News from October 2024
Attorney General Ken Paxton Recognizes October as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month
For the tenth consecutive year, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and the Office of the Attorney General (“OAG”) employees participate in “Go Purple Day” during Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Oct. 14: 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 Oct. 14. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Oct. 14: 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 Oct. 14. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Oct. 14: Harris County Civil Court docket for "real property - state of texas condemnation" cases
The following cases categorized as "real property - state of texas condemnation" were on the docket in the Harris County Civil Court on Oct. 14. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Oct. 14: 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 Oct. 14. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Harris County Civil Court: Actions Taken on Oct. 14
The Harris County Civil Court reported the following activity on Oct. 14 in the suits below:
Oct. 14: 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 Oct. 14. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Oct. 14: 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 Oct. 14. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Oct. 14: 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 Oct. 14. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Oct. 14: 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 Oct. 14. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Plaintiff Alleges Retailer Negligence After Slip-and-Fall Incident
A Texas woman has filed a lawsuit against Painted Tree Cinco Ranch LLC after suffering injuries from a slip-and-fall accident at their Katy location. Karen Scott claims negligence on part of the retailer for failing to maintain safe premises and seeks compensation between $250,000 and $1 million for her sustained injuries and associated damages.
Refusing COVID vax because of medical condition not a disability, judge rules
HOUSTON - A former FMC Technologies who refused the COVID-19 vaccine during the pandemic and says he was forced to quit as a result has now lost his disability discrimination lawsuit.
Troutman Pepper Shortlisted for Two Financial Times Innovative Lawyers North America 2024 Awards
The Financial Times (FT) has shortlisted Troutman Pepper for its 2024 Innovative Lawyers Awards North America Awards.
Texas Lawyer Names Locke Lord Houston Partner Mia Lorick as 2024 Influential Woman in Law Finalist
Locke Lord Houston Partner Mia Lorick was named by Texas Lawyer as a 2024 Influential Woman in Law finalist, an award that spotlights women lawyers in Texas, “who have made a remarkable difference in the legal profession.”
Daughter Sues Nursing Home Operator Over Mother's Death Alleging Negligence
Lisa Jackson has filed a lawsuit against Ignite Medical Resort Webster LLC after her mother died allegedly due to negligence while under their care. The suit accuses the facility of failing to provide adequate medical attention leading to Marie Schmidt's death from blood clots post-surgery. Jackson seeks both economic and punitive damages through this legal action filed in Harris County District Court.
Dog Owners Accused of Negligence After Pet Injures Visitor
Carlos Cortes Begines has filed a lawsuit against Alex E. Sanango and Lucy Cervantes in Harris County after an unrestrained dog owned by them allegedly caused him serious injury. The suit claims negligence on part of the defendants for failing to control their pet and seeks significant financial compensation for damages including medical expenses and emotional distress.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Energy Giant Following Offshore Platform Injury
Matthew Hebert has taken legal action against Chevron U.S.A., Inc., claiming negligence after sustaining serious injuries on one of their offshore platforms. Filed in Harris County District Court, this case highlights alleged failures in safety protocols by Chevron leading to substantial physical harm for which Hebert seeks significant compensation.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against individual drivers after serious car accident
Eddy Sam Khoury has filed a lawsuit against two individuals for negligence following a severe car accident in Harris County. The suit claims significant injuries due to reckless driving by one defendant and negligent entrustment by another. Damages sought range between $250K-$1M with representation by Lorin R. George from The Law Offices of Omar Khawaja PLLC.
Oct. 13: 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 Oct. 13. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Oct. 13: 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 Oct. 13. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact: