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Texas Supreme Court Holds that References to “One-Eighth” in Old Oil and Gas Conveyances Presumptively Refer to the Entire Mineral Estate

The Energy Law

According to the Court, the estate-misconception theory was so prevalent in instruments in and around 1924—the time of the deed at issue—that “courts have taken judicial notice of this widespread phenomenon.” But the history of oil and gas conveyances in Texas shows why this has become such a challenging issue for the state’s judicial branch.

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Whitecap Resources, Veren to combine to form C$15 billion Canadian energy giant

Oil & Gas 360º

. (“Veren”) (TSX: VRN) (NYSE: VRN) are pleased to announce a strategic combination to create a leading light oil and condensate producer with concentrated assets in the Alberta Montney and Duvernay. Under the terms of the Agreement, Veren shareholders will receive 1.05 common shares of Whitecap for each Veren common share held. .”

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Louisiana and Texas COVID-19 Stay-at-Home Orders and Effects on State Courts

The Energy Law

The Order specifically excludes businesses identified as critical to infrastructure, including oil and refining, and manufacturers, distributors, and supply chain companies producing and supplying products and services for industries such as energy, petroleum, and fuel. in-person contact with people who are not in the same household.”