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N.M. Supreme Court Denies Review of Order Rejecting FAAAA-Preemption; Death and Injury Claims Proceed Against Freight Broker, via Durham, Pittard & Spalding. Congratulations to Santa Fe partners Roz Bienvenu and Justin Kaufman, along with Louie Cook of the Carlson Law Firm, who successfully convinced the New Mexico Supreme Court to deny review of a lower-court order allowing wrongful death and personal injury claims to proceed against a freight broker, Total Quality Logistics, LLC (TQL).
Texas Supreme Court Allows Sexual Abuse Suit Against Religious Ministry to Proceed, via Durham, Pittard & Spalding. Durham, Pittard & Spalding attorney Lauren S. Harbour secured an important ruling from the Supreme Court of Texas, clearing the way for two former church members to continue sexual abuse and related claims against the Institute in Basic Life Principles (IBLP) and its controversial former leader, Bill Gothard.
Texas Supreme Court Clarifies: Reciprocal Discipline Must Be Brought Within Four Years, by Popps Law's Laura Popps. For years, the Texas Bar treated reciprocal discipline as exempt from the 4-year statute of limitations, but a recent Texas Supreme Court decision says otherwise. If you're licensed in multiple jurisdictions, this case matters. Laura Popps breaks down the Court's ruling in her most recent blog post.
BCC Team Secures Victory, Dismissal for Canadian Client at Austin Appellate Court, via Botkin Chiarello Calaf. Botkin Chiarello Calaf secured an appellate victory for a Canada-based e-commerce funding company, obtaining a dismissal due to lack of jurisdiction. Congratulations to the firm and their client on this victory.
Heim, Payne & Chorush Helps Patent Owner Win Key Ruling Against Samsung in Wireless Communications Infringement Lawsuit, via Heim, Payne & Chorush. Heim, Payne & Chorush’s Michael Heim, Chris Limbacher, Eric Enger, and Wills Collier recently helped firm client Four Batons Wireless LLC overcome a series of legal challenges filed by communications giant Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. in four inter partes review (IPR) proceedings before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Congratulations to the team on this success!
Personal Injury Payouts in Texas Divorce: What You Need to Know, by The Law Office of Carol A. Wilson's Carol Wilson. If a traumatic injury resulted in a payment, such as from an insurance company or other responsible party, those funds are considered the separate property of the injured person, according to Texas Family Code §3.001(3). That’s the easy part. Family lawyer Carol Wilson warns against commingling payments.
Hallett & Perrin Adds Experienced Estate Planning and Tax Attorney Nikki Laing, via Hallett & Perrin. Hallett & Perrin is pleased to welcome Nikki Laing to the firm’s tax and trust and estates practice groups. Nikki, who is also a Certified Public Accountant, provides sophisticated estate planning solutions to high-net-worth families, professionals, and entrepreneurs. Welcome, Nikki!
From Trial to Appeal: Our Attorneys Share Essential Error Preservation Strategies, via Durham, Pittard & Spalding. Durham, Pittard & Spalding actively engages with bar associations, offering practical insights and Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits from our extensive experience in litigation and appeals. Recently, Shelby White presented her CLE, “Preserving Error at Trial: Don’t Fall for These TRAPS,” to both the Harris County Bar Association and the Montgomery County Bar Association.
Protecting Your Share of the Community Estate When Your Spouse May Be Hiding Assets, by Brousseau Naftis Erick & Massingill's Arianna Smith. Divorce can be a complicated and emotionally charged process, especially when one spouse primarily handles all of the finances during the marriage and the other spouse has limited knowledge or trust in the financially savvy spouse. One common issue that arises in these situations is the suspicion that one spouse is hiding or diverting assets. Attorney Arianna Smith explains the steps to take to uncover the truth.
What Is the Best Way to Settle Your Divorce? by Epstein Family Law's Jordan Watson. If you are getting divorced, you are likely trying to make the process go as quickly and painlessly as possible. In that vein, you and your soon-to-be-ex-partner may wish to settle rather than litigate your divorce case. Family lawyer Jordan Watson explains the basics of a divorce settlement.
Intellectual Property Attorney Eric Horsley Joins Caldwell Cassady & Curry in Dallas, via Caldwell Cassady & Curry. Caldwell Cassady & Curry is pleased to announce that Eric Horsley has joined the firm as an associate. Eric provides experience in complex patent litigation and further strengthens the firm’s capabilities in significant patent disputes and advanced technologies. Welcome, Eric!
What To Do When You Think Your Spouse Is Hiding Money, by The Law Office of Carol A. Wilson's Carol Wilson. Throughout her career, family lawyer Carol Wilson has frequently heard from clients that they suspect their spouse is hiding money, which would be a violation of that spouse’s fiduciary duty. She outlines some of the questions she asks her clients when that happens.
Heim, Payne & Chorush Welcomes Experienced Intellectual Property Attorney Kyle Friesen, via Heim, Payne & Chorush. Heim, Payne & Chorush has added experienced attorney Kyle Friesen as Senior Counsel. Kyle focuses on patent disputes before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s Patent Trial and Appeal Board, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, and federal district courts in Texas and across the U.S.
Tammy Holt Prevails in Employment Contract Dispute at Supreme Court of Texas, via Durham, Pittard & Spalding. Congratulations to Tammy Holt for an important win at the Supreme Court of Texas. In a May 30 ruling, the Texas Supreme Court denied HollyFrontier Corporation’s petition for review in a case DP&S previously won in Dallas’ Fifth Court of Appeals on behalf of a former HollyFrontier executive.
Congratulations to our clients who made the 2025 list of IP Stars!
Alavi Anaipakos: Amir Alavi and Demetrios Anaipakos
Caldwell Cassady & Curry: Brad Caldwell and Jason Cassady
Heim, Payne & Chorush: Michael Heim and Allan Bullwinkel
$7M San Antonio Civil Rights Verdict Named Among Texas’ Top 50 Verdicts of 2024, via Durham, Pittard & Spalding. A $7 million jury verdict on behalf of a San Antonio man who was beaten by police in a case of mistaken identity has been recognized among the Top 50 Texas Verdicts of 2024. Thad Spalding was honored to serve as appellate counsel on the trial team, assisting with litigation strategy and error preservation.
Callie Pendergrass Joins Alavi Anaipakos as Senior Patent Agent, via Alavi Anaipakos. Alavi Anaipakos welcomes the addition of Callie Pendergrass as a Senior Patent Agent. Callie expands the firm’s roster of experienced technical professionals dedicated to intellectual property law. Her knowledge of electronics, software engineering, physics, and control systems allows her to navigate intricate patent disputes and inter partes reviews (IPRs). Welcome, Callie!
Over $1.11 Billion in Settlements Since 2017, via Durham, Pittard & Spalding. Durham, Pittard & Spalding has had the privilege of partnering with trial lawyers as appellate counsel on high-stakes litigation for years—and they’re proud to share that those collaborations have helped secure more than $1.11 billion in settlements since 2017.
Congratulations to our clients who were selected to the 2025 IAM Patent 1000!
Alavi Anaipakos (firm); Amir Alavi, Demetrios Anaipakos, Scott Clark, Masood Anjom, Michael McBride, and Justin Chen
Caldwell Cassady & Curry (firm); Brad Caldwell, Jason Cassady, and Austin Curry
Heim, Payne & Chorush (firm): Michael Heim, Les Payne, Russell Chorush, Allan Bullwinkel, Blaine Larson, and Eric Enger
How Will Property Be Divided During a Divorce? by Epstein Family Law's Robert Epstein. Property division in a divorce proceeding can be a complex process. It's crucial to have a clear understanding of the types of property involved, how these are treated in a Texas divorce, and potential complications that may arise from the commingling of assets. Family lawyer Robert Epstein has the details.
Durham, Pittard & Spalding Team Welcomes Molly Samsell to Our New Mexico Office, via Durham, Pittard & Spalding. Durham, Pittard & Spalding is excited to announce that Molly Samsell has joined the firm in their Santa Fe, New Mexico, office. Molly brings a strong foundation in complex litigation and a record of public service and scholarship that make her a valuable addition to our growing practice. Welcome, Molly!
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