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Logic or Something Like That : Ten Logical Fallacies and How to Combat Them
Logical fallacies are errors in reasoning that can lead to invalid arguments and faulty conclusions. In the legal world, these fallacies can have serious consequences, from weakening a case to resulting in unjust outcomes. Recognizing and addressing these common pitfalls is crucial for legal professionals seeking to build strong, persuasive arguments. Here are […]
Texas Supreme Court Limits Damages in Medical Negligence Cases Involving Birth of Healthy Child
In a highly anticipated decision, the Texas Supreme Court has weighed in on the contentious issue of what damages are recoverable when medical negligence results in the birth of a healthy child. The case, Michiel R. Noe, M.D., Individually and d/b/a Sun City Women’s Health Care, v. Grissel A. Velasco, has significant implications for medical malpractice law in Texas.
Gregory and In re Richardson Motorsports: New Case Law on Discovery of Mental Health Records
In two recent decisions – Gregory v. Chohan and In re Richardson Motorsports – the Texas Supreme Court addressed the evidentiary requirements for noneconomic damage awards and the discovery of mental health records in cases involving claims of noneconomic damages.
Navigating the New Texas Business Courts: A Comprehensive Blog Series
Welcome to David Siegel’s and Charles Peckham’s blog series on the new Texas Business Courts. We hope to make this an informative series of blogs that starts you on your way to understanding the new court system.
Top Ten Personality Types Present in Mediation and How to Manage Them
During the course of a mediation, you have all experienced difficulties with personalities—be it with a party, their attorneys, an adjuster, or even a family member or other client representative.
The Mediator’s Proposal – Snatching Resolution Victory from the Jaws of Impasse
In the world of mediation, impasse is a dreaded word. It’s the moment when parties feel like they’ve hit a wall, and the chances of reaching a resolution seem…
FTC Rule and Trade Secrets
As the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ban on noncompetition agreements is set to go into effect in August 2024, businesses are turning to other avenues to…