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Arbitration Agreements and Warranty Provisions in Construction Contracts

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​​Construction contracts typically include arbitration and warranty provisions. It is important for all parties engaging in construction contracts to understand exactly what these agreements and provisions mean. If you have questions about your contract or are involved in a construction dispute, a Texas business lawyer from MehaffyWeber can help you find an appropriate solution to…

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Insurers Could Face Future Litigation Complications as Federal Appeals Court Clarifies No Duty to Defend Doesn’t Mean No Duty to Indemnify

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​​A recently published legal opinion from the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit concerns when an insurer has a duty to indemnify under Texas state law. This principle applies even if the insurance company has no legal duty to defend a tort action against the insured party. Essentially, the Court ruled that…

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Recent 5th Circuit Court Decision Reverses a Nearly Three-Decade Precedent Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act

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​​The Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination on the basis of personal characteristics such as race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Title VII of the Act specifically addresses discrimination by employers against employees or job applicants. Title VII applies to public and private employers with 15 or more employees. There is only one…

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