Johnson & Johnson’s Texas Two‑Step: A Bankruptcy Strategy Under Scrutiny
An update to the Johnson & Johnson bankruptcy strategy of a divisive merger, AKA "Texas Two-Step" and a recent (January 2026) New Jersey court dismissal of plaintiff's suit for fraud.
Our Top 10 Family Law Articles for 2025
A list of our top ten most-read Family Law articles for the past year.
Separate vs. Community Property in Texas Divorce
How does Texas look at Community Property and Separate Property, and how do divorcing spouses prove what is rightfully theirs?
Non-Consensual Third-Party Releases No Longer Permissible in Chapter 11 Plans
In 2024, in a 5-4 decision, the Supreme Court rejected the notion that bankruptcy courts may confirm a plan of reorganization that discharges claims against third parties -- without the consent of affected claimants.
What Happens When You Die…With an Invalid Will?
This fourth article in the series by Reagan Wish explains how to prepare for probate when the decedent's will is deemed invalid.
Dispelling Myths About Prenups in Texas
Engagement Season is here! November to February is a popular time for engagement proposals - and a good prenuptial agreement can help lay the groundwork for a healthy and happy marriage.
Director Fiduciary Duty and Liability After a Leveraged Buyout
Bill Siegel explains In re nine West LBO Securities Litigation and the proposition that liability may attach to the company’s old board of directors even though they are not members of the new board and were not involved in any of the alleged misconduct.
What Happens When You Die…With No Will?
What happens when you die...and there's no Willl? Reagan Wish, in part three of her series on probate and wills, explains how to handle matters when there seems to be no original nor a copy of a loved one's Will to be found.
How Does Texas View the No-Damages-for-Delay Clause?
The New York Supreme Court recently reinforced the limitations on delay damages in construction contracts. Texas likewise enforces No-Damages-for-Delay clauses in construction contracts, allowing parties to contractually bar monetary claims for delays. However, Texas recognizes important public policy exceptions.
Texas Supreme Court Clarifies Proximate Cause in a Catastrophic Highway Accident – Werner Enterprises, Inc. v. Blake
Casey Erick lists key takeaways from the June 2025 Texas Supreme Court opinion that clarified proximate cause in a catastrophic highway accident, including the requirement of a "Substantial Factor," the bar for negligence, and in this case - absence of derivative or direct employer liability.
