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🚨 Attention Lawyers 🚨 The Supreme Court will soon rule on a case that could upend decades of administrative law by potentially overturning Chevron deference. This ruling could reshape federal regulatory authority, impacting environmental protection, healthcare, consumer rights, and more. We need your input! L4GG wants to understand how this decision might affect your practice and how we can best support our legal community. Your feedback is crucial as we prepare to respond to this potentially landmark ruling. 👉 Read more about what’s at stake and take our quick survey: L4GG.org/Chevron

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🚨 Lawyers - we need your input! The Supreme Court’s upcoming decision on Chevron deference could upend decades of administrative law, allowing federal agency regulations to be overridden by judges. This would affect EVERY area of law! L4GG needs your insights to understand how this decision might impact your practice. Share your concerns to help us support our legal community! 👉 Read more about what's at stake and take our quick survey: L4GG.org/Chevron

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In defense law, there’s an important distinction between an investigation and a root cause analysis (RCA). Understanding the difference can help attorneys manage investigations and best represent their clients’ interests. Join Exponent’s Emily Brady and Ryan Hart at the Texas Association of Defense Counsel (TADC) Spring Meeting 2024 in Key West, Florida, to learn more about the crucial differences between RCAs and standard investigations — and which one could be right for you — in their presentation “No, Not All Investigations Are a Root Cause Analysis: An Exploration into RCAs and How They May (or May Not) Help You.” Register: https://hubs.li/Q02stSRm0 Learn more about Exponent’s multidisciplinary experts: Dr. Hart: https://lnkd.in/gbFdRRmt Dr. Brady: https://hubs.li/Q02stVmz0 #Exponent #Event #Legal #LegalCommunity #Disputes #Litigation #ExpertWitness

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Legal Update🚨SCOTUS recently made a decision regarding what qualifies as 'oil' under the #OilPollutionAct, rejecting companies' attempts to revive claims against a Houston Ship Channel operator. Learn more about this decision in our latest case update by Molly Pela: https://bit.ly/3xAnKV5. #OilandGasLaw #OilandGas #Texas #SCOTUS #Litigation #OlivaGibbs #OGLawyers #EnergyLaw

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On March 27, 2024, Kibler Fowler & Cave prevailed on a motion for summary adjudication for clients RWB Platinum Vape, Inc. and Red White & Bloom Brands, Inc. (together, "RWB"). RWB is a multi-national cannabis company that in 2020 purchased a group of companies from George Sadler and Cody Sadler for more than $35 million. The Sadlers signed various agreements that contained non-compete and non-solicitation clauses in connection with the sale of their companies. After flagrantly breaching their agreements with RWB, the Sadlers claimed in litigation that the non-compete and non-solicitation clauses were not enforceable under California law. The Superior Court of San Diego County disagreed, granting RWB’s motion for summary adjudication and finding that the clauses are enforceable under California Business & Professions Code section 16601. RWB also defeated a motion for summary judgment filed by the Sadlers for breach of a contractual non-disparagement clause based on cease-and-desist letters sent by RWB to customers and vendors after the Sadlers breached their agreements with RWB. The Court agreed with RWB that, at minimum, there are factual disputes over whether the communications were made in anticipation of possible litigation, in which case the litigation privilege would bar the Sadlers’ claim. These substantial victories follow KF&C’s win in this case before the Court of Appeal for the State of California, Fourth Appellate District, which on October 24, 2023, handed down a unanimous ruling affirming a decision by the Superior Court disqualifying the Sadlers’ prior counsel, Austin Legal Group APC. Trial is set for December 2024. This will be one of many trials for KF&C this year. The KF&C team includes Partner Matt Cave, Counsel Stephen Raiola, Senior Associate Kevin Kroll, Senior Associate Kevin Cammiso, Associate Shiqi (Sara) Borjigin, Senior Litigation Paralegal Samantha Ahlheim, and Paralegal Megan Schneider.

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#Environment attorneys Andrew Emerson, Meaghan A. Colligan (Hembree) and Alex Ward, alongside #Transportation & #Infrastructure attorney Jameson Rice authored an article for Thomson Reuters Westlaw discussing the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)'s final Safer Communities by Chemical Accident Prevention Rule (SCCAP Rule). They highlight the removal of the proposed 48-hour limit on chemical #transit and explain how the new #regulations could present challenges for the industry. Read more: https://bit.ly/4aMMjvz

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Founding partner and partner emeritus David Morse has been honored once again by Best Lawyers for his work in Commercial Litigation and Oil & Gas Law! There's nothing we love more than celebrating our great people! https://hubs.ly/Q02B8n0M0 #BusinessLaw #OilGasLaw #CommercialLitigation #BML #ThoughtfulLaw

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🌟 Attorney Spotlight: Jared Rovira! 🌟 We're excited to introduce Jared Rovira, a Louisiana-born attorney recently joining IPC from the USPTO. Jared leverages his extensive expertise in patent law and passion for technology to provide exceptional representation for our clients. 🔍 Why Jared Stands Out: Former Patent Examiner: Gained a practical understanding of patent laws and the complexities of the examination process. Strong Communicator: Developed top-notch communication skills through close collaboration with patent attorneys. Engineer Turned Attorney: His engineering background sparked a unique interest in combining technology and law, leading him to pursue a career in patent law. 👨‍💼 Expertise & Experience: Jared's time at the USPTO allows him to think like an examiner, offering a distinct advantage in navigating the intricacies of patent prosecution. This unique perspective, combined with his deep knowledge of patent and trademark laws, enables him to safeguard clients' intellectual property rights effectively. 🚀 At IPC: Jared brings valuable insights and a robust background in patent examination to strengthen our firm's capabilities. His commitment to comprehensive IP protection ensures our clients receive the best possible service. Contact IPC today to learn how Jared Rovira and our team can help protect your intellectual property! https://lnkd.in/evV-vcuR #IPConsulting #PatentLaw #AttorneySpotlight #IntellectualProperty #IPC #ExpertRepresentation #TechLaw

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Over the last decade, class action filings have continued to rise and 2024 promises to be no different. Firms looking to win this business should consider how their use and promotion of legal technology can become a competitive differentiator. Check out this article from Texas Lawyer by Rachel Wenzel Bailey and Gary Schaye: https://opus2.co/3URxHqb #classaction #litigation #legaltech

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Join host Michael Cowen on this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation as he chats with Lara about her competitive mindset, shifting from a 'family' to 'team' mentality in law firms, and finding your voice as a trial lawyer. Plus, discover why her firm takes on worker's comp cases in Texas and more. Tune in now! 🎧🎙️ #TrialLawyerNation #LegalPodcast

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What's new for companies operating on the Outer Continental Shelf? 🌊 Starting in June, new bonding requirements are coming into play due to recent rulemaking. Over the next three years, subject companies will need to phase in these additional financial assurances. For those affected, prepare for potential increases in required postings, totaling up to $6.9 billion. Stay informed: https://lnkd.in/g5WZGWhK

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The doctrine of divisibility is well known in contract law, yet there is little discussion by courts and scholars of reverse divisibility, which involves the recharacterization of two or more facially separate but closely related contracts as a single contract. In "'Reverse Divisibility' and 'Subsequent Modification': Expanding the Scope of Justified Non-Performance in Multiple Contract Situations," Professor Gregory Crespi discusses reverse divisibility and its practical applications. https://lnkd.in/eGG-r3dv

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On June 12, join Mike Branca, co-managing partner, and Steve Weber, partner of P&A’s Washington, D.C. office, at the Associated General Contractors of America 2024 Federal Contractors Conference as they delve into the evolving landscape of federal requirements associated with the recent influx of federal funds. These funds stemming from the American Recovery Act, Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, Inflation Reduction Act, CHIPS Act, etc., have created a multitude of regulations that organizations need to navigate. Other notable acts and their requirements will be discussed, including the Build America Act, the Buy America Act, and the Davis-Bacon Act. Click the link below to learn more and register. #construction #constructionlaw #PeckarAbramson

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This Inside Class Actions quarterly update features posts discussing the Supreme Court’s recent opinion regarding “pure omissions” claims, new rules from the American Arbitration Association meant to address mass arbitration, new developments from the United Kingdom, and more: https://okt.to/Erm4PY #ClassActions

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The common problem of distinguishing "exceptions" and "reservations" in instruments conveying interests in real property was addressed in a 2021 Texas appellate case styled, Ross v. Flower, No. 03-19-00516-CV (Tex. App. Mar. 10, 2021). Tiffany Dowell Lashmet for Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service prepared a helpful summary of the case, linked below. Case LINK: https://lnkd.in/gqWzjaK8 The land professionals at Marauder Land Resources, LLC contend with these problems daily in title examination. It is often the case that poorly drafted deeds are not clear about whether an interest owned by a grantor is being reserved from the conveyance, or an interest is merely being excepted from the deed's warranty of title. In such cases, we do our best to note these problems in mineral ownership reports that we prepare for our clients, who will typically provide our title work to their attorneys for analysis and instructions to clear title (usually either a stipulation of interest or correction instrument, if practical). After summarizing the facts of the case, Ms. Lashmet explained the court's conclusions as follows: ● The expression "subject to" is typically used as an exception to warranty of title. Here, the "subject to" clause referenced minerals and encumbrances. It was therefore interpreted as an exception to warranty. ● Interpreting "subject to" as a reservation for minerals but an exception for all other enumerated matters would be inconsistent with preceding instruments in the chain of title and be contrary to the clear intent of grantors to avoid a claim of breach of warranty due to prior O&G leases they had executed encumbering the property. ● The "subject to" clause also referenced interests part of the surface estate, yet grantors did not dispute that the deed conveyed ALL of their interest in the surface. A cautionary comment to Texas Title Standard 4.130, Warranties of Title, is also helpful for the title examiner, stating: "[A]n examiner should distinguish a reservation of an interest or an exception to the grant from exceptions to the warranty. A reservation generally refers to an interest that the grantor is retaining from the transfer. While an exception to the grant should refer to an interest that the grantor does not own and cannot convey, many deed forms confuse grant exceptions and reservations. On the other hand, an exception to the warranty merely excludes an interest from the warranty benefits without retaining an interest in the grantor and without excepting an interest from the grant." (citations omitted) Tex. Title Standards LINK: https://lnkd.in/gEAdttBn #energy #energyindustry #energylaw #title #titleexamination #realestate #realestatelaw #titleinsurance #oilandgaslaw #landman #oil #oilgas #oilandgas #natgas #naturalgas #hydrocarbons #minerals #mineralrights #texaslaw #abstracting https://lnkd.in/gdn3iphd

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Requesting discovery from expert witnesses retained in litigation requires a delicate balance between transparency and privacy. In this article, Casey Bordelon Wendling explores how Louisiana courts determine when a party is entitled to certain relevant documents and when the production of confidential information should be limited to protect the privacy of both the expert and unrelated third parties (such as the expert’s patients and/or clients). Read more about the nuances of expert witness discovery in Louisiana here: https://lnkd.in/gdDsHWwy #LegalInsights #LouisianaLaw #ExpertWitness

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Read the latest Law360 article by Steve Wood, Ph.D. and Ava Hernández where they discuss why jurors sometimes have unrealistic expectations for witness recall, what is occurring in jurors' minds, and ways to inoculate jurors against these faulty beliefs. #litigation #corporatelaw #juror #witness #testimony #trial #jury

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