A Jefferson county man is suing another man for damages after a vehicle collision that occurred in Port Arthur.
Lawrence Batiste filed a lawsuit against Shujat Aliswati on July 10 in the District Court of Jefferson County for damages including bodily injuries, medical expenses, physical impairment, physical pain and mental anguish.
Batiste was injured as a result of the collision that occurred on March 3, 2014 near the 7600 block of 9th Avenue. According to the lawsuit, a vehicle driven by Aliswati allegedly collided with Batiste’s vehicle due to negligent conduct.
The lawsuit claims damages less that $100,000.
Houston attorney John A. Carwile represents Batiste.
Case number D-197323.