Recent Events & Success Stories

December 10, 2010: The Firm obtained summary judgment on claim of retaliation under the Family Medical Leave Act. Civil CA No. 4:09-cv-01413 (US District Court for the Southern District of Texas, Houston Division).
September 23, 2010: Ms. Caldwell hosts a campaign event for Harris County District Court Judge Sylvia Matthews.
August 31, 2010: Mr. Everson appears as a radio guest on Asian Voice Radio to provide discussion regarding employees’ rights in today’s workforce.
May 19, 2010: Ms. Caldwell presents “Common Employer Mistakes and How to Avoid Them” at the Women Business Enterprise Alliance’s “Ask the Pro’s” event.

Other notable results

Firm attorneys obtained a directed verdict for restaurant arising from claims of negligent hiring and supervision.
Firm attorneys obtained a defense jury verdict for clinical laboratory in pap smear malpractice lawsuit.
Firm attorneys obtained an Agreed Permanent Injunction in theft of trade secret litigation.
Firm attorneys obtained a favorable settlement in qui tam litigation.
Firm attorneys negotiated de minimus settlement in ERISA litigation.
Firm attorneys obtained a favorable settlement in non-subscriber worker compensation negligence litigation.
Firm attorneys obtained summary judgment in on behalf of landlord-franchisor in premises liability lawsuit.
Firm attorneys negotiated coverage for insured in pre-verdict settlement of multi-million dollar insurance coverage dispute between insured, broker, and insurance company.
Firm attorneys obtained a summary judgment in wrongful discharge and retaliation litigation in South Texas state court brought against government contractor.
Firm attorneys provided advice and legal representation regarding compensation package and release for departing CEO.
Firm attorneys obtained a summary judgment in wrongful discharge and breach of contract action brought against employer in Texas state court.
Firm attorneys negotiated de minimus settlement workers’ compensation retaliation claim brought against employer in North Texas state court.
Firm attorneys obtained a favorable settlement in race discrimination and hostile work environment litigation in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas.