News from June 2017
Recent patent infringement cases filed in the Eastern District of Texas
MARSHALL DIVISION June 8 GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION INNOVATIONS LLC V. BB&T CORPORATION 2:17-cv-00489-JRG-RSP
Class action suit claims Univ. of Tulsa, NCAA failed to protect football players from head injuries
LUFKIN – The University of Tulsa, Conference USA, and the National Collegiate Athletic Association are implicated in a federal class action lawsuit alleging failure to ensure the health and safety of student-athletes.
San Antonio files suit against state over immigration law
SAN ANTONIO – On June 1, the city of San Antonio filed a lawsuit in federal court seeking to stop the state's new immigration enforcement law, Senate Bill 4.
Bathroom bill, teacher pay increase on agenda for special legislative session next month
AUSTIN – A special state legislative session to be held July 18 recently was announced by Gov. Greg Abbott.
Homeland Insurance seeks removal of Double Diamond case to federal court
DALLAS – Homeland Insurance Co. of New York has filed a notice of removal in its ongoing insurance coverage dispute against Double Diamond Delaware Inc.
Takata airbags back in forefront in suit filed by Friendswood man
HOUSTON – Last year, Friendswood resident Victor Guerrero was driving his 2002 Honda in the Houston area when he slammed into the back of another car.
Couple alleges defects with Texas City house were not disclosed before sale
TEXAS CITY – Galveston County resident Edwin Draviam and his company Saro Enterprises are in the business of flipping houses. His methods and tactics, though, are being tested after a couple from Galveston County filed suit in district court.
Hail attorney facing criminal charges, accused of engaging in organized crime
AUSTIN – A Texas hail attorney who has already had his law license suspended for a year is now facing criminal charges.
According to a Tarrant County criminal docket, Edinburg attorney Kent Livesay has a bond hearing today. The offense – engaging in organized crime.
Houston attorney sues United Airlines for millions, claims employees laughed and cursed at him, assaulted him
HOUSTON – Almost two years ago, a pair of United Airlines employees allegedly laughed at, cursed at and even physically injured an area attorney when he asked for a new boarding pass, according to a recently filed lawsuit.
ACLU files for injunction against Senate Bill 4
SAN ANTONIO – The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and the ACLU of Texas has filed for a preliminary injunction in an effort to block Texas Senate Bill 4.
Consumer accuses debt collector of unfair practices
&&& HOUSTON — A Mineral Wells woman is suing a debt collector, alleging unfair debt collection practices.
Houston police accused of false imprisonment
HOUSTON — A Corpus Christi man is suing the Houston Police Department, alleging false imprisonment and illegal detention.
Patient accuses health care providers of medical negligence
HOUSTON — A California patient is suing Clear Lake health care providers, alleging a negligent medical assessment.
The Legal 500 recognizes Baron & Budd for mass tort and class action expertise
DALLAS - On June 7, The national law firm of Baron & Budd announced it has been honored by The Legal 500 for its work representing plaintiffs in product liability, mass tort and class action cases.
Customer blames grocery stores operator for injuries
GALVESTON — A customer is suing the operator of a Texas City grocery store, alleging negligence led to the plaintiff suffering injuries.
Maritime worker blames cargo vessel operators for injuries
HOUSTON — A Harris County maritime worker is suing cargo vessel operators, alleging their negligence led to injuries for the plaintiff.
Mississippi couple blames Harris County medical care providers for wife's pain, injuries
HOUSTON — A Mississippi couple is suing Bellaire medical care providers, alleged medical negligence.
Tower worker blames ladder manufacturer, tower owners for injuries
HOUSTON — A Michigan man is suing a ladder manufacturer and tower owners, alleging their negligence caused him to fall and suffer injuries.
Flight attendant blames airport operators for being run over
HOUSTON — A flight attendant is suing Houston airport operators, employers and a driver, alleging their negligence caused her to be run over by an electric cart.
Customer blames fitness center operators for injuries
HOUSTON — A Harris County woman is suing Houston fitness center operators, alleging negligence led to injuries for the plaintiff.