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Texas High Court Pulls Plug on Delta-8 THC Market, District Court Blocks New Hemp Rules

Fri, 01 May 2026 18:29:07 EST

It's a tale of two courts and two different rulings affecting the Texas hemp industry. The Texas Supreme Court effectively banned delta-8 THC products, while a Travis district court allowed the hemp industry offering other products to continue business as usual until a trial on July 27.

Phelps Dunbar Opens in Dallas With 5-Lawyer Litigation Team From Boutique

Fri, 01 May 2026 18:26:17 EST

Five litigators from Dallas boutique Johnston Clem Gifford, including two partners, joined Phelps Dunbar to launch the Am Law 200 firm's new Dallas office.

5th Circuit Won't Rehear Challenge to Federal Machine Gun Possession Ban

Fri, 01 May 2026 14:06:20 EST

In a 10-7 vote, the appeals court denied an en banc petition by Jamaion Wilson, who was convicted under 18 U.S.C. § 922(o) of possessing a machine gun. Wilson argued the statute violates the Second Amendment's right to bear arms.

Newsmakers: Clifford Chance Announces Partner Promotions

Fri, 01 May 2026 10:59:59 EST

Also: real estate attorney joins and veteran tax attorney rejoins Shackelford; Munsch Hardt adds co-chair to sports + entertainment practice; Khalil Kinchen formation.

Settle Now, Indemnify Later: Texas Supreme Court Reinforces Risk Allocation

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:30:31 EST

The Texas Supreme Court's decision sends a clear message: settlement does not cancel contractual indemnity rights.

Federal Jury Clears Riot Platforms in Patent Case, Signaling End of Judge Albright's Tenure

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:03:15 EST

This case is significant for the rapidly expanding data center industry, which faces increasing patent litigation risks, particularly regarding third-party technologies.

Untangling Gaslighting Allegations in Family and Child Welfare Litigation

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:59:59 EST

Courts do not generally recognize gaslighting as a standalone claim. Rather, the behavior may fall under categories like domestic abuse, coercive control, harassment, emotional abuse, custody disputes, or broader credibility issues in civil cases.

High-Profile Houston Lawyers Face Off in Employment Dispute

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:32:32 EST

Charles Babcock, a partner at Jackson Walker, is on board to help the defendant fend off a lawsuit by plaintiff counsel Tony Buzbee.

Infrastructure, Finance Practices Boost Bracewell to Record Year

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:13:26 EST

Revenue grew by 3.6% even as head count growth was flat, due to a "very robust" volume of M&A, finance and project development work across the entire energy spectrum, managing partner Greg Bopp said.

Houston Homeowners Win Federal Case Over Dam Flooding After Hurricane Harvey

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:37:44 EST

A judge found the government liable, and the damages phase of the litigation will proceed on thousands of claims.

Full 5th Circuit Allows Enforcement of Texas Immigration Arrest Law

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:58:29 EST

The Fifth Circuit did not answer the merits question of whether Texas' Senate Bill 4 is federally preempted.

What's Next for Judge Alan Albright?

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:46:03 EST

U.S. District Judge Alan D. Albright, 66, plans to retire in August and return to private practice.

With Litigation, Finance in Demand, Jackson Walker Ups Revenue by 14%, PEP by 23%

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:35:10 EST

The 14% revenue growth at Jackson Walker is the highest since 2022, and revenue per lawyer broke the $1-million barrier for the first time.

Newsmakers: Jones Walker Adds Partner and Associate in Houston

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:59:59 EST

Also: DiCello Levitt adds partner; Haynes Boone adds energy partner; Faegre Drinker partner inducted to the IATL; Ryman Clark Launches in Texas.

Law Student Racks Up Historic 'Jeopardy!' Winning Streak

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:36:44 EST

A part-time student at Seton Hall Law now ranks fifth on the show's all-time list for victories in regular season play, and he will compete for his 30th consecutive victory on the show on Thursday.