Travelers contemplating traveling outside of Texas in the coming weeks should think twice before doing so. Or, if you continue with your travel plans, expect a mandatory 14-day self-quarantine on your return home to Texas if you have traveled through an airport from one of the coronavirus “hotspots.” The list of coronavirus hotspots is growing …
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Many local governments are issuing shelter-in-place-style orders in response to Covid-19. Typically, these orders have a blanket prohibition that significantly limits personal and business activities. Then the orders typically make exceptions for certain activities, people, or businesses that are defined as “essential.” In many orders, the definition of “essential” is loosely defined, making it difficult to …
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On March 18, 2020, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) was signed into law as one of the first major federal legislative initiatives in response to COVID-19. In addition to addressing insurance coverage of COVID-19 testing, nutrition assistance for students, and unemployment benefits, the FFCRA also requires certain employers to provide their employees with …
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Late yesterday, the Texas Medical Board (“TMB”) adopted rules to enforce the Texas Governor’s Executive Order and its prohibition against performing surgeries and medical procedures that are not immediately medically necessary, through April 21, 2020. TMB President Sherif Z. Saafran, M.D. explained, “[t]he Texas Medical Board has echoed the strong recommendations for providers and health care …
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FORT WORTH, TX – Attorney Andrew Scott has joined Cantey Hanger LLP as an associate in the firm’s Litigation Practice Group. His practice focus is advocating for general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and owners on a variety of construction-related issues, including litigation, contract negotiations and alternative dispute resolution. He also represents companies and individuals licensed by …
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The coronavirus (“COVID-19”) pandemic has impacted almost every corner of the world, requiring businesses of all sizes to re-assess their ability to maintain operations and fulfill contractual obligations. The federal and local governments have imposed restrictions on travel and gatherings, and in many instances, have forced businesses to temporarily shut their doors. One industry that …
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) is following suit to other agencies and providing regulatory relief for certain publicly traded companies. Below are the SEC’s announcements regarding (1) annual meetings and proxy rules, (2) filing deadlines, and (3) transfer agent relief. Annual Meetings and Proxy Rules The SEC released this staff guidance regarding …
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On Thursday, March 12, 2020, the U.S. Small Business Administration (the “SBA”) announced that it would work directly with state governors to provide disaster recovery loans to small businesses that have been impacted by COVID-19. Historically, the SBA has required that any state or territory impacted by a disaster certify that at least five small …
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As we await the fate in the Senate of the revised proposed Families First Coronavirus Response Act legislation, it’s important to remember other employment considerations under the unique circumstances of a pandemic. While the protections and requirements of the ADA and FMLA regarding reasonable accommodation (as well as rules about medical examinations and inquiries) remain …
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Managing Partner Brian Newby joined Tarrant County Judge Ken Newell and retired Judge Louis Sturns, with Dr. Geoffrey Mitchell in a panel discussion and historic Frederick Douglas- Abraham Lincoln play for Black History Month at The University of Texas at Arlington.
On February 12, 2020, Cantey Hanger partner Machir Stull gave a presentation to the TCBA Corporate Counsel Section Luncheon about bankruptcy issues facing in-house counsel, entitled “Bankruptcy 101: An overview for corporate counsel”. A copy of the presentation can be found here.
FORT WORTH, TX. – Doug Clayton, a Partner at Cantey Hanger LLP law firm, has been elected to serve as Chairman of the Board of Directors of TechFW. He follows Maxwell A. Lea, III, a Managing Director with DFB Pharmaceuticals, whose term expired at the end of 2019. TechFW is a non-profit entrepreneur support organization …
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FORT WORTH, TX – Derek Carson has been selected a Partner at Cantey Hanger LLP. ”Derek is a shining example of our young trial lawyers. He is smart, hardworking and has superb credentials and experience,” said Brian Newby, Cantey Hanger’s Managing Partner. “He has a tremendous future in the practice of law and within Cantey …
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Although the California Consumer Privacy Act (the “CCPA”) became effective on January 1, 2020, it will not become enforceable until July 1, 2020. As one of the strictest privacy laws in the United States, the CCPA likely to have a significant impact on businesses across the country. In fact, because of the nature of the …
FORT WORTH, TX – Partner Scott Fredricks has been selected Chair of the Litigation Section at Cantey Hanger LLP. He succeeds Partner Jordan Parker, who had led the firm’s litigation team for six years and is now leading the firm’s recruitment and business expansion efforts. Cantey Hanger’s Litigation Section consists of more than 40 attorneys and …
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Lt. Governor Dan Patrick has appointed Cantey Hanger partner Ralph Duggins to serve as the new public member of the Sunset Advisory Commission. The Sunset Advisory Commission conducts regular reviews of state agencies that are scheduled to be abolished by the Texas Sunset Act. Their duties include convening public hearings on each agency and issuing …
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In 2019, the Texas legislature passed a number of bills which are likely to impact disclosure requirements under the Texas Public Information Act, although one of the most significant appears to be Senate Bill 943. The purpose of Senate Bill 943 is to expand disclosure requirements, primarily by closing what has been called the “Boeing …
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Cantey Hanger was the presenting sponsor of the Tarrant County Bar Association Women Attorneys Section Holiday Luncheon on December 13. The festive event was organized and co-chaired by Cantey Hanger associates, Allison Carroll and Keegan Sorenson. Guests enjoyed lunch, shopping, door prizes, and holiday favors. Cantey Hanger is proud to support the Tarrant County Bar …
Cantey Hanger attorney, Hon. Jason Boatright makes a presentation at the State Bar Appellate Section reception with the Beaumont Court of Appeals. Justice Boatright practices in Cantey Hanger’s Dallas office.
Cantey Hanger congratulates 12 of its lawyers for being named “Top Attorneys for 2019” published by Fort Worth Magazine. They, with their practice areas, are listed below. Robert Aldrich, Civil Law & Litigation Philip Vickers, Civil Law & Litigation Mary Barkley, Commercial Litigation Ralph Duggins, Commercial Litigation Steve Tatum, Commercial Litigation Doug …
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