Vinson Minerals, Ltd v. XTO Energy, Inc. Appellee

Appellants Vinson Minerals Ltd., Johnny H. Vinson and Chisholm 2000 LP (the Vinsons) and appellee XTO Energy Inc. (XTO) filed cross-motions for summary judgment on the Vinsons' claims relating to 10 oil and gas leases covering the Vinsons' ranch in Wise County. The trial court granted XTO's motion and denied the Vinsons' motion. The Vinsons, as one or more of the lessors in each of the leases, contend that they are entitled to terminate the leases with XTO, as successor lessee, because XTO failed to make "undisputed payments" after demand. Because the Vinsons presented no evidence that they provided XTO with a proper written notice or demand for payment as required by the leases, the trial court's judgment is affirmed. Fort Worth Court of Appeals, No. 02-08-00453-CV, 12-16-2010

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