News from 2022
Lawsuit seeks to stop implementation of Debt Forgiveness Program
FORT WORTH - A lawsuit filed earlier this week is asserting that the U.S. Department of Education violated the Administrative Procedure Act by promulgating a Debt Forgiveness Program behind closed doors.
Customer claims she tripped over merchandise on floor of Houston Dollar Tree store
HOUSTON — A woman alleges she tripped over merchandise scatter across the aisle at a Houston Dollar Tree store and suffered injuries.
Woman alleges League City residents' failure to restrain dog led to her attack
GALVESTON — A woman alleges League City residents failed to restrain their large dog, which attacked her while she was walking by their residence.
Vacation rental, property management alleges breach of contract
GALVESTON — A vacation rental and property management company in Galveston is alleging breach of contract.
Private Equity, Cross Border Transactions and Trends on October 13, 2022
Private Equity, Cross Border Transactions and Trends on October 13, 2022.
Continued: Trial of suit alleging man fell off Houston Methodist operating table
HOUSTON — A continuance has been granted in a lawsuit alleging a man fell off the operating table twice during hernia surgery.
May trial slated in injury suit against Academy
HOUSTON — A May trial has been slated in a lawsuit against Academy Sports + Outdoors that alleges a customer was assaulted after he attempted to enter an occupied dressing room that had a vacancy display and a broken lock.
Cleaning crew member sues McDonald's alleging loose door knob caused her fall
HOUSTON — A cleaning crew member alleges an unsecured, loose door knob at a Houston McDonald's caused her to fall and suffer injuries.
Suit alleges woman suffered fractured wrist due to police excessive force
HOUSTON — A woman alleges she suffered a fractured wrist and other injuries after being arrested while police officers used excessive force during a blood draw at a Harris County processing center.
Customer alleges puddle of water at Houston food store caused her slip, fall
HOUSTON — A customer who slipped on a puddle of water at a food store in Houston is claiming premises liability.
Bradley Adds Litigation Associate Charles L. Sharman to Houston Office
Bradley Adds Litigation Associate Charles L. Sharman to Houston Office.
Justices find LG Chem must face suit over exploding vape battery
EL PASO - The Eighth Court of Appeals recently reversed a ruling granting LG Chem’s special appearance in a lawsuit alleging a vape battery exploded.
Patient alleges foot surgeon performed unnecessary fracture repair
HOUSTON — A patient alleges her podiatrist performed an unnecessary repair of her fracture which caused her to require revision surgery.
Suit alleges Houston gentleman's club security guard pushed patron to ground
HOUSTON — A Houston gentleman's club patron alleges she suffered injuries after being pushed to the ground by the club's security officer.
Houston company accused of failing to pay more than $13,000 in compensation, sales commissions
HOUSTON — A Houston based company is facing a suit alleging it failed to pay more than $13,000 in payment and commission for sales services.
The future of work for Texas employers on October 13, 2022
The future of work for Texas employers on October 13, 2022.
Ferguson Law Firm obtains restraining order in Newton County fatality accident
BEAUMONT – The Ferguson Law Firm has obtained a temporary restraining order on behalf of the family of an Orange woman killed in early morning crash on Highway 62 in Newton County. Paul ‘Chip’ Ferguson, managing partner of The Ferguson Law Firm, obtained the order on behalf of the woman’s husband and two children, a press release states.
U.S. Department of Justice announces surge of resources to fight violent crime in Houston
U.S. Department of Justice announces surge of resources to fight violent crime in Houston.
Justices find San Jacinto River Authority has immunity from taking claims over Lake Conroe water release
HOUSTON - Today, the 14th Court of Appeals reversed a ruling denying the San Jacinto River Authority’s plea to the jurisdiction in taking claims brought over the release of water from Lake Conroe during Hurricane Harvey.
Man alleges UPS Store failed to properly package, ship his antique mirror
HOUSTON — A man alleges a UPS Store failed to properly package and ship a valuable, antique French mirror which resulted in its destruction.