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Litigator of the Week: Who Needs a Jury Consultant?

Texas Lawyer

Monday, May 13, 2013

"It really can be a jury of peers," says Dallas lawyer Robert Coleman, who scored a take-nothing jury verdict May 2 on behalf of an accounting firm. He and Lee L. Cameron Jr. worked during voir dire to seat a potential juror who previously worked for an accounting firm.

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Complying With Airspace Requirements

Texas Lawyer

Monday, September 17, 2012

Lawyers quickly can become involved in defending against alleged violations of FAA vertical separation minimum airspace requirements, so they need a working knowledge of the requirements.

Courts Buckle Down on Airline Liability for Turbulence

Texas Lawyer

Monday, September 17, 2012

It is unlikely that a Texas court following the law would allow a claim solely for a passenger's emotional distress during a turbulent flight.

Ancient Sea Codes Survive in Maintenance and Cure Decisions

Texas Lawyer

Monday, September 17, 2012

Even though seamen have a negligence cause of action against their employer under the Jones Act, they are still afforded no-fault workers compensation-like remedy. Recently, the U.S. Supreme Court, the Texas Supreme Court and the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals have issued significant opinions addressing this ancient seaman's right.

Special Report: Maritime and Aviation

Texas Lawyer

Monday, September 17, 2012

Lawyers quickly can become involved in defending against alleged violations of FAA vertical separation minimum airspace requirements, so they need a working knowledge of the requirements. Also in this report, "Courts Buckle Down on Airline Liability for Turbulence" and "Ancient Sea Codes Survive in Maintenance and Cure Decisions."

Aviation Advocate: Flexjet's Top Lawyer Brings a Varied Background to the Tarmac

Texas Lawyer

Monday, August 6, 2012

Flexjet senior director of legal services Bruce Marshall wants his Richardson-based company to be known as a "private aviation solutions provider." Flexjet manages a fleet of aircraft and helps customers fly throughout the country and the world.