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Author Archives: Jay Butchko

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Companies In Texas Can Be Sued For Spreading Bacteria

By Colvin, Saenz, Rodriguez & Kennamer L.L.P. |

If you’re running a company in Texas, the last thing you want to face is a product liability lawsuit. If you’re confident about your products, you might think that these legal issues are pretty much impossible. Unfortunately, it’s not just your product that you need to worry about – you also need to consider… Read More »

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What Is The “8-Corners Rule?”

By Colvin, Saenz, Rodriguez & Kennamer L.L.P. |

The so-called 8-Corners Rule is an important aspect of insurance defense in Texas. If you’re running an insurance company and you’re faced with the possibility of defending a policyholder from a legal action, you probably know about this rule. It is closely tied with an insurance company’s “duty to defend,” and it makes sense… Read More »

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Powder

Johnson & Johnson Pulls Off The Texas Two-Step

By Colvin, Saenz, Rodriguez & Kennamer L.L.P. |

By now, everyone has heard about Johnson & Johnson’s controversial plan to transfer liability to a spin-off company and then declare bankruptcy. This move is known as the “Texas two-step,” and it is one of the most popular ways for major corporations to avoid paying out millions of dollars to injured victims. According to… Read More »

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CommerLitigation

Twitter Strikes Back Against Texas

By Colvin, Saenz, Rodriguez & Kennamer L.L.P. |

If you’ve been following Twitter’s legal battles in Texas lately, you already know that the social media giant has been trading blows with Texas lawmakers, attorney generals, and judges. And Twitter certainly isn’t holding back, either. According to new reports, this corporation is now hitting Texas with a retaliation suit, claiming First Amendment violations… Read More »

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Defending Against A Product Liability Lawsuit In Texas

By Colvin, Saenz, Rodriguez & Kennamer L.L.P. |

If your company is facing a product liability lawsuit in Texas, your next steps are extremely important. This lawsuit may have the power to bankrupt your business, or it may irrevocably tarnish your reputation. Fortunately, there are a number of ways you can address this situation in an effective manner. By utilizing the best… Read More »

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Insurance Companies Brace For Another Cold Winter In Texas

By Colvin, Saenz, Rodriguez & Kennamer L.L.P. |

Most Texans want nothing more than to forget last winter’s woes. However, the historic, disastrous “Texas Freeze” is still affecting residents to this very day. While ERCOT and other companies face continuing lawsuits over last year’s debacle, many people in Texas are looking ahead and wondering whether this winter could be just as bad…. Read More »

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Legal30

What Is The Definition Of “Employee” In Texas?

By Colvin, Saenz, Rodriguez & Kennamer L.L.P. |

If your company is dealing with an insurance claim related to an employee injury, the legal definition of “employee” is very important. Employees may be protected under certain insurance policies, but what about independent contractors? What happens when multiple contractors are working on the same worksite, and one employee becomes injured because of the… Read More »

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How To Deny A Wildfire Damage Claim In Texas

By Colvin, Saenz, Rodriguez & Kennamer L.L.P. |

On December 16th, it was reported that the Texas Panhandle was facing dust storms and wildfires capable of causing considerable property destruction. Insurers in Texas will undoubtedly face an onslaught of property damage claims as a result of this weather event. As any insurer knows, it’s extremely important to sort through these claims and… Read More »

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Tech Companies In Texas Face New Legal Threats

By Colvin, Saenz, Rodriguez & Kennamer L.L.P. |

Over the years, Texas has slowly developed a strong foundation in the high-tech world. Today, there are a vast number of tech companies that are headquartered in the Lone Star State. Other companies may not have been founded in Texas, but they certainly do a lot of business here. While the digital world offers… Read More »

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ExxonMobil Oil Refinery Explodes In Texas, Prompting New Lawsuit Fears

By Colvin, Saenz, Rodriguez & Kennamer L.L.P. |

On December 23rd, it was reported that an ExxonMobil oil refinery had exploded, leaving several people injured in Texas. This is the latest controversy faced by ExxonMobil over the last few years, and new lawsuits are almost inevitable. Similar incidents have occurred at this same facility in 2019, and ExxonMobil has been sued by… Read More »

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