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August 2024 Newsletter

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This is the first of a three-part series about the USMCA joint review process, focusing on China, Mexico, and competing visions of a “worker-centered” trade policy. Part one introduces the USMCA joint review process and...more

Adams and Reese LLP

Texas Appeals Court Rules in Favor of Adams and Reese Client; Addresses “Best-Efforts” Clause Enforceability

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“Best-efforts” clauses in commercial contracts are not enforceable absent an objectively measurable standard or guideline for determining performance, according to the Court of Appeals for the First District of Texas, which...more

Hicks Johnson

How Do JOA Exculpatory Clauses Work Under Texas Law? Part Two: The Recent Decision in Bachtell Defines “Activities”

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As discussed in part one of this series, a Joint Operating Agreement’s (JOA) exculpatory clause relieves the designated “operator” from liability for certain conduct or activities. But, as explained by the Texas Supreme Court...more

McDermott Will & Emery

Reasonably Prudent Operator or Good and Workmanlike Manner: Does Your Contract Have the Right Standard of Care?

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The standard of care is an important provision in any operating, management or services agreement because it sets forth the expectations of the parties as to how the contract should be carried out. It also functions as the...more

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