The Dallas Court of Appeals, in an opinion by Chief Justice Carolyn Wright (left), recently held that attorney’s fees awarded in a judgment need not be superseded on appeal. In an opinion last year also by Chief Justice Wright, the Dallas Court held that attorney’s fees awarded in a breach of contract case were not "compensatory damages," and
November 2011
Tip of the Week: Oral Argument Requests in the Dallas COA
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Posted in Appellate Rules
When I don’t want oral argument or don’t think it is necessary, my standard operating procedure has been to (1) put nothing regarding oral argument on the front cover of my brief, and (2) include a Statement Regarding Oral Argument in the brief explaining why it has not been requested but adding a statement that, if the Court…
Is “Man’s Best Friend” Mere Property, or of Special Value
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Posted in Opinions & Judgments
The Fort Worth Court of Appeals has held that a party may recover for the loss of companionship or sentimental value of a dog.
In Medlen v. Strickland, the Medlens’ dog escaped and was picked up by animal control. The animal shelter represented to the Medlens that they would put a "hold" on the…