News from August 2024
Mental health facility accused of causing disabled man’s death, motion to have case against it dismissed
LUFKIN – A Texas mental health facility accused of ignoring a mentally disabled man’s pleas for help and subsequently causing his death, has motioned to dismiss litigation brought against it by the man’s father.
Aug. 20: Harris County Civil Court docket for "injury or damage - motor vehicle" cases
The following cases categorized as "injury or damage - motor vehicle" were on the docket in the Harris County Civil Court on Aug. 20. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Aug. 20: Harris County Civil Court docket for "other civil case" cases
The following cases categorized as "other civil case" were on the docket in the Harris County Civil Court on Aug. 20. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Mother Sues Medical Providers Over Daughter's Death Following Weight Loss Surgery
Yolanda Henderson has filed a lawsuit against Dr. Sheilendra Mehta and Texas Laparoscopic Consultants alleging medical negligence that led to her daughter’s death following weight loss surgery in August 2022. The plaintiff seeks over $1 million in damages for wrongful death and associated losses.
Event Attendee Sues Houston Livestock Show And Rodeo Over Negligence Leading To Injury
Tyree Kennedy has filed a lawsuit against Houston Livestock Show And Rodeo following an incident where he was trampled by an out-of-control steer during the event on March 9th this year. The suit claims negligence on part of the organizers for failing to ensure safety measures were in place around dangerous animals.
Jones Act Seaman Sues Kirby Corporation Over Negligence Leading To Severe Wrist Injury
Jason Ross has filed a lawsuit against Kirby Corporation claiming severe wrist injuries due to negligence while employed as a Jones Act seaman aboard one of their vessels. The suit seeks over $1 million in damages for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering among other reliefs.
Plaintiff accuses healthcare providers of gross negligence leading to patient's death
Michael C. Curley has filed a lawsuit against Memorial Hermann Health System and Health Quest EMS for their alleged gross negligence resulting in his father's death after being left without necessary oxygen treatment at a hospital facility.
Local Resident Sues Business Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
Willie Jackson has filed a lawsuit against Independence Heights Ventures for negligence resulting in severe personal injuries at one of their locations in Houston. The plaintiff seeks damages under $250,000 along with interest and court costs.
Aug. 20: Harris County Civil Court docket for "other injury or damage" cases
The following cases categorized as "other injury or damage" were on the docket in the Harris County Civil Court on Aug. 20. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Aug. 20: 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. 20. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Aug. 19: Harris County Civil Court docket for "other civil case" cases
The following cases categorized as "other civil case" 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 "injury or damage - other product liability" cases
The following cases categorized as "injury or damage - other product liability" 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 "real property - condemnation" cases
The following cases categorized as "real property - condemnation" 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 "injury or damage - motor vehicle" cases
The following cases categorized as "injury or damage - motor vehicle" 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 "other injury or damage" cases
The following cases categorized as "other injury or damage" 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:
Energy and Water Efficiency in Sustainable Food Value Chains on August 29, 2024
Financial Services attorney Alejandro Landa Thierry is set to speak at the NADBank Summit 2024: Innovation for Sustainability in the U.S-Mexico Border Region.
Aug. 19: 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. 19. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Plaintiffs sue AG Paxton to prevent enacting of the SCOPE ACT, which they argue violates free speech
AUSTIN – A group of plaintiffs have sued Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, seeking an injunction to prevent enacting the Securing Children Online through Parental Empowerment (SCOPE) Act – which the plaintiffs say violates the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution by childproofing the Internet, through blocking constitutionally-protected content made by and for adults.
Aug. 19: Harris County Civil Court docket for "real property - other" cases
The following cases categorized as "real property - 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:
Grieving Family Sues Nursing Facility Over Alleged Negligence Leading To Death
A lawsuit has been filed by Roy Mays against Focused Care at Cedar Bayou and related entities alleging gross negligence that led to the death of Kytha Beo after severe complications from a mismanaged feeding tube infection. The plaintiffs seek various damages including punitive ones for alleged willful misconduct.