Can an out-of-state franchisor be sued in Texas simply because its brand appears on local storefronts? This article examines the limits of general jurisdiction under Texas and federal law and offers practical guidance for franchisors seeking to minimize jurisdictional risks.
AI is reshaping litigation strategy, but are AI chats protected from discovery? In United States v. Heppner, a federal court said no. This edition of The Eason Report explores how Texas courts may approach privilege and work product issues involving AI.
Marcus Eason continues The Grubb Report with an overview of Texas Rule 201.3 and the adoption of the UIDD, explaining how the new rule simplifies out-of-state depositions and document discovery in Texas.
Texas Supreme Court ruled in Cactus Water Services v. COG Operating that produced water belongs to mineral estate owners, not surface owners, even when conveyance documents don't explicitly mention it.
What happens when a court reads your contract literally for one issue but decides what 'makes sense' for another? A geophysicist just found out.
Managing discovery objections can often be a challenge in litigation, especially when it is apparent that your opponent’s objections are made for purposes of delay or concealment. Here are three tips to effectively handle such objections and keep your case moving forward.
