Publications
Author(s): Byron Henry, Jonathan SpigelFeb 23, 2010⋅ Jonathan Spigel prepares Proportionate Responsibility paper
Jonathan Spigel, along with former Cowles & Thompson Senior Counsel Greg Lensing, prepared the discussion of the rules covering proportionate responsibility and settlement credits in Texas, the first two sections of the paper, which also include several quizzes to test your knowledge of the subject. The last section of the paper addresses Chapter 82 of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code, otherwise known as the product manufacturer's duty to indemnify "innocent" retailers, and recent cases interpreting this statute. New Cowles & Thompson Shareholder Byron Henry assisted with updating some of the cases in each section of the paper.
Attorneys:
• Jonathan Spigel
Practice Areas:
• Product Liability
• Tort and Insurance Litigation
Author(s): Stephen SpitzerJan 20, 2010⋅ Steve Spitzer newsletter: Probate Litigation Update - How Independent Are Executors?
To access the newsletter, please click on the link entitled: DOWNLOAD AS PDF
Attorneys:
• Stephen Spitzer
Practice Areas:
• Estate Planning, Wills and Probate
• Probate Litigation
Jan 20, 2010⋅ Jim Chester newsletter: Innovation & Trade Law Update - December 2009
To access the October newsletter, please click on the link above entitled: DOWNLOAD AS PDF
Practice Areas:
• Intellectual Property
• Intellectual Property Litigation
Author(s): Stephen SpitzerOct 28, 2009⋅ Steve Spitzer newsletter: Probate Litigation Update - Trustee Removal Supreme Court Speaks
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Attorneys:
• Stephen Spitzer
Practice Areas:
• Estate Planning, Wills and Probate
• Probate Litigation
Oct 1, 2009⋅ Jim Chester newsletter: Innovation & Trade Law Update - October 2009
To access the October newsletter, please click on the link above entitled: DOWNLOAD AS PDF
Practice Areas:
• Intellectual Property
• Intellectual Property Litigation
News
Jun 3, 2010⋅ Grant Gaston will lead A Worker's Compensation Bad Faith Seminar
Grant Gaston will lead a Workers' Compensation Bad Faith seminar for ETACA (East Texas Area Claims Association) on June 3, 2010.
Attorneys:
• Grant Gaston
Practice Areas:
• Workers' Compensation
Feb 23, 2010⋅ Jonathan Spigel speaks to Specialty Risk Services group
On February 23, 2010, Jonathan Spigel will present "Texas Legal Update - Proportionate Responsibility, Settlement Credits, and other Fun Stuff" to General Liability Claims Professionals and Claims Managers at Specialty Risk Services, Inc. (Plano, Texas).
Attorneys:
• Jonathan Spigel
Practice Areas:
• Product Liability
• Tort and Insurance Litigation
Feb 9, 2010⋅ David Metzler recognized as Texas Super Lawyer
An outstanding Cowles & Thompson attorney, David Metzler, has been recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer in the area of Insurance Coverage. David will be listed in the "Super Lawyers, Corporate Counsel Edition" to be published in the July 2010 issue. In selecting attorneys for Super Lawyers, Law & Politics employs a rigorous, multiphase process. Peer nominations and evaluations are combined with third party research. Each candidate is evaluated on 12 indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement. Selections are made on an annual, state-by-state basis. The objective is to create a credible, comprehensive and diverse listing of outstanding attorneys that can be used as a resource for attorneys and consumers searching for legal counsel. Congratulations!!
Attorneys:
• David Metzler
Practice Areas:
• Insurance Corporate and Regulatory
• Insurance Coverage and Litigation
Feb 5, 2010⋅ C&T Sponsors and Attorneys attend Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce Quest for Success luncheon
On February 5, 2010 six Cowles & Thompson attorneys attended the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce's 26th Annual Quest for Success luncheon. Cowles & Thompson served as a sponsor of the event. The C&T attorneys in attendance were Chuck Green, Sim Israeloff, Jonathan Spigel, Melinda Newman, Scott Meyer and Jason Mathis.
Attorneys:
• Charles Green
• Sim Israeloff
• Jason Mathis
• Scott Meyer
• Melinda Newman
• Jonathan Spigel
Jan 14, 2010⋅ Steve Spitzer speaks at TAALP
On January 14, 2010, Steve Spitzer spoke at the Tyler Area Association of Legal Professionals ("TAALP") regarding "Estate Issues for Legal Assistants."
Attorneys:
• Stephen Spitzer
Practice Areas:
• Estate Planning, Wills and Probate