@citizenptnewstx.bsky.socialWaco residents are rallying for safe-haven "baby boxes" to protect vulnerable newborns, with passionate pleas from advocates and local leaders highlighting the urgent need for child safety measures.
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@citizenptnewstx.bsky.socialA Texas court is being challenged to uphold the plain language of insurance policies, rejecting the notion that workers' compensation fictions can redefine the term "employee" in coverage agreements.
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@citizenptnewstx.bsky.socialIn a pivotal court case, Exxon's claims could be squashed as counsel argues that insurance exclusions explicitly rule out coverage for tort payments.
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@citizenptnewstx.bsky.socialThe Texas Supreme Court is poised to decide if the phrase "other law" in the Public Information Act allows schools to keep reports confidential under attorney-client privilege.
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@citizenptnewstx.bsky.socialTexas justices are diving deep into the complexities of jurisdictional rules as they weigh LCRA's lawsuit against strict deadlines and procedural fairness.
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@citizenptnewstx.bsky.socialA fierce debate unfolds over whether new regulations strip teachers of their grievance rights, with serious implications for their job security across Texas schools.
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@citizenptnewstx.bsky.socialThe Texas State Teachers Association faces tough questions from justices about their standing to challenge a controversial TEA regulation that could impact educators statewide.
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@citizenptnewstx.bsky.socialThe Texas justices are diving deep into a contentious debate over whether the commissioner's rulemaking power is too broad or just right—who will come out on top?
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@citizenptnewstx.bsky.socialIn a heated court battle, advocates argue that Texas oil's local presence makes it taxable, challenging claims of export exemptions—what will the judge decide?
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@citizenptnewstx.bsky.socialA Texas counsel argues that the state's Tort Claims Act limits liability to hazards strictly found on roads and sidewalks, challenging the court's interpretation of "special defects."
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@citizenptnewstx.bsky.socialIn a pivotal court case, counsel argues that crucial contracts and bills of lading prove the crude oil was locked in an export stream—could this change the game for foreign trade exemptions?
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@citizenptnewstx.bsky.socialThe Texas Supreme Court is poised to clarify a pivotal legal question: can the nuances of off-surface hazards coexist with strict statutory language governing public pathways?
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@citizenptnewstx.bsky.socialThe Texas Supreme Court is diving deep into the complex world of insurance policy interpretations, debating whether ExxonMobil's coverage should include tort settlements involving subcontractor employees.
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@citizenptnewstx.bsky.socialA Texas Supreme Court petition could redefine transparency by allowing the release of non-legal factual reports while still protecting attorney privileges.
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@citizenptnewstx.bsky.socialThe Supreme Court of Texas is diving deep into a controversial ruling that may grant charter schools unprecedented power over teacher assignments in struggling districts.
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@citizenptnewstx.bsky.socialThe Texas Supreme Court is debating whether off-road hazards like a storm drain can be deemed 'special defects' under state law, which could reshape liability for dangerous conditions.
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@citizenptnewstx.bsky.socialHighland Park ISD argues that legal privilege protects a crucial report from disclosure, citing longstanding legal precedents to bolster their case.
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@citizenptnewstx.bsky.socialThe Texas Supreme Court is poised to decide a pivotal groundwater dispute that could reshape access to water resources in Central Texas—do the APA rules extend beyond initial hearings?
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@citizenptnewstx.bsky.socialThe Texas Supreme Court is grappling with a pivotal question: Is crude oil in local tank farms exempt from property tax under the Constitution's import-export clause?
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@citizenptnewstx.bsky.socialIn a high-stakes legal showdown, the Texas court grapples with pivotal precedents that could redefine public records and export taxes, igniting fierce debate among attorneys.
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