News from June 2024
President and Dean Michael F. Barry’s Five Years of Dedicated Leadership of STCL Houston Advanced the School on Many Fronts
When Michael F. Barry took the helm of Houston’s oldest law school as its 11th president and dean in fall 2019, he could not have imagined the journey he and South Texas College of Law Houston would take together over the next five years.
UHLC graduate Vineyard (J.D. ‘24) selected as an American Constitution Society Next Generation Leader
Justin Vineyard, a 2024 graduate from the University of Houston Law Center (UHLC) and president of its American Constitution Society (ACS) chapter, has been named an ACS Next Generation Leader.
June 17: 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 June 17. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Harris County Civil Court: Actions Taken on June 17
The Harris County Civil Court reported the following activity on June 17 in the suits below:
June 17: 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 June 17. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Delivery Worker Sues Employer Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
Carlos Alvarez has filed a lawsuit against Unique Courier Service Corporation alleging severe injuries due to negligence while delivering an air conditioner. The suit seeks over $1 million in damages for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering among other claims.
Customer Sues Grocery Chain Over Slip-and-Fall Incident
Zoila Callejas has filed a lawsuit against The Kroger Co., Kroger Texas LP, and another entity named “Kroger” following a slip-and-fall incident at one of their stores in Houston. She seeks up to $250,000 in damages for alleged negligence leading to serious bodily injuries.
Texas Woman Sues Local Cosmetology School Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
A Texas woman is suing Victoria Cosmetology School for over $1 million after tripping over misplaced chairs on their premises. Represented by Chukwuma Njaka from Denicks Legal PLLC, Maria Urdaneta alleges negligence and premises liability resulting in severe injuries.
Harris County Resident Sues Homeowner Over Dog Attack Injuries
Madeline Mary Weller has filed a lawsuit against Michael P. Bollhoefer in Harris County District Court after being severely injured by his dog during a visit to his home. The suit seeks damages between $250,000 and $1 million for medical expenses and other related losses.
Homeowner Sues HOA Over Negligence Leading to Serious Injuries
George Fletcher Jr. has filed a lawsuit against Imperial Oaks Homeowners’ Association after sustaining serious injuries from a fall at one of their parks due to alleged negligence in maintaining safe premises conditions. The case seeks compensatory and exemplary damages between $250,000 and $1 million.
June 17: 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 June 17. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
AG Paxton says license not needed for paid intermediaries negotiating leases for wind power
AUSTIN – State Attorney General Ken Paxton has opined that under Texas law, someone being paid to negotiate a lease for the development of a wind power project is not required to possess a license from the Texas Real Estate Commission, since wind “is not a mineral or mining interest.”
June 17: 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 June 17. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
June 17: 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 June 17. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
June 17: 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 June 17. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Delivery Driver Sues Dog Owner Over Severe Injuries from Attack
Tionno Washington has filed a lawsuit against Abraham Rios in Harris County District Court following an alleged unprovoked dog attack during an Amazon delivery. The plaintiff seeks over $250,000 in damages for severe injuries sustained during the incident.
Plaintiff accuses HCA Houston ER of Medical Malpractice
A Harris County man has filed a lawsuit against several healthcare providers alleging medical malpractice after improper treatment led to severe kidney damage requiring extensive dialysis treatments. The plaintiff seeks over $1 million in damages along with exemplary damages for gross negligence or malice.
Plaintiff injured visitor sues Xtreme ATV Off Road Park for negligence
An accident at Xtreme ATV Off Road Park has led Sara Gamez to file a lawsuit citing severe negligence by park management for unsafe conditions leading to multiple injuries. Filed on June 13th in Harris County District Court by Aqrawi & Associates PLLC attorneys Walter Aqrawi et al., this case seeks up to $250K in damages.
Houston Resident Sues City Over Bicycle Accident Caused by Pothole Negligence
Patrick Lusby has filed a lawsuit against the City of Houston for negligence after hitting a pothole while cycling on Heights Blvd., resulting in severe facial injuries. The suit seeks damages for medical expenses, pain and suffering, among other claims.
Texas Woman Sues Local Physician for Medical Negligence Leading to Ruptured Appendix
Kimberly Macek has filed a lawsuit against Dr. David Chiao in Harris County District Court alleging medical negligence that led to severe health complications including a ruptured appendix. The plaintiff seeks monetary relief between $250,000 and $1 million for various damages including physical pain and medical expenses.