The Texas Business Court addressed vesting, reversion triggers, retained-acreage limits, and payout calculations in a March farmout agreement opinion.
Big Law Redefined Podcast | Making History: Inside the First Jury Trial Victory in the Texas Business Court
In this Texas Business Court Watch episode of Big Law Redefined, GT litigators Roland Garcia and Cara Kelly join host Craig Duewall to recount winning the first-ever jury trial in the Texas Business Court. From courthouse lights shutting off mid-argument to last-minute courtroom changes, they share what it truly takes to navigate this emerging and sophisticated commercial forum.
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Texas Business Court Reinforces Standing Rules for LLC Derivative Lawsuits
Texas Business Court confirms only current LLC members have standing to bring derivative claims under the Texas Business Organizations Code.
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Texas Business Court Addresses Executive Noncompete Enforcement in Galderma v. Brenner
In Galderma Laboratories, L.P. v. Erick Brenner, Judge Brian Stagner of the Eighth Division (Fort Worth) granted in part a temporary injunction to enforce a noncompete agreement against a former senior executive who accepted a CEO position with an alleged direct competitor.
Texas Business Court Clarifies Jurisdictional Threshold and “Qualified Transaction” Requirements
The Texas Business Court continues to develop precedent regarding its own jurisdiction.
Arbitrability Ruling: Key Lessons from Texas Business Court’s BNSF v. Level 3 Decision
The Honorable Andrea K. Bouressa, with the Texas Business Court Division 1, issued a decision addressing the scope of arbitrator authority and the enforceability of arbitration awards.
Texas Business Court Grants Summary Judgment and Enforces “Texas Shootout” Buy-Sell Clause
The Texas Business Court continues to grant dispositive motions, enforce unambiguous agreements, and shape commercial law. In a recent opinion, Michael D. Crain v. William “Will” Northern, Cause No.
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Texas Business Court Reinforces Formalities for LLC Membership Agreement and Contract (Partnership) Claims
A recent memorandum opinion from the Texas Business Court, First Division, serves as a reminder of the importance of proper documentation when forming business relationships.
Texas Business Court Affirms Jurisdiction Over Employee Poaching Claims and Amount in Controversy Requirement
The Texas Business Court continues to acknowledge its jurisdictional reach in commercial disputes.