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Default Judgment Defense Strategies

Presley & Presley

December Bad Faith Update: No Request for Defense, No Coverage Problem

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With very limited exceptions, liability policies provide insureds with two primary benefits: ­a defense paid for by the insurance carrier and indemnity for covered claims. These benefits to the insured are purchased with...more

Freeman Law

Bills of Review in Texas

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What is a Bill of Review?  A bill of review is an equitable proceeding, seeking to set aside a prior judgment that is no longer subject to challenge by a motion for new trial or appeal...more

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Skilled Lawyering Saves Defendant from Default Judgment in Products Liability Lawsuit

In a products liability lawsuit against the manufacturer and seller, a plaintiff asserted claims of strict products liability, breach of warranty, negligence, gross negligence, and consumer fraud. One defendant filed a...more

Carlton Fields

Family Law: Corporate and Trust Challenges to Service of Process and Jurisdiction

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The president of a corporation, manager of a limited liability company, trustee of a family trust, or principal of another business entity receives a summons in a Florida divorce case. One spouse contends the other’s control,...more

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