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Michael and Cynthia Harris sued G.F.S. Ventures, Inc. d/b/a Moore Cable Construction, Mr. Harris’ employer, alleging negligence after Mr. Harris suffered a severe leg fracture due to unsafe working conditions. Moore Cable did not have workers’ compensation insurance, and a default judgment was entered against them. Moore Cable appealed the default judgment via writ of error, asserting defective service of process due to lack of reasonable diligence, absence of alias citation return, or unproven service on the Secretary of State. The court examined the record for strict compliance with service rules. It affirmed the default judgment, finding that reasonable diligence was shown in attempting to serve the registered agent and that the Secretary of State's certificate conclusively proved proper service, thus establishing personal jurisdiction over Moore Cable.
G.F.S. Ventures, Inc. v. Harris is a workers' compensation case decided in Texas Court of Appeals, 1st District (Houston). This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
It is commonly referenced in legal research involving workers' compensation laws in Texas Court of Appeals, 1st District (Houston).
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Michael and Cynthia Harris sued G.F.S. Ventures, Inc. d/b/a Moore Cable Construction, Mr. Harris’ employer, alleging negligence after Mr. Harris suffered a severe leg fracture due to unsafe working conditions. Moore Cable did not have workers’ compensation insurance, and a default judgment was entered against them. Moore Cable appealed the default judgment via writ of error, asserting defective service of process due to lack of reasonable diligence, absence of alias citation return, or unproven service on the Secretary of State. The court examined the record for strict compliance with service rules. It affirmed the default judgment, finding that reasonable diligence was shown in attempting to serve the registered agent and that the Secretary of State's certificate conclusively proved proper service, thus establishing personal jurisdiction over Moore Cable.
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