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Tortious interference occurs when an individual or entity intentionally acts wrongfully to interfere with the contract between other parties. In most instances, this interference causes financial harm to one of the parties to the contract, which can then lead to civil...
Both houses of the Texas Legislature passed measures designed to reduce the number of multi-million-dollar verdicts in this state. However, neither measure got to the Governor’s desk because of wrangling between the two legislative houses. The Senate version of the...
Dallas ranks among the nation’s busiest construction hubs. High stakes, tight schedules and layered subcontractor networks mean a single misunderstanding can snowball into six-figure claims. Fortunately, builders and owners can sidestep most courtroom showdowns by...
Product-defect cases once pivoted on dueling experts and dense reports. Dallas lawyers now enliven that data with 3-D animations, VR walk-throughs and interactive timelines that map each design choice to the ultimate failure. Jurors see a bolt shear, or a circuit...
A partnership can be a great business structure to ensure that you retain control over operations while maximizing your profit potential. But with the benefits of this structure type come risks. And when partnership disputes arise over business trajectory or how...
When a vendor or a similar party stops holding up their end of a contract, things start slipping fast — deliveries stall, deadlines move and liability questions follow. If you are dealing with a breakdown in performance, your next steps need to be clear — and legally...
At Deans Stepp we know you have been hearing quite a bit about generative AI and, perhaps, have found ways to use these tools effectively in your own business. Here are a few thoughts on how AI is changing the legal profession and how we provide services. AI is...
Contract breaches can be a significant issue for business owners and may result in litigation. When one party fails to uphold their side of a contract, it can cause financial harm. But what if the other party simply misses a deadline? Eventually, they do fulfill the...
It is difficult to travel in the Dallas-Fort Worth area without sharing the road with large trucks. Like other highly populated areas, semi-trucks and tractor-trailer trucks are heavily relied on to transport shipments and goods to and from their destinations. While...
Technological advancements are generally viewed as a positive in Texas and across the nation. They can enhance safety and make people’s lives easier and more efficient. Still, there are understandable concerns with any new technology. Few stoke trepidation as much as...
