Horizon Denies Its Employees Damaged Extenet’s Underground Cable

Contractor Horizon Underground denies “each and every allegation” in Extenet’s negligence complaint that its employees damaged Extenet’s underground cable and facilities while excavating, boring and trenching without Extenet’s consent (see 2212200067), said Horizon’s answer Monday (docket DC-22-17265) in the 101st Judicial District Court in Dallas County, Texas. Horizon “pleads entitlement to all defenses” under chapters 32 and 33 of the Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code, including “the provisions regarding reduction of damages, credits for settlements, joint and several liability, contribution, and indemnity,” it said. Extenet’s complaint seeks damages of $34,454, plus pre- and post-judgment interest, court costs and further relief.