers are suing their employer, Sotero Lozano Jr., who does business as Astros Techs, citing alleged violation of workers compensation acts.
Why Senate Bill 10 is needed
Our state Senate considering legislation to restrict lawsuits against individual insurance adjusters.