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Customer Sues Retail Giant Walmart Over Alleged Negligence Leading to Injury
Lydia Olmos Gallegos has filed a lawsuit against Walmart after suffering serious injuries at one of their stores due to alleged negligence concerning unsafe conditions at an exit area. Filed in Harris County District Court on October 9th with demands exceeding $1 million for damages and exemplary reliefs sought through her legal representation from The Vendt Law Firm PLLC.
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.
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.
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.”
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.
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 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.
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.
Former Employee Alleges Negligence Against Mattress Manufacturer Over Workplace Injury
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Sanitary Mattress Company alleging negligence after suffering severe injuries on their premises while performing job duties without adequate safety measures in place. The case seeks damages up to $1 million for alleged failures in maintaining workplace safety standards and providing necessary employee training and supervision.
Plaintiff Nail Technician Alleges Local Salon Negligence After Slip-and-Fall Incident
A nail technician has taken legal action against AMC Nails following a slip-and-fall accident that resulted in severe injuries. Filed in Harris County District Court by Mai Phan on October 3rd, the lawsuit accuses the salon of negligence for failing to maintain safe premises. The plaintiff seeks over $1 million in damages for medical expenses and other losses incurred from her injury.
Ahmed Olayiwola Alleges Negligence Against LA Fitness Over Gym Equipment Malfunction
Ahmed Olayiwola has filed a lawsuit against LA Fitness alleging negligence after suffering severe injuries due to faulty gym equipment at one of their locations in Houston. The case seeks compensation between $250k-$1m for damages including medical expenses and loss of earnings capacity.
Customer Alleges Negligence Against Retail Giant Over Store Injury
Kimberly Madaras has taken legal action against Wal-Mart Stores Texas after suffering injuries due to malfunctioning automatic doors at one of their stores in Houston. Filed in Harris County District Court on October 4th, she seeks compensation ranging from $250k-$1M for medical expenses and other damages resulting from alleged negligence by the retail giant.
Plaintiffs Accuse Healthcare Facility Sun Behavioral Houston of Medical Negligence Leading to Patient Death
In a distressing legal battle unfolding in Harris County District Court, Eloisa Lerma and Ernesto Dominguez have filed a lawsuit against Sun Behavioral Houston following the death of Roccio Dominguez due to alleged medical negligence. The plaintiffs claim that inadequate care led to severe injuries resulting in Roccio's untimely demise while under the facility's supervision. They seek damages exceeding $1 million for survival claims related to physical pain endured by Roccio before his death and wrongful death claims due to loss of companionship and mental anguish suffered by his family members.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Laundromat Owners After Slip-and-Fall Incident
Osman Reyes has filed a lawsuit against SRS Investment LLC, Sheza LLC, and RSS Business LLC after suffering injuries from a slip-and-fall at their laundromat in Houston. The case highlights allegations of negligence and unsafe premises leading to significant personal harm for which Reyes seeks substantial financial compensation.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Employer Gulf Coast Alloy Welding Over Workplace Injury
Mario Mendez has filed a lawsuit against his former employer Gulf Coast Alloy Welding for negligence leading to severe injuries while on duty as a fitter at their Humble location in Texas. Filed on October 4th in Harris County District Court by Arnold & Itkin LLP attorneys Jason A. Itkin and Trenton A. Shelton; this case seeks over $1 million compensation citing unsafe work conditions without adequate support despite repeated requests from Mr.Mendez himself prior incidents occurring back November last year when he suffered debilitating back pain due lack proper equipment/assistance handling heavy metals alone outside factory premises where machinery unavailable unlike indoors setup aiding colleagues similarly tasked within same job role description given them routinely daily basis operationally speaking...
Healthcare Companies Accused of Negligence Leading to Injury
Leopoldo Peralta has filed a lawsuit against several healthcare companies alleging negligence after an injury sustained at their premises in Webster, Texas. The case highlights claims of unsafe conditions leading to substantial damages sought by Peralta.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Led To Mother's Death at Healthcare Facility
A lawsuit has been filed against HMG Park Manor of CyFair alleging negligence led to Juana Mederos' death due to untreated pressure sores while under their care. Her son seeks damages exceeding $250K for this alleged gross negligence.
Houston Woman Sues Medical Professionals Over Negligence During Biopsy Procedure
Irene Castaneda has filed a lawsuit against two doctors and HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast after suffering injuries during a biopsy procedure where a surgical drape caught fire due to alleged negligence by medical staff. The suit seeks damages exceeding $75,000 for various physical and emotional hardships caused by this incident.