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FTC Abandons False Advertising Case Against DIRECTV - The Federal Trade Commission on Friday dismissed its remaining claims against DIRECTV in the middle of a bench trial that once had $4 billion at stake. The dismissal is the denouement to an opinion issued by a federal judge in California in August that arguably killed the case for the FTC. October 23, 2018
Baker Botts aids WorleyParsons on $3.3B purchase of energy, chemicals and resources segment from Jacobs - Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. of Dallas announced Monday that it agreed to sell its energy, chemicals and resources segment to Australia-traded WorleyParsons Ltd. for $3.3 billion. The move makes WorleyParsons the world's biggest provider of professional services in energy and resources. Claire Poole explains. October 23, 2018
Kirkland, V&E Top M&A Legal Advisor Rankings in TX - New Mergermarket data provided exclusively to The Texas Lawbook shows that Kirkland & Ellis widened its lead in advising Texas companies involved in M&A activity during the first three quarters of 2018. V&E and Jones Day rank second and third. The Lawbook has the top 30 law firms by deal count. October 23, 2018Barry Sorrels Represents Ex-Dallas Councilman in Tax Evasion Plea Deal - The Dallas County schools bribery scandal, which has led to convictions of two high-ranking Dallas city officials, a school superintendent and two businessmen, appears to be winding down. Four-term Dallas City Councilman Larry Duncan pleaded guilty Monday to one count of tax evasion. The Texas Lawbook has the lawyers involved. October 22, 2018
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Introducing The Texas Lawbook 2.0 - The Texas Lawbook welcomes you to our new, redesigned website. We offer a completely new look that is actually a more traditional look, but it is easier for readers to navigate, is mobile friendly and better highlights our extraordinary content. October 15, 2018
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Health Care “Prime”: The Shaping of Health Care in Texas and Nationwide Through M+A and Innovation - The health care ecosystem is evolving at an accelerating pace, thanks to an increased volume of M+A activity and new entrants like Amazon. Attorneys at Polsinelli have dubbed the new era Health Care "Prime" and predict the opportunities for better patient care are exponential, as are the financial opportunities for those who lead the new revolution. October 22, 2018
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