News from October 2017
Consumers claim Camaro has defects with air conditioner, other issues
HOUSTON – A Houston couple alleges that a Camaro they purchased has a defective air conditioner and other issues and that the issues have not been corrected despite attempts to do so.
Patient seeks more than $200,000 after fall at University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston
GALVESTON – A Jefferson County woman alleges she was injured when she slipped on a liquid believed to be water at a health care facility.
Former clerk alleges he is owed wages from BNS Management Inc.
HOUSTON – A Harris County man alleges that he is owed unpaid overtime wages from his employment as a clerk at a convenience store.
Bedrock Petroleum Consultants LLC, Apache Corp. alleged to have failed to pay overtime
HOUSTON – A Missouri man formerly employed as a logistics coordinator/drilling report clerk for two Houston companies alleges he is owed unpaid wages.
Pipefitter alleges Blanchard Refining Co. terminated him after injury
GALVESTON – A Texas City employer is alleged to have retaliated against a 10-year pipefitter employee after his injuries.
Consumer claims Ford Focus has defects, transmission issues
HOUSTON – A Houston consumer alleges a Ford vehicle he purchased has transmission issues that are still occurring after repair attempts.
Parents file suit against GM after fatal accident involving Chevy Malibu
HOUSTON – A Bryan couple alleges that a General Motors manufactured vehicle violated several crashworthiness principals that led to the death of their adult son.
Texas 14th Court of Appeals affirms dismissal of former employee’s suit against HISD
HOUSTON – The Texas 14th Court of Appeals has rejected a former employee's appeal of the claims against the Houston Independent School District, upholding a lower court’s dismissal.
Texas 14th Court of Appeals sides with landlords in dispute
HOUSTON – The Texas 14th Court of Appeals has upheld a lower court ruling dismissing tenants’ breach of contract complaint against their landlords after they allegedly filed a fraudulent claim of indigence.
Mother claims wings restaurant served son alcohol on night of accident
HOUSTON – Claiming a Humble BreWingZ contributed to her son being fatally struck by a vehicle almost two weeks ago, Texas resident Ruschelle Stembler has pursued legal action.
Dallas Co. woman says forced attendance of Halloween company party affront to her Christian faith
DALLAS – Halloween is associated with costumes, candy, and the occult, but to one Dallas County woman, it is an affront to her religion and a reason she allegedly lost her job.
Cash Money Towing buyer alleges seller breached contract
GALVESTON – A Galveston County man alleges that an individual has breached a contract regarding the sale of a business.
Mobile Mini Inc. alleges it is owed more than $9,000 for unit from individual
GALVESTON – A Galveston County man is alleged to have failed to pay for a Santa Fe mobile storage unit.
Texas City man alleges tree branch on neighboring vacant property damaged house
GALVESTON – A Texas City man is seeking damages allegedly caused by a tree branch to his property.
Houston man alleges false information on FC Background report cost him job
HOUSTON – A Houston individual alleges he lost employment opportunities because of inaccurate information provided on a consumer report.
Vista Continuing Care Center visitor alleges water in hallway caused fall, injuries
HOUSTON – An invitee at a Pasadena nursing home alleges she fractured her ankle because of water left on the floor.
MyOfficeProducts Inc. alleges individual used confidential information without consent
HOUSTON – An office supply company alleges a former employee residing in Harris County misappropriated confidential information.
Greek seaman seeks $10 million in relief from Future Kare
HOUSTON – A Greek seaman alleges that a New York company prevented him from continuing treatment at a Houston health facility after he was injured in the course of his duties.
FTC honors Consumer Protection Division with Partner Award
AUSTIN – A federal organization has recognized the Texas Attorney General Consumer Protection Division with an award for its efforts to combat fraud and deception.
Monsanto, Helena Chemical take discovery dispute to Texas Supreme Court
HOUSTON – The Texas Supreme Court has been asked to intervene in a discovery dispute between chemical companies Helena Chemical Co. and Monsanto.