A recent lawsuit against Amazon sheds light on a potential new avenue for holding the online giant accountable for defective products. The United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas determined Amazon can be held responsible for injuries caused by faulty products sold on its platform, even if Amazon was not the direct...
Any Texas business can find itself defending against a costly personal injury case. While it is up to a plaintiff to prove that a business acted negligently, resulting in their injuries, a solid defense is necessary to prevent paying substantial settlements or judgments. One of the best approaches is establishing a business strategy crafted by...
Many businesses use video surveillance in and around their properties. People generally tend to remain more honest when they believe their actions will be filmed. Video surveillance also records incidental things that happen which can make it useful for sorting out the sequence of events in premises liability claims. Businesses may elect to erase footage...
When commercial motor vehicles get into accidents, the damages can be significant. Commercial bus and trucking companies can face expensive compensation claims that insurance companies are asked to pay. Claims costs have been steadily increasing as damage awards in personal injury cases involving commercial motor vehicles continue to rise. Over-inflated damages awards do not promote...
The clock begins ticking for our clients the moment a long-awaited construction project begins. The industry continues to soar throughout Texas and many areas of the country, placing a high demand for quality, timely projects to be completed. However, many large-scale construction projects are slowed or delayed by disputes that hinder the completion of the...
In a significant victory for American businesses, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit recently vacated the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) final rule mandating daily disclosure of share repurchase activity. This decision has far-reaching implications for businesses across various industries and underscores the ongoing debate surrounding regulatory requirements and corporate transparency....
In a recent ruling that has garnered significant attention, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a six-month contractual limitations period for discrimination retaliation claims. This decision has far-reaching implications for employers and employees, reshaping the landscape of employment law in Texas and beyond. The Labor & Employment Group at Fee, Smith & Sharp LLP...
On December 18, 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced new regulations over cosmetic facility registration and cosmetic product listing requirements, adding to the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulations Act of 2022 (MoCRA). Applicable organizations have until July 1, 2024 to determine what actions they must take to be compliant, as that is when...
On December 14, 2023, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency published its PFAS Strategic Roadmap: Second Annual Progress Report. This report contained information regarding important regulatory actions in chemical manufacturing and consumer product usage. Product manufacturers will want to take note of these important updates to protect themselves from the rapidly expanding class action lawsuits. Fee,...
In recent years, product manufacturers in Texas and across the United States have faced escalating challenges in the realm of product liability litigation. A growing trend among plaintiffs is to pursue claims against businesses under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO), a federal statute originally designed to combat organized crime. This tactic represents...
