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The Fifth Circuit Further Clarifies Service Contract and Insurance Interplay Under Texas Law

The Energy Law

Ironshore Specialty Insurance Co. On June 10, 2015, the Fifth Circuit further addressed this area of contract and insurance interplay with its decision in Ironshore Specialty Insurance Co. Below are key excerpts from the opinion: Because Basic was “obliged by a written ‘Insured Contract’. Aspen Underwriting Ltd.

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A premises owner can still be a statutory employer in Texas, at least for now

The Energy Law

We hold that the exclusive remedy defense for qualifying general contractors is, likewise, available to premises owners who meet the Act’s definition of “general contractor,” and who also provide workers’ compensation insurance to lower-tier subcontractors’ employees. meets the definition of “general contractor” under the Act, and.

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New Business Courts: Strategic Considerations for Oil and Gas Counsel

Producer's Edge

The Texas Business Courts will potentially impact a wide range of cases, from high-value contract disputes to intricate corporate governance issues. What potential pros and cons may arise from submitting a case to the new Business Courts? How might existing agreements and future contracts be affected by this new forum?

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Oil Spill Liability: OPA 90 v. the IMO’S CLC

The Energy Law

4 However, only ships carrying more than 2,000 tons of oil are required to carry insurance for oil pollution. Similar to OPA 90, vessels required to carry insurance must carry enough to cover their potential liability for an oil spill. 2 Single hulled tankers are not allowed to operate in the U.S.

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