News from January 2017
Motion seeks to expose deposition linked to Baron & Budd asbestos memo
AUSTIN – Next Tuesday, a Texas district judge will hold a hearing on whether to unseal testimony that could unearth a list of asbestos cases connected with the arguably infamous “Terrell memo,” the widely reported on “cheat sheet” revealing how Baron & Budd clients were coached up before depositions.
Motorist blames train operators for injuries at crossroads
HOUSTON — A Houston motorist is suing train operators, alleging their negligence led to the plaintiff suffering injuries.
Jefferson County 136th Court District: February 2017
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New business licenses issued in Jefferson County
Jan. 13 - 19 License #:1385 Assumed Name:WEAVER ENTERPRISE Address:600 WHITE OAK DRIVE,,LUMBERTON,TX77657 Owner Name:WEAVER BRYAN D License #:1387 Assumed Name:ACADIAN POOLS Address:600
Former Texans linebacker's lawsuit alleging poor field conditions now in federal court, turf company seeks dismissal
HOUSTON – Former Houston Texans linebacker Demeco Ryans’s lawsuit over allegedly poor field conditions at NRG Stadium recently found its way to federal court.
Recent patent infringement cases filed in the Eastern District of Texas
MARSHALL DIVISION JAN. 19 EXPRESS MOBILE, INC. V. VOLUSION, LLC ET AL 2:17-cv-00064-JRG-RSP
Judge Sanderson knocks out first trial, car wreck plaintiff lands $18K verdict
BEAUMONT – New District Judge Justin Sanderson, 60th Court, recently wrapped up
his first trial, with a Southeast Texas jury awarding a car wreck plaintiff $18,227.42 in damages.
Former judge Dupuy prohibited from practicing law in Texas
GALVESTON – In Lieu of disciplinary action, the Texas Supreme Court has accepted a motion for resignation from a former Galveston County judge who has been mired in legal troubles the past several years.
Man sues over alleged mishap with wheelchair
HOUSTON – An allegedly defective wheelchair is the subject of a personal injury lawsuit filed Jan. 19 in Harris County District Court.
Ala. author claims Texas A&M published work on famed '12th Man' without permission
HOUSTON – A Birmingham, Ala.-based book publisher and his company have brought a copyright lawsuit against Texas A&M University Athletic Department and the TAMU 12th Man Foundation, recent Houston federal court records show.
Passerby blames dog owners for pets' attack
HOUSTON — A Houston woman is suing security attack dog owners, alleging negligence in that insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.
Texas AG joins 14-state coalition seeking repeal of expansion of Endangered Species Act
AUSTIN – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton joined a coalition of 14 states in sending a letter to the incoming Trump Administration urging it to immediately repeal two new rules that broadly expand the definition of critical habitat for endangered species promulgated by the U.S.
Two workers accuses joint employers of failure to pay overtime
HOUSTON — Two Texas men are suing joint energy-related employers, alleging violation of workers compensation acts in failing to pay overtime.
Texas AG files petition to review EPA’s Protection of Visibility rule
AUSTIN – On Jan. 18, Attorney General Ken Paxton petitioned the U.S.
Personal banker accuses Wells Fargo of discrimination
HOUSTON — A Houston woman is suing Wells Fargo, alleging unlawful employment practices and discrimination.
Judge rules prepaid calling cards are telecommunication services for tax purposes
DALLAS – An administrative law judge in Texas has recently concurred with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and at least one prior U.S. District Court
ruling regarding the tax status of prepaid calling cards.
Parents accuse medical care providers of gross negligence
HOUSTON — Two Harris County parents are suing medical care providers, alleging the defendants' negligence caused kidney damage to their son.
Custom sign business launches litigation over trademark
HOUSTON – A business specializing in the design and manufacturing of custom signs has pursued legal action in response to what it asserts was infringement of its trademark.
Gas station operator alleges Sugar Land business breached contract
GALVESTON — A gas station operator is suing a Sugar Land business, alleging negligence and breach of fiduciary duty.
Customer blames Macy's for fall, injuries
HOUSTON — A Harris County woman is suing Macy's, alleged insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.