News from December 2022
Locke Lord Named to Global Restructuring Review's 2022 Top 100 Firms for Fourth Consecutive Year
Locke Lord has been listed in the Global Restructuring Review's 2022 edition of the GRR 100, the publication's guide to the world's leading law firms for cross-border restructuring and insolvency matters.
Man allegedly trips over pallet left on wine shop aisle
HOUSTON — A man who tripped over a pallet left on the aisle of a wine shop in Houston and suffered injuries is claiming negligence.
Woman alleges daughter's death was due to negligence of care facility
HOUSTON — A woman alleges her daughter died from choking while at a care facility for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Reed Smith pro bono team helps achieve release of Texas maternal mortality report
A pro bono team from Reed Smith has advised the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM) in urging the release of a Joint Report from the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) and the Texas Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee (MMMRC) containing findings and recommendations for addressing the state’s maternal health crisis.
Med-mal over treatment of snake bite before Texas SC, TAPA files brief in support treating physician
AUSTIN - A medical malpractice case over the alleged delayed treatment of a rattlesnake bite is currently before the Texas Supreme Court and has attracted the attention of several health care associations, including the Texas Alliance for Patient Access.
Non-profit futbol club sues over condition of artificial turf, Ferguson Law Firm representing plaintiffs
HOUSTON - A breach of contract lawsuit is alleging the makers of artificial turf fields have refused to honor the warranty on their product.
Suit: Owner failed to pay more than $50,000 for transportation of boat to Mexico
GALVESTON — A Colorado man is being accused of failing to pay the more than $50,000 he owes a Galveston County woman, who along with her crew, transported his vessel to Mexico.
Contractor who was paid allegedly failed to obtain permits, abandoned job
GALVESTON — A contractor who allegedly abandoned an outdoor patio project and failed to obtain proper permitting is facing fraud and other claims.
Holland & Knight Adds Energy and Corporate Securities Partner Paul Monsour in Houston
Holland & Knight has bolstered its leading Corporate, M&A and Securities Practice Group with the addition of energy attorney Paul Monsour as a partner in Houston.
Take-nothing judgment in suit over towing of vehicle affirmed on appeal
HOUSTON - The First Court of Appeals recently affirmed a ruling that there was probable cause to tow Steven Smith’s vehicle from the parking lot of his apartment complex.
Man robbed, shot at Houston apartment complex claims lack of security
Man robbed, shot at Houston apartment complex claims lack of security
Man alleges Nissan Sentra had defects including smoking from alternator
GALVESTON — A Texas man alleges his 2021 Nissan Sentra suffered from numerous defects including a faulty transmission.
Home owners allege contractor's negligence caused mold damage
GALVESTON — A League City couple claim construction defects in their home led to extensive mold damage.
Bradley Adds Partner Meghan McElvy to Houston Office
Bradley is pleased to announce that Meghan Dawson McElvy has joined the firm’s Houston office as a partner in the Construction Practice Group and Energy Practice Group.
Bradley Adds Kelsey Shofner to Corporate and Securities Group in Dallas
Bradley is pleased to announce that Kelsey Shofner has joined the firm’s Dallas office as a senior attorney in the Corporate & Securities Practice Group.
(Applies Aftershave) ‘AHHHHHHHH!’
Even before Home Alone came out in 1990, I recall noticing my dad’s Brut aftershave.
Paxton Leads Coalition to Defeat DACA After Biden Administration Attempts to Salvage the Illegal Immigration Policy
Attorney General Paxton is leading a coalition of states in pushing back against the Biden Administration’s attempts to save the illegal Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (“DACA”) program.
Eight men indicted for $114 million securities fraud scheme orchestrated through social media
A federal grand jury in the Southern District of Texas returned an indictment that was unsealed charging eight men with conspiracy to commit securities fraud for a long-running, social media-based “pump and dump” scheme.
Office of the Attorney General Provides Update on the Two-Year Anniversary of the Disappearance of Jason Landry
Marks the second anniversary of Jason Landry’s disappearance.
City of Houston must face collision lawsuit, justices decide
HOUSTON - The First Court of Appeals recently affirmed a ruling denying the city of Houston summary judgment in a lawsuit brought over a city employee’s automobile collision.