Four firm partners, Sean McCaffity, Andy Sommerman, George (Tex) Quesada, and Laura Benitez Geisler, have been named to the list of 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers in the nation for 2024 by the Lawdragon legal guide. Lawyers for the guide are selected through the publication’s time-honed process of independent journalistic research and submissions, involving interviews
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Publications
D Magazine’s Best Lawyers Under 40 List Recognizes Jody Rodenberg for a Fifth Time
The firm is proud to extend heartfelt congratulations to Jody Rodenberg for her inclusion in the prestigious 2024 edition of D Magazine’s Best Lawyers Under 40. This annual compilation, featured in the January issue, showcases outstanding young legal professionals in North Texas. Selections are made through peer nominations and meticulous evaluation by an independent panel
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As Parrots are to Eagles, so are Lawyers to Paralegals
Introduction This paper will discuss the working relationship of attorneys and paralegals. Specifically, discussing ethical considerations; how attorneys can effectively utilize paralegals; the duties and roles paralegals play in a lawyer-client relationship; how to form an effective lawyer-paralegal partnership; and why that partnership is important to a successful law practice. Ethical Considerations Parrots: Eagles such
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Evidence and Case Law Update for the 31st Annual Advanced Personal Injury Law Course
1) Scope of Paper This paper attempts to summarize recent cases which have some significance in the area of evidence law. I have tried to group the cases according to the relevant Rules of Evidence and by subject matter of the substantive law points. The Supreme Court of Texas changed the standards for a no-evidence
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Oilfield Litigation, Texas Trial Lawyers Association
I. SCOPE OF PAPER This paper attempts to summarize recent case law developments with significance in the area of oilfield litigation. Special problems and resources to consider are also included. II. BASIC DOCUMENTS; MASTER SERVICE AGREEMENTS AND DRILLING CONTRACTS The Master Service Agreement is typically entered into between larger entities, and covers a number of
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Preserving Error And How To Appeal
INTRODUCTION Abstract Preserving error at the trial court level is a crucial element of practice that presents numerous pitfalls for unaware or unprepared attorneys. Walking through the entire trial process, from pleading to post-verdict motions, this article seeks to sift through the complexity and provide lawyers with knowledge of the steps involved in preserving error.
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Once Bitten, Twice Shy: Knowing Your Experts’ Daubert History
I. Scope of Paper All expert witnesses have a past. The ability to find and utilize that past is important when deciding whether to retain or impeach an expert witness. This paper outlines some of the areas which may be fruitful for this sort of research. II. Daubert History – Generally A. Positive Treatments A.
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Experts Who Travel With Their Own Motion In Limine: Knowing The Daubert History
Scope of Paper Expert witnesses have histories. Knowledge of the experts’ history and track record with regard to Daubert challenges and other motions to exclude can be important in the decision to retain an expert and the approach to use when challenging the other side’s expert (or defending your own). This paper outlines some of
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Causation and Damages
Introduction This paper offers a preliminary discussion of the law governing evidentiary requirements and proof techniques for causation and damages in personal injury cases. A brief, but comprehensive, discussion on the recent “paid and incurred” issue that has arisen with the passage of the (relatively) new Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code §41.0105 is also
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Daubert- Proofing Your Experts
Introduction Experts are one of the most valuable and difficult tools in a litigator’s arsenal. Preparing your expert for pre-trial challenges is imperative to any complex litigation. Experts are expensive. After an expert is retained, briefed, prepared, designated, and deposed, they can cost several thousand dollars. It would be a financial drain to have the
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