When a furloughed mother-of-two in the Houston area was not able to make rent April 1, her landlord called and texted more than 267 times over the next month — even suggesting she take up prostitution to come up with the money. But a group of attorneys from Crawford, Wishnew & Lang swept in on a pro bono basis and successfully obtained a TRO for the tenant this week. They say the case makes their “blood boil.” Natalie Posgate explains why.
It’s Official: Neiman Marcus Files for Bankruptcy – Updated
The much-anticipated move by the luxury retailer involved 24 separate entities filing in the Southern District of Texas. Natalie Posgate has the names of lawyers and bankers involved.
Texas Lawyers Advising on J.Crew Bankruptcy
J.Crew is the first of an expected wave of major brand names to file for bankruptcy as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to keep retailers’ doors shuttered. J.Crew’s Chapter 11 features prolific Dallas litigators and a private equity owner with Texas roots.
Gold’s Gym Files for Bankruptcy in Dallas
The Dallas-based company has tapped lawyers at Dykema to lead it through Chapter 11. Natalie Posgate reports on this story and another bankruptcy filing by a Dallas men’s clothier.
High Wired: Mark Werbner’s Guide to the new SCOTUS TeleArguments
Your dog or your 4-year-old are cute additions to the office Zoom conference, but if you happen to be arguing before the U.S. Supreme Court anytime soon, you might want to get out of the house. Come Monday, the court will be taking their arguments by teleconference and the experience will be…different. We asked Dallas trial lawyer Mark Werbner for his advice on adapting the chance of a lifetime to the Age of Social Distance.
‘sha-vrown-us’ The Weird Story Behind Chevron’s $15.6M Trademark Win
When Chevron discovered an unaffiliated company was securing business deals on counterfeit Chevron letterhead, they filed a lawsuit that resulted in a $1.1 million jury verdict. But by the time U.S. District Judge David Hittner issued his judgment, the price tag was $15.6 million. Natalie Posgate explains why.
Another Dallas Restaurant Sues Insurer for Denied COVID-Related Claims – Updated
A Dallas-based restaurant group that bears a Seinfeld-inspired company name is the latest to sue its insurer over refusal to cover business interruption and property damage claims tied to the COVID-19 pandemic. Natalie Posgate provides the details.
Dallas Restaurant Sues Insurer for Denying COVID Business Interruption Coverage
The lawsuit is representative of the insurance disputes that are arising across the U.S. as the national debate heats up about which claims insurers should and should not be responsible for covering for businesses amid the COVID-19 crisis.
Southern District Hands Chevron a $15.6M Win in Trademark Infringement Case
SDTX District Judge David Hittner Thursday slapped Houston-based Sariel Petroleum and several individuals with a $15.6 million judgment for counterfeiting and infringing on trademarks owned by energy giant Chevron USA. Chevron had filed suit against the company in 2018, alleging the Sariel defendants were duping prospective clients into believing the company was affiliated with Chevron. Natalie Posgate reports.
Three Weeks After Whopping Judgment, Diamondback Industries Files for Bankruptcy
Three weeks after losing the very first IP trial decided by U.S. District Judge Alan Albright, Crowley-based Diamondback Industries filed for bankruptcy protection, citing the $40 million judgment as first among their debts. Natalie Posgate has the details.