News from August 2024
Harris County Civil Court: Actions Taken on Aug. 19
The Harris County Civil Court reported the following activity on Aug. 19 in the suits below:
Aug. 19: Harris County Civil Court docket for "cases appealed from lower courts" cases
The following cases categorized as "cases appealed from lower courts" were on the docket in the Harris County Civil Court on Aug. 19. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Aug. 19: Harris County Civil Court docket for "contract - other" cases
The following cases categorized as "contract - other" were on the docket in the Harris County Civil Court on Aug. 19. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Aug. 18: Harris County Civil Court docket for "contract - consumer/commercial/debt" cases
The following cases categorized as "contract - consumer/commercial/debt" were on the docket in the Harris County Civil Court on Aug. 18. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Harris County Civil Court: Actions Taken on Aug. 18
The Harris County Civil Court reported the following activity on Aug. 18 in the suits below:
Family Alleges Gross Negligence Against Plastic Surgeons Following Fatal Procedure
The family of Miriam Blanco has filed a lawsuit against two plastic surgeons and their institute alleging gross negligence resulting in her death following a cosmetic procedure gone wrong. The suit seeks substantial damages for alleged failures in standard medical care leading to her untimely demise.
Plaintiff alleges major tire service company’s negligence led to severe injuries
Elizabeth Semien has filed a lawsuit against NTW LLC D/B/A NTB - National Tire & Battery alleging severe personal injuries due to their negligence at one of their locations in Sugar Land, Texas. The plaintiff seeks compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering among other damages.
Houston Resident Sues Fast-Food Chain Over Slip-and-Fall Incident
Felipe Reyes has filed a lawsuit against Z & H Foods Inc., operating as Popeye's #4046 after sustaining injuries from slipping on a spilled substance at one of their locations. The suit alleges negligence and seeks compensatory damages among other reliefs.
Elderly Woman Sues Medical Transport Company Over Negligence Leading To Severe Injuries
An elderly woman has filed a lawsuit against Avante Medical Transport for negligence after suffering severe injuries during transit due to alleged failure by their driver to secure her properly in her wheelchair.
Tenant Sues Multiple Housing Companies Over Severe Negligence Leading to Injury
Mary Mendoza has filed a lawsuit against American Opportunity for Housing Inc., Foresight Management LLC., and Foresight Assets Management LLC., alleging severe negligence after a bathroom shelf fell on her causing significant injuries at her rented apartment in Harris County.
Harris County Sues Local Business Over Employee Injury Incident
Harris County has initiated legal action against Riley’s Performance, LLC following an incident where a county employee was injured due to alleged negligence on the company's premises. The county seeks reimbursement for medical expenses incurred as well as additional damages.
Plaintiff accuses unknown defendant of defamation and cyber attack
Matthew Cone has filed a lawsuit against an unknown individual alleging defamation and breach of computer security related to his recent campaign for a school board position in Harris County's Spring Branch Independent School District (SBISD). The suit seeks over $250,000 in damages along with other forms of relief.
Tenant Sues Property Management Companies Over Ceiling Collapse Injuries
Geraldine Freeman has filed a lawsuit against Comcapp West Oaks LLC and Commerce Capital Partners LLC following severe injuries sustained from a ceiling collapse in her apartment. The suit alleges negligence and seeks over $1 million in damages.
Local Resident Sues Convenience Store Over Slip-and-Fall Incident
Exequiel Orellana Lopez has filed a lawsuit against Friendly Corner Store Corp after slipping on a wet floor in their Houston location and sustaining serious injuries. He seeks up to $1 million in damages for negligence and unsafe conditions at the store.
Patient Sues Local Medical Group Over Alleged Surgical Negligence
Julia Baltimore has filed a lawsuit against Kelsey-Seybold Medical Group PLLC along with two physicians alleging negligence during a surgical procedure that caused her severe injuries. The case was filed on August 16th in Harris County District Court seeking compensatory damages for physical pain, mental anguish among other claims.
Fort Capital LP collaborates with federal law enforcement after online extortion attempt
August 23, 2024 (Fort Worth, TX)— Fort Capital LP, a Texas-based real estate investment firm, has reported an apparent scheme to extort money from the company, prompting a federal investigation. The firm, known for its substantial real estate transactions in Texas, Florida, and Tennessee, disclosed the situation in a statement released today.
Jennifer Ecklund Named Finalist in Texas Legal Awards
Thompson Coburn partner Jennifer Ecklund was named a finalist in the “Influential Woman of the Year” category of Law.com’s Texas Legal Awards.
Case activity for Green Trails Apartments, LLLP vs Pro Se on Aug. 16
The Harris County Civil Court reported the following activities in the suit brought by Green Trails Apartments, LLLP and Liu, Xinyi Cindy against Pro Se and Renee Tiffany Thornton on Aug. 16.
Court activity on Aug. 15: KV Belvedere Apartments, LLC vs Burshunda Thomas
The Harris County Civil Court reported the following activity in the suit brought by KV Belvedere Apartments, LLC and Liu, Xinyi Cindy against Burshunda Thomas and Pro Se on Aug. 15: 'For Non-Suit'.
Court activity on Aug. 16: Ashley Nicole Rangel vs Steven Michael Ramirez
The Harris County Civil Court reported the following activity in the suit brought by Ashley Nicole Rangel, Carter, Daraghjohn, Kenneth W. Smith and Steven Michael Ramirez against Ashleigh Nicole Rangel, Jason H. G. Truitt and Steven Michael Ramirez on Aug. 16: 'Plaintiff's Initial Disclosures-With Exhibits'.