Texas has the potential to emerge as a leading epicenter for the U.S., and perhaps the world, especially in the areas of energy, specialty chemicals and medicine. The state’s leadership position is further strengthened with last week’s announcement of Dallas as a new satellite office for the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Longview Steel Cylinder Manufacturer Stands Up to China, Inc.
Haynes and Boone scores major win against China in antidumping case.
Dallas-based Reddy Ice Holdings Shows Texas Bankruptcy Courts Provide Fair and Speedy Venue
The largest packaged ice manufacturer in the U.S. filed for Chapter 11 in April. Reddy Ice’s 467-page reorganization plan was signed 48 day later.
Cowboy Mentality Takes Over Independent Contractors
Texas employers who use independent contractors should be on guard as governmental agencies intend to vigorously investigate the status of workers in contingent workforce categories.
Decline In Civil Jury Trials: The Cheese Has Moved And That's Okay
Decline in jury trials is a positive development. Our system addressing disputes is working better than ever before.
Decline In Civil Jury Trials: The Cheese Has Moved And That’s Okay
Decline in jury trials is a positive development. Our system addressing disputes is working better than ever before.
Corporate Legal Dept. and Law Firm Team to Provide Legal Services to Abused Women
ExxonMobil and Fulbright develop unique partnership through Houston Volunteer Lawyers Program.
The Thirsty Horse
Weil Gotshal Partner Sylvia Mayer points the way to a better pro bono program.
Chapter 11: Entering a New Generation
Here we are in 2011, thirty-three years after the enactment of the federal Bankruptcy Code.
The Fine Art of the Benchslap
by John Browning, Lawyer Contributor Lawyers frequently compare notes about judges, particularly those with a reputation for being tough or demanding.