News from August 2020
July 28: Jefferson County District Court docket for "contract: consumer/commercial debt" cases
The following cases categorized as "contract: consumer/commercial debt" were on the docket in the Jefferson County District Court on July 28. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Jefferson County District Court: Actions Taken on July 28
The Jefferson County District Court reported the following activity on July 28 in the suits below:
GREENBERG TRAURIG LLP: Greenberg Traurig Shortlisted for 31 Euromoney Women in Business Awards 2020
Twenty women attorneys from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP have been named to the shortlist of Euromoney Legal Media Group’s “Women in Business Awards 2020.”
Harris County Attorney Ryan secures agreement for demolition of dangerous abandoned building
HOUSTON - Harris County Attorney Vince Ryan announced today that a dangerous building in the north county area is being demolished following an agreement negotiated by his office.
Opportunity in Crisis for Lawyers
The Covid-19 pandemic has taught us many things about how lawyers in the United States have traditionally practiced law. While we all had a strong sense that much of the daily practice of law was more antiquated than it needed to be, leave it to a global pandemic to really bring this into focus. The crisis has tested everything from how (or if) lawyers used technology, the nuts and bolts of how you ran your practice, how you interacted with clients and your own legal and support teams, to how realistic and current your risk management plans were.
Not wearing a facemask at a county courthouse can lead to fine, removal but not jail time, Texas AG opines
HOUSTON – Back in June, Harris County Attorney Vince Ryan requested an attorney general opinion regarding facial covering mandates in county buildings during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lawsuit: Roger Beaty of Dean & Rog Show sexually harassed Suzi Hanks by viewing porn in shared office
HOUSTON – Radio personality Suzi Hanks is suing Cox Radio, alleging she was subjected to a hostile work environment during her time on the Dean & Rog Show.
HUSCH BLACKWELL LLP: Austin Monthly Names Eight to 2020 Top Austin Attorneys; Husch Blackwell Recognized as a "Top Firm"
Austin Monthly has recognized eight Husch Blackwell attorneys as Austin's Top Attorneys 2020.
July 27: Jefferson County District Court docket for "injury/damage: other" cases
The following cases categorized as "injury/damage: other" were on the docket in the Jefferson County District Court on July 27. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Jefferson County District Court: Actions Taken on July 27
The Jefferson County District Court reported the following activity on July 27 in the suits below:
GREENBERG TRAURIG LLP: 9 Greenberg Traurig Attorneys Recognized as ‘Top Attorneys’ by Austin Monthly Magazine
Austin Monthly recognized nine attorneys from the Austin office of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP in their 2020 issue of “Top Attorneys in Austin.”
On appeal, TCEQ has contested decision against Harrison County reinstated
HOUSTON – A contested enforcement action over a Texas Water Code violation has been remanded back to the trial court that granted a county governmental immunity.
Woman slips on ‘unclean’ bathroom floor, sues Walmart for $1 million
HOUSTON – Walmart was recently hit with a slip and fall lawsuit seeking up to $1 million in damages.
Houston teacher claims she used 'reasonable force' to restrain violent student, sues for wrongful termination
HOUSTON — A former Houston Independent School District (HISD) teacher claims the district illegally terminated her after she was falsely accused of causing injury to one of her students.
Former college admissions director claims he was fired for not participating in scheme to defraud federal student loan program
HOUSTON — The former director of admissions for the Pennsylvania-based The Art Institutes International, claims he was fired in retaliation for not participating in a scheme to defraud federal student loan and grant programs.
Former CEO sues oil, gas industry services company over alleged breach of contract
HOUSTON — The former CEO of a oil and gas industry services provider, is claiming Delaware-based TETRA Technologies breached their purchase agreement by withholding escrow funds and is seeking a declaratory judgment against indemnification in a suit against TETRA and a vendor.
THOMPSON COBURN LLP: Thompson Coburn’s Management Committee welcomes three new members
Thompson Coburn is proud to welcome three new members to its Management Committee in 2020: D.C. partner Adrienne Clair, Chicago partner Rob Lang and Dallas managing partner Nicole Williams.
FOLEY & LARDNER LLP: Chevron and Foley & Lardner Team Up with Dress For Success Houston to Empower Professional Women During COVID-19
During the COVID-19 crisis, Dress For Success Houston (DFSH), along with Chevron and Foley & Lardner LLP are continuing their dedication to equipping Houston women with professional attire and skillsets to overcome economic hardships.
July 24: Jefferson County District Court docket for "damages or injury (auto)" cases
The following cases categorized as "damages or injury (auto)" were on the docket in the Jefferson County District Court on July 24. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Jefferson County District Court: Actions Taken on July 24
The Jefferson County District Court reported the following activity on July 24 in the suits below: