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Capitol Comment: Texas graduations mark great achievements
Every year, as the wildflowers are blooming and the air begins to feel more and more like summer, it's graduation season in Texas. Students across the state will receive their diplomas and degrees, signifying the culmination of many years of hard work and the investment of time and energy to achieve long-sought goals. -
"Loser pays" is a winner
The "loser pays" bill that the Texas House of Representatives passed last Saturday now goes to the Senate, where it is also likely to pass and then be signed by its most ardent supporter, Gov. Rick Perry. -
'Loser pays' bill passes Texas House in emergency Saturday session
Creighton In an emergency session on Saturday, the Texas House of Representatives passed a "loser pays" bill that could change who pays legal fees in certain civil lawsuits. -
Senate affirms trial lawyer's nomination to federal judgeship
WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline) - After more than a year, the controversial nomination of trial lawyer Jack McConnell by President Barack Obama has been confirmed by the U.S. Senate. -
Cornyn slams Obama judicial nominee
Cornyn WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline) - U.S. Sen. John Cornyn on Tuesday called one of President Barack Obama's judicial nominees a liar who manipulates ethical standards for his own financial gain. -
Judge Sparks gets Lifetime Achievement Award from UT Law School
AUSTIN � Judge Sam Sparks of the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the University of Texas School of Law on April 15. -
State Senate celebrates Texas Independence Day
State Sens. Judith Zaffirini, Leticia Van de Putte, Juan "Chuy" Hinojosa and Mario Gallegos view the original Texas Declaration of Independence, in the Senate Chamber on the occasion of the 175th Anniversary of the signing of the document on March 2. -
Capitol Comment: Texas' 175-year legacy of freedom and patriotism
One-hundred-and-seventy-five years ago, 59 brave men risked their lives to boldly put forward their belief that Texas must and ought to be a free nation. The signers, our state's forefathers, knew that by putting their name on this new declaration of independence, they were also putting their families and livelihoods in peril. But they were willing to risk it all for liberty. -
Legally Speaking: The Least of My Brothers
In 2009, the "Legally Speaking" column "Brother, Can You Spare a Lawyer?" spotlighted the crisis in funding for legal aid to the poor. Back then, in the depths of the economic crisis, a perfect storm had been created. -
Texans file federal suit to halt use of 2010 Census for redistricting
U.S. Congressional Districts, Texas SHERMAN- Three Texas registered voters are asking a federal court to declare that the 2010 Census data is inaccurate for purposes of the state's redistricting and reapportionment. -
Trial lawyers upset with proposed med-mal reform
Obama WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline) - A national trial lawyers group is railing against what they're calling an "extreme" medical malpractice reform bill that was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives on Monday. -
Perry: Fiscal responsibility will guide Texas through budget process
Texas Gov. Rick Perry, center, Lt. Governor David Dewhurst, right, and House Speaker Joe Straus, left, discuss the 82nd Legislature in the Governor's Reception Room at the Texas State Capitol on Jan. 12. -
Capitol Comment - Goal for New Congress: Cut Spending, Cut Taxes
It is often said that: "Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." Congress would be mindful to remember these wise words as we move forward to address the country's most critical problems in the new session of Congress. -
CALA Central Texas announces winner of high school essay contest
Roger Borgelt, chairman of the board of CALA of Central Texas, left, presents a $1,000 check to Adrian Gonzales, right, winner of the Personal Responsibility Essay Contest. Last Friday the legal watchdog group Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse of Central Texas announced the winner of its first Personal Responsibility Essay Contest for high school students. -
Legally Speaking: Know Before You Vote-The Judicial Elections
Politics is a funny thing. A clown was recently elected to the Brazilian legislature, and before we Americans begin laughing at that silly notion, consider some of the following facts. -
UPDATED! Texas Supreme Court: Crown Cork asbestos suit protection unconstitutional
Texas Supreme Court AUSTIN - Legislators improperly granted bottle cap maker Crown Cork and Seal retroactive protection from asbestos lawsuits, the Supreme Court of Texas ruled on Oct. 22. -
Texas Supreme Court: Crown Cork asbestos suit protection unconstitutional
AUSTIN � Legislators improperly granted bottle cap maker Crown Cork and Seal retroactive protection from asbestos lawsuits, the Supreme Court of Texas ruled on Oct. 22.