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Subrogation Claims and Arbitration Clauses in Construction Contracts
In Texas, while an insurer can assert a subrogation claim independently of its insured, the insurer still stands in the shoes of its insured, meaning the insurer’s claims are limited to those the insured could bring and are subject to the same […]
The Troubling Intersection of Division Orders, Joint Tenancies, and Estoppel
In the latest episode of Oil and Gas Law: In 5 Five Minutes or Less, KRCL's video series covering key legal developments for energy industry professionals, litigation partner Tom Ciarlone discusses the troubling intersection of division orders, joint […]
Booking.com Scores a Trademark Win at the Supreme Court, Opening the Door for Expanded Protection of Generic.com Domain Names
When you hear the term BOOKING.COM,[1] what comes to mind? Do you think of travel reservations in general, or is it a specific brand or company that pops into your head? While your answer may not seem especially consequential, this question recently […]
COVID-19 Guidance for the Construction Industry in Harris County
As the number of COVID-19 cases reach 45,000 in Harris County as of July 13, 2020, which includes the city of Houston, Governor Greg Abbott has halted additional reopening phases but has been reluctant to extend the “stay home, work safe” […]
CLE-Accredited Webinar | Establishing and Protecting Attorney-Client Privilege: Internal Investigations, Government Requests and Beyond
Board-certified labor and employment attorney Dennis Duffy will discuss cutting-edge privilege issues that arise in the context of corporate internal investigations, including potential waiver issues companies face when responding to government requests […]
PODCAST: Interview with In-House Counsel at Encore Permian
Download the iPhone/iPad app for our podcast at tinyurl.com/energylawios, or the Android app at tinyurl.com/energylawandroid. The podcast is also available on iTunes (tinyurl.com/energylawitunes), Google Play (tinyurl.com/energylawgoogleplay), Spotify […]
Texas Supreme Court Addresses Interpretation of Oil-and-Gas Contracts
In the second episode of Oil and Gas Law: In 5 Five Minutes or Less, KRCL's new video series covering key legal developments for energy industry professionals, Tom Ciarlone examines a recent Texas Supreme Court decision on interpreting mineral leases […]
PODCAST: The Current "Virtual" Practice of Law & How Restaurants and Real Estate Have Been Impacted by COVID-19
Michael Logan recently spoke on “The Jury’s Still Out” podcast with Mary Griffitts. His topic “The Current ‘Virtual’ Practice of Law & How Restaurants and Real Estate Have Been Impacted by COVID-19” can be […]
Kane Russell Coleman Logan Forms Main Street Lending Task Force
The Main Street Lending Program consists of the following three types of loan facilities: (1) the Main Street New Loan Facility (MSNLF); (2) the Main Street Priority Loan Facility (MSPLF); and (3) the Main Street Expanded Loan Facility (MSELF). The term […]
KRCL CARES: MAIN STREET LENDING TASK FORCE - A Comparison of the June 26, 2020 FAQs to the June 20, 2020 FAQs
On Friday, June 26th, the Federal Reserve circulated a revised version of its Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for the Main Street Lending ("MSL") Program. This blog reviews the five new FAQs that were added and the two minor changes that […]
OSHA Law: Protecting Your Employees and Your Company from Employee Misconduct
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is tasked with ensuring safe working conditions by setting and enforcing standards and providing training, outreach, education, and assistance. OSHA considers the construction industry to be a […]