News from 2024
South Texas Law Receives Insight Into Diversity 2024 Higher Education Excellence In Diversity Award
South Texas College of Law Houston is one of only three law schools in the nation to receive the 2024 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from Insight Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity- focused publication in higher education.
Oct. 8: 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. 8. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Oct. 8: 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. 8. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Oct. 8: 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. 8. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Oct. 8: 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. 8. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Oct. 8: 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 Oct. 8. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Harris County Civil Court: Actions Taken on Oct. 8
The Harris County Civil Court reported the following activity on Oct. 8 in the suits below:
Oct. 8: 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. 8. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Manufacturer for Boeing 737s close to blocking AG Paxton's investigation
AUSTIN - A federal magistrate judge has recommended Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's attempt to investigate a company that builds fuselages used in Boeing 737s be blocked.
Oct. 8: 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. 8. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Customer Alleges Negligence Against Retail Giant Wal-Mart Following Slip-and-Fall Incident
Debra McMillan has filed a lawsuit against Wal-Mart Stores Texas LLC following a slip-and-fall incident that resulted in serious injuries. The case highlights allegations of negligence by Wal-Mart employees who allegedly failed to maintain safe conditions within their store premises. The plaintiff seeks substantial damages for pain and suffering as well as medical expenses related to her injuries.
Grace Miller alleges negligence against Goodwill Industries over unsafe premises
Grace Miller has filed a lawsuit against Goodwill Industries International after sustaining injuries at one of their stores due to alleged negligence regarding unsafe conditions. The case highlights issues around premises liability and seeks compensation under $250,000 for damages incurred from the incident.
Visitor Alleges Negligence Against Memorial City Mall After Injury
Dunia Romero has taken legal action against Memorial City Mall following an incident where she was injured by falling debris within its premises. Filed in Harris County District Court on September 27th, this lawsuit highlights alleged negligence on part of the mall for failing to maintain safe conditions for visitors like Romero who suffered severe injuries as a result.
Raintree Village Homeowners Association sues Property Owners for Unpaid Assessments
The Raintree Village Homeowners Association has initiated legal proceedings against two property owners in Harris County over unpaid community assessments totaling $1,295.85. Filed on September 27th in Texas's Judicial District Court by attorneys from Holt Tollett P.C., the suit seeks payment plus attorney fees and possible foreclosure if debts remain unsettled.
Harris County Resident Sues Grocery Chain Fiesta Mart Over Slip-and-Fall Negligence
Mary K. Knighten has filed a lawsuit against Fiesta Mart following a slip-and-fall accident at one of its Houston locations in December 2023. Alleging negligence on part of the grocery chain for failing to maintain safe premises resulting in severe injuries requiring medical attention; she seeks damages under $75k along with interest and court costs through representation by attorney Donald G DeSimone at Harris County District Court.
Car Wash Company Accused of Negligence by Injured Customer
A Texas resident has filed a lawsuit against Bluewave Express Car Wash after suffering injuries due to alleged equipment malfunction at their Pasadena location. Nicholas Castro seeks damages under premises liability law for what he claims was negligence on behalf of the car wash operators BW Southmore LLC and BWE II LLC.
Oct. 8: 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. 8. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Oct. 8: 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. 8. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
A Dream Come True: Elsa Tovar Morin’s Legal Journey
Exposure to the legal system conjures a variety of experiences, and for Baylor Law School 2L Elsa Tovar Morin, it became a pivotal moment in her life.
Attorney General Ken Paxton Releases Statement On Texas DACA Challenge Argued Today In Fifth Circuit
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton released the following statement.