News from November 2019
Philly Trial Lawyers Spend $10.9 Million on Local Ads In First Half of 2019
Philadelphia area viewers saw approximately 73,000 local legal services advertisements in just the first half of 2019 (January through June). The lawyers, their firms, and others who purchased these local legal services ads spent $10.9 million over the six-month span.
When you’re done, you’re done
The great English metaphysical poet John Donne got terrible grades in college. Often, when taking exams, he would come across a question that required a bit of thought, so he would put his quill pen down and ponder it. The proctor, seeing that he was no longer writing, would approach and ask, “Are you done?” Thinking that he was being asked to affirm his identity, he would reply, “Yes, I am.” Whereupon the proctor would take possession of his uncompleted test and dismiss him, dooming Donne to a failing mark.
Lawsuit alleges men ‘wielding machetes’ attacked woman in front of a Cinemark
BEAUMONT – In a scene that sounds straight out of a movie, a local woman alleges she was attacked by two men “wielding machetes” in front of a Cinemark theater.
Benzene lawsuit alleges exposure at ExxonMobil, others
BEAUMONT – A recently filed benzene lawsuit alleges a man was exposed to the chemical throughout his career.
$5M default judgment issued in gold coin lawsuit
BEAUMONT – A default judgment of more than $5 million was recently handed down in a lawsuit brought over the purchasing of rare and collectible coins.
Martin Phipps dismisses sealed lawsuit against former employees
SAN ANTONIO – Before a hearing to permanently seal could take place, attorney Martin Phipps dismissed his lawsuit against three former employees of his, court records show.
Texas AG announces settlement agreement with T-Mobile on Sprint merger
AUSTIN – Attorney General Ken Paxton has announced that his office reached a settlement with T-Mobile resolving the state’s antitrust claims against the proposed merger of mobile wireless telecommunications service providers Sprint and T-Mobile.
Customer alleges Steak N Shake negligence led to fall
HOUSTON — Steak N Shake faces a suit from a Brazoria County woman who allegedly slipped on grease at the defendant's Pearland restaurant.
Former Petro Safety supervisor alleges he was not paid for overtime work
TYLER — A former safety supervisor with Petro Safety Services alleges he was not compensated for time he worked more than 40 hours per week.
Former Occidental Petroleum engineer alleges retaliation over medical leave
HOUSTON — A former Occidental Petroleum (Oxy) senior production engineer alleges the company retaliated against her after she suffered from stillbirth complications and while she was in the process of adopting a special needs child from India.
Transgender employee accuses T-Mobile of discrimination, harassment
HOUSTON — A transgender T-Mobile retail store employee alleges he faced discrimination and harassment by a former coworker.
Alleged dog attack results in lawsuit
HOUSTON — A Houston woman is suing the owner of a dog that allegedly knocked her down and caused her injury and disfigurement.
TEXAS OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR: Governor Abbott Meets With DHS Acting Secretary Chad Wolf In Austin
Governor Greg Abbott met with Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Acting Secretary Chad Wolf in Austin.
Case activity for Cadence Bank N.A. vs Ivan Ramirez on Nov. 22
The Harris County Civil Court reported the following activities in the suit brought by Cadence Bank N.A. against Ivan Ramirez on Nov. 22.
Case activity for National Collegiate Student Loan Trust 2006 - 4 vs Daysi C. Martinez on Nov. 22
The Harris County Civil Court reported the following activities in the suit brought by National Collegiate Student Loan Trust 2006 - 4 against Daysi C. Martinez on Nov. 22.
Case activity for Department Stores National Bank vs Jamaal Johnson on Nov. 22
The Harris County Civil Court reported the following activities in the suit brought by Department Stores National Bank against Jamaal Johnson on Nov. 22.
REED SMITH: Reed Smith shortlisted for 2019 FT Innovative Lawyers awards
We are pleased to announce that Reed Smith has been shortlisted in three categories for the forthcoming 2019 Financial Times North America Innovative Lawyers Report and Awards.
Case activity for Araceli Puga vs Katbi Holdings LLC on Nov. 22
The Harris County Civil Court reported the following activities in the suit brought by Araceli Puga against Katbi Holdings LLC on Nov. 22.
Case activity for Cadence Bank N.A. vs Gayla J. Linder on Nov. 22
The Harris County Civil Court reported the following activities in the suit brought by Cadence Bank N.A. against Gayla J. Linder on Nov. 22.
Case activity for Jefferson Capital Systems LLC vs Laricea Griffin on Nov. 22
The Harris County Civil Court reported the following activities in the suit brought by Jefferson Capital Systems LLC against Laricea Griffin on Nov. 22.