News from July 2024
July 22: 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 July 22. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
July 22: 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 July 22. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
July 22: 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 July 22. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Harris County Civil Court: Actions Taken on July 22
The Harris County Civil Court reported the following activity on July 22 in the suits below:
July 22: 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 July 22. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Construction Worker Sues Employer Over Severe Negligence Leading to Injury
A Houston construction worker has filed a lawsuit against his employer for severe negligence after falling through a damaged scaffold at work. The plaintiff alleges lack of safety measures and subsequent misrepresentation by his supervisors regarding the incident.
Church Faces Negligence Lawsuit Over Employee Injury
Orlando Lemus Rivera has filed a lawsuit against Iglesia Cristiana Pena de Horeb Apostoles Y Profetas Inc., claiming negligence after falling from a ladder while working at their facility. He seeks damages between $250K-$1M for his injuries.
Local Resident Sues Property Management Companies Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
A Harris County resident has taken legal action against several property management companies after suffering severe injuries due to an alleged hazardous condition in a shopping center parking lot. The plaintiff seeks damages exceeding $250,000 but not more than $1 million for medical expenses, physical pain, mental anguish among other claims.
Seaman Sues Marine Transportation Company Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
James Agee has filed a lawsuit against Kirby Inland Marine alleging negligence resulting in severe spinal injuries while working aboard one of their vessels. The case seeks substantial monetary relief for damages including physical pain and lost earnings.
Former Basketball Player Sues Electrical Company Over Unsafe Working Conditions
Christopher Massie has filed a lawsuit against MSF Electric Inc., claiming severe negligence and unsafe working conditions led to significant health issues including atrial fibrillation. The case highlights allegations of inadequate cooling systems in a warehouse environment leading to extreme heat exhaustion and dehydration for employees.
July 22: 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 July 22. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Circuit split: Fifth, 'gritting' its teeth, follows 1980 precedent in poaching case against personal injury lawyer
NEW ORLEANS - Houston state court is the place for a dispute between a personal injury lawyer and his former employer, a reluctant federal appeals court has found in creating a 2-2 split on a technical issue.
July 22: 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 July 22. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
July 22: 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 July 22. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
July 22: 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 July 22. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Attorney General Ken Paxton Sues Biden Administration Over Rule Forcing Health Entities to Provide Contraceptives To Minors Without Parental Consent, in Violation of State Law
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”), Secretary Xavier Becerra, and other members of the Biden Administration for adopting a rule that purports to nullify parents’ state-law rights to consent to their children’s medical care.
Houston Woman Sues Retail Chains Over Serious Injuries from Falling Boxes
A Houston shopper is suing Ross Stores Inc., Ross Dress for Less Inc., and DD’s Discounts after being injured by falling boxes at one of their locations. The plaintiff claims negligence on part of these retailers led to her severe injuries and is seeking damages between $1 million and $10 million.
Tenant sues Property Manager over Mold Exposure
A tenant has filed a lawsuit against her property management company alleging severe health issues due to mold exposure in her apartment. The case seeks over $250,000 in damages for medical expenses and other related costs.
Employee Sues Welding Equipment Manufacturers Over Explosion Injuries
Ismael Rubio has filed a lawsuit against The Lincoln Electric Company, Alltex Welding Supply Inc., and Summit Steel Fabricators Inc., claiming severe injuries from an exploding welding machine due to alleged negligence in design and maintenance.
Customer Sues Houston Salon for Negligence Leading to Severe Pedicure Injury
A Houston resident has filed a lawsuit against a local salon alleging severe injuries from an unsanitary pedicure procedure. The plaintiff seeks compensation for medical expenses and other damages while accusing the salon owner of gross negligence.