News from October 2018
Worker alleges termination by Sysco USA was because of age
HOUSTON – A Houston man alleges he was terminated after 25 years of employment by a company because of his age.
Cardiovascular disease specialist named in med mal suit
HOUSTON – A local physician specializing in cardiovascular disease has been sued for medical malpractice, recent Harris County District Court records show.
Railroad worker injured when train struck backhoe seeks $1 million from Toddco Construction, LJA Infrastructure
HOUSTON – A switchman for a railroad company alleges he was injured when the train he was on struck a backhoe that was fouling the tracks.
Former Fircroft field inspector alleges he is owed $365,000 in unpaid overtime wages
HOUSTON – A Michigan man formerly employed by a company doing business in Texas alleges he is owed several hundred thousand dollars in unpaid overtime wages.
You’re paying for it whether you know it or not
Two more months and this year is done, 2018 is over, and 2019 begins. It’s time to start making resolutions for the new year.
No damages awarded in worker’s comp case against BISD
BEAUMONT – No damages were awarded in a worker’s compensation lawsuit brought against the Beaumont Independent School District.
14th Court of Appeal denies to stay proceedings in TCPA case
HOUSTON – An appeals court has denied a request to stay proceedings after it found that the relators didn't provide sufficient evidence to argue the claim.
Paxton: Question regarding TRS investments requires determinations 'beyond the scope' of attorney general opinion
AUSTIN – State Attorney General Ken Paxton has issued an opinion on whether the Teacher Retirement System could invest its assets in universal life insurance policies.
Baseball mom cries foul after son injured running to first, files $1M suit against Nations Baseball, Comcast
BEAUMONT – A baseball mom is hoping to strikeout two defendants for injures her son suffered during a World Series elimination game.
Court docs: insurance agent allowed restaurant's flood coverage to lapse
GALVESTON – A restaurant and its proprietor are pursuing legal action against an insurance agent, claiming he allowed their coverage to lapse before a hurricane last year.
Man sustains head injuries diving into pool, pursues legal action
HOUSTON – A Harris County man claims that he sustained “severe, debilitating” head injuries after diving into a local pool more than four months ago.
Proposed bill would release information about civil rights cold cases
The civil rights movement gave millions of people a new share in the American Dream. Tragically, many violent crimes committed against black families struggling for equality during this time remain unsolved.
Appeals court affirms ruling in ladder injury case against KLI over process service
HOUSTON – A state appeals court has rejected a man's appeal in his failed personal-injury case, saying he was not diligent enough in his attempts to serve process on one of two companies he alleged were liable in his claims.
First District Court of Appeals rules in favor of homeowners' association in fee dispute
HOUSTON – An appellate court has affirmed a trial court’s ruling in a case involving a lawsuit filed by a homeowners’ association against a homeowner for past-due HOA fees.
African-American employee alleges Centerpoint Energy deprived him of promotions
HOUSTON – An African-American man alleges his Houston employer deprived him of promotions and advancements because of his race.
Procollect alleged to have damaged consumer's credit score by failing to report debt as disputed
HOUSTON – A Spring consumer alleges a Houston collection agency failed to report a debt as disputed on his credit report.
Welch Trucking denied new trial in case netting $1.4M judgment, argues Judge Walston prevented defense from contesting plaintiff’s med bills
BEAUMONT – In a recently filed motion for new trial, which was denied, Welch Trucking argues Judge Kent Walston, 58th District Court, prevented the defendants from contesting medical bills in a jury trial that resulted in nearly $1.4 million in damages – a third of which was awarded for the plaintiff’s medical expenses.
Crowley Maritime seaman alleges gangway caused knee injuries
GALVESTON – A seaman is seeking damages from his employers over allegations he needed knee surgeries after losing his footing on a gangway.
Montgomery County man alleges property seller failed to clean it as promised
GALVESTON – A Montgomery County man alleges a Galveston County man failed to clean a property as agreed and now owes $5,000.
Contender Construction & Roofing Group alleges property owner failed to pay for water mitigation services
GALVESTON – A restoration company alleges the owner of a Friendswood property failed to pay it for its services.