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Timber Lane Community Improvement Association sues property owner for violating neighborhood deed restrictions
The Timber Lane Community Improvement Association has taken legal action against Antonio Gutierrez for allegedly breaching neighborhood regulations by maintaining his property in a state deemed offensive and unsanitary.
Plaintiffs Allege Property Management Negligence Led to Fatal Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
A lawsuit has been filed against Texas Bridgegate Associates and its affiliates over allegations of negligence leading to carbon monoxide poisoning at their property in Houston.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Retail Giant Marmaxx Operating Corp Over Store Injury
A shopper has filed a lawsuit against Marmaxx Operating Corp., doing business as Marshalls, after slipping on an unmarked wet floor at one of their stores in Humble, Texas.
Hospital Accused of Violating Patient Rights During Emergency Room Visit
Elizabeth Razminas has filed a lawsuit against Houston Methodist Hospital and its staff for alleged mistreatment during an ER visit in August 2022.
Overtime - What Employers Need to Know Today on November 7, 2024
Classifying an employee's overtime exemption sounds like it would be simple: Are they salaried?
SCOTUS Allows Virginia to Remove Noncitizens From Voter Rolls Before Election; Attorney General Paxton and Multistate Coalition Filed Amicus Brief in Support
Virginia may remove non-citizens from its voter rolls after the U.S. Supreme Court granted a stay of a lower court’s injunction. Attorney General Ken Paxton joined attorneys general from 25 States to file an amicus brief supporting Virginia’s authority to remove the noncitizens and secure its elections.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against Hotel Chain following alleged sexual assault by acquaintance
A woman using the pseudonym Jane Doe has filed a lawsuit against a well-known hotel chain and an individual named Olusegun Adekunle in Harris County District Court for alleged sexual assault and negligence during a stay at Hotel Derek in April 2024.
Man loses silicosis suit after finding out he wasn't exposed to sand
BEAUMONT - A silicosis plaintiff who had to adjust his lawsuit on the fly has lost his appeal of an order granting victory to one of his case's deep pockets - Exxon.
UH Law Center Remembers Dean Robert L. Knauss
Robert L. Knauss, a former dean at the University of Houston Law Center, passed away on October 16. He was 93 years old.
Greenberg Traurig Expands Financial Regulatory & Compliance Practice with Jera L. Bradshaw
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP continues to grow its Financial Regulatory & Compliance Practice to meet client demand with the addition of Shareholder Jera L. Bradshaw in the firm’s Dallas office.
Baylor Law School Homecoming Breakfast 2024
Baylor Lawyers, students, faculty, and friends gathered for a morning of tradition and camaraderie at the annual Baylor Homecoming Parade and Breakfast on Saturday, October 26, 2024.
Attorney General Ken Paxton Sues El Paso Doctor for Prescribing Dangerous “Gender Transition” Drugs to Children in Violation of Texas Law
Attorney General Ken Paxton sued an El Paso doctor for illegally providing “gender transition” treatments to Texas children. In some cases, the patients were as young as twelve.
Divetech sues pool plaster companies over negligent resurfacing causing major facility damage
In a dramatic legal battle unfolding in Harris County's District Court, Divetech LLC has filed a lawsuit against two pool plaster companies over allegations of negligence leading to severe property damage at its Houston facility.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Grocery Chain After Slip-and-Fall Incident
Jessica Romero has filed a lawsuit against Kroger Texas following an injury she sustained from slipping on an unmarked spill at one of their stores in Houston last year.
Hotel Guest Alleges Negligence Against Holiday Inn Houston Over Slip-and-Fall Incident
Jocelyn M. Kerl has taken legal action against SPF Real Estate LLC., UA Management LLC., and Holiday Inn Houston S-NRG after suffering severe injuries from a slip-and-fall accident at their premises last year.
Thomas Brown accuses neighbors Mary Ajang and James Thieu of Trespass Due to Mental Health Issues
In a legal battle unfolding in Houston's Harris County court system, Thomas Brown accuses his neighbors Mary Ajang and James Thieu of repeated trespassing incidents tied to mental health challenges faced by Ajang.
Electric Scooter Manufacturer Accused of Negligence After Severe Injury Incident
A Houston resident sues electric scooter makers Golabs Inc., Gotrax, and Tao Motor Inc., claiming severe injuries from a faulty product design led to his accident last year.
Harris County Civil Court: Actions Taken on Oct. 28
The Harris County Civil Court reported the following activity on Oct. 28 in the suits below:
Abortion groups can't sue private Texans who thought about suing
AUSTIN - Private individuals who have the authority to enforce Texas' anti-abortion laws can't be sued by pro-choice groups, a federal judge has ruled.
Property Manager Accused of Negligence After Visitor's Fall at Shopping Center
Nora Glendy Gomez has filed a lawsuit against BK PlazAmericas Ltd., and Baker Katz Management LLC., claiming negligence after she sustained injuries from a fall at their shopping center property in Houston.