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Federal Acquisition Regulations Council Proposes Key Changes to Research and Development, Construction, and Contract Actions – What It Means for Texas Contractors

Construction DefectFederal Acquisition Regulations Council Proposes Key Changes to Research and Development, Construction, and Contract Actions – What It Means for Texas Contractors

12/16/2025by Thomas Fee

The Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Council has been reviewing and updating its guidance on government procurement in recent months in an effort to streamline rules and procedures following an executive order by the Trump Administration. Contractors must follow these rules to successfully bid for jobs, acquire goods and services, and secure contracts. Fee, Smith &...

Construction DefectThird Coast Services, LLC v. Castaneda, No. 23-0848 (Tex. Dec. 12, 2025)

12/12/2025by Thomas Fee

The Supreme Court of Texas has held that a defendant need not be in privity with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) in order to be able to assert the defense that the contractor is in compliance with contract documents material to the condition or defect that proximately caused personal injury, property damage, or death....

Texas Supreme Court Joins States Following the “American Rule” for Pore Space Ownership – How it Could Impact Mineral Rights Owners in the State

Oil and GasTexas Supreme Court Joins States Following the “American Rule” for Pore Space Ownership – How it Could Impact Mineral Rights Owners in the State

12/09/2025by Thomas Fee

In recent years, Texas legislators have been trying to address issues surrounding property rights as it pertains to pore space. The Supreme Court case ruling for Myers-Woodward, LLC v. Underground Services Markham, LLC and United Brine Pipeline Company, LLC earlier this year sets a precedent for similar cases moving forward. The team at Fee, Smith...

Business & Commercial LitigationWhen Corporate Mergers End: Important Steps To Safeguard Your Business Interests In The Aftermath

11/10/2025by Thomas Fee

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are a common way for two companies to join forces with the expectation that the new company will be better than the sum of its parts. The new company expects profits to grow as a result of lower production costs and an expanded market share. However, things don’t always turn out...

Professional LiabilityNorthern District of Texas Court Case Reveals Key Gaps in Liability Coverage For Home Health Franchisors

11/05/2025by Thomas Fee

Liability insurance coverage is purchased to transfer liability risks to an insurance company. Professional liability insurance (E&O) typically covers errors and omissions committed in the course of providing professional services. A recent decision by the district court for the Northern District of Texas, Wichita Falls Division, revealed that professional liability insurance for a home care...

NonsubscriberOSHA Issues Updated Guidance on Workplace Site-Specific Targeting Inspections for Job-Related Injuries

10/22/2025by Thomas Fee

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has recently updated the criteria it uses to select which companies will be targeted during safety inspections. Employers should familiarize themselves with OSHA’s revisions to their inspection program and ensure proper reporting and safety procedures. They should also consult a lawyer if they have questions or need to...

TransportationFMCSA Announces 18 Potential Rule Changes That Could Impact the Trucking Industry

09/19/2025by Thomas Fee

Potential sweeping rule changes continue to impact the nation’s trucking industry. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has recommended 18 new rule changes and proposals to federal trucking laws to ease regulatory compliance and support rapid industry growth. Our national law firm can help you navigate these changes and new rules instituted by the...

Business & Commercial LitigationNewly Adopted Legislation Makes Series of Amendments to the Texas Business Organizations Code

08/06/2025by Thomas Fee

Texas has long been home to multibillion-dollar industries like oil and gas, construction, and chemical manufacturing. With a pair of new bills signed into law in May 2025, the state hopes to become even more attractive for business owners who want to create or redomicile their companies. Below, the Texas business lawyers from Fee, Smith...

Fifth Circuit Court Decision Highlights the Importance for Employers to Act in Good Faith and Without Delay When Making Accommodations for Employees With Disabilities

Labor & EmploymentFifth Circuit Court Decision Highlights the Importance for Employers to Act in Good Faith and Without Delay When Making Accommodations for Employees With Disabilities

07/07/2025by Thomas Fee

A recent decision by the Fifth Circuit Court speaks to a larger issue about an employer’s willingness and cooperation to reasonably accommodate employees with disabilities. As this case shows, delays can have a negative impact on individuals who need assistive resources to carry out their responsibilities. To ensure that your business embeds these good faith...

Business & Commercial LitigationUnder New Law Texas Business Courts Will Have Broader Jurisdiction Over Complex Disputes

07/01/2025by Thomas Fee

In June, Governor Abbott signed into law House Bill 40 (HB 40), which expanded the jurisdiction and operational framework of the Texas Business Court. Texas has recently passed a succession of business-friendly laws, intending to convey the message that Texas is a welcome home for businesses. The business court was created in 2024, and subsequent...

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Construction DefectFederal Acquisition Regulations Council Proposes Key Changes to Research and Development, Construction, and Contract Actions – What It Means for Texas Contractors

Construction DefectThird Coast Services, LLC v. Castaneda, No. 23-0848 (Tex. Dec. 12, 2025)

Oil and GasTexas Supreme Court Joins States Following the “American Rule” for Pore Space Ownership – How it Could Impact Mineral Rights Owners in the State

Business & Commercial LitigationWhen Corporate Mergers End: Important Steps To Safeguard Your Business Interests In The Aftermath

Professional LiabilityNorthern District of Texas Court Case Reveals Key Gaps in Liability Coverage For Home Health Franchisors

NonsubscriberOSHA Issues Updated Guidance on Workplace Site-Specific Targeting Inspections for Job-Related Injuries

TransportationFMCSA Announces 18 Potential Rule Changes That Could Impact the Trucking Industry

Business & Commercial LitigationNewly Adopted Legislation Makes Series of Amendments to the Texas Business Organizations Code

Labor & EmploymentFifth Circuit Court Decision Highlights the Importance for Employers to Act in Good Faith and Without Delay When Making Accommodations for Employees With Disabilities

Business & Commercial LitigationUnder New Law Texas Business Courts Will Have Broader Jurisdiction Over Complex Disputes

12/16/2025Federal Acquisition Regulations Council Proposes Key Changes to Research and Development, Construction, and Contract Actions – What It Means for Texas Contractors

12/12/2025Third Coast Services, LLC v. Castaneda, No. 23-0848 (Tex. Dec. 12, 2025)

12/09/2025Texas Supreme Court Joins States Following the “American Rule” for Pore Space Ownership – How it Could Impact Mineral Rights Owners in the State

11/10/2025When Corporate Mergers End: Important Steps To Safeguard Your Business Interests In The Aftermath

11/05/2025Northern District of Texas Court Case Reveals Key Gaps in Liability Coverage For Home Health Franchisors

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