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TLR Advocate September 2019

Leadership Matters
Meeting Texas’ Challenges Head On
An Active, Productive Session for Civil Justice
Strong Legislative Leaders Produce a Successful Session
The Leadership Behind Texas’ 2019 Legal Reforms
2019’s Dynamic Civil Justice Agenda
Priority Bills
Consensus Building is the Heart of TLR’s Legislative Advocacy
Going to the Dogs
Supported Bills

TLR Advocate April 2019

A Comprehensive Plan for Selecting Qualified, Nonpartisan Texas Judges
Taxpayer Protection in Attorney Contracting
Additional Bills TLR is Supporting
The 2019 State of the Judiciary
Analyzing the Texas Citizens’ Participation Act
Forum Considerations Should Lead Companies to Texas
Honoring Mary Tipps

TLR Advocate February 2019

Disorder in the Courts
A Fresh Start for the 86th Legislature
Remembering Bob McNair and Bud Shivers
On Our Radar in the 86th Legislative Session
Storm-Chasing Lawyers: Where Are They Now?
Please Welcome the Newest TLR Team Member
National Reports Shed Light on Texas’ Legal System
Honoring Texas Legends

TLR Advocate Fall 2018

You Have the Power to Make a Lasting Impact
A Warning Signal to Texas: When Tort Reform Fails
Attracting the Best and Brightest Judges in Texas
A Tribute to Texas Congressman Ted Poe
The Good News and Bad News About Climate Change Lawsuits
Storm-Chasing Lawyer Gets Jail Time for Fraud
Tort Reform Continues to Move Texans

TLR Advocate Spring 2018

25 More Years
Introducing the Newest Member of the TLR Team
TLR’s Newest Board Members
HB 1774: Where Are We Now?
Storm-Chasing Lawyers Showed their True Colors in the Face of the Storm
The “Fake” Lawsuit Epidemic
Like Tobacco?
The Supreme Court of Texas Takes on Access to Justice
A Nod to the Past and Step into the Future

TLR Advocate: August 2017

A Successful Session for Civil Justice
Protecting Texas Families and Businesses
Smart Lawsuit Reforms Continue to Deliver
The Leadership Behind the Fight to Stop Storm-Chasing Lawyers
House Bill 1774: The Basics
Enacting Good Public Policy for a Better Texas
The Legislation to End Abusive Weather-Related Litigation Garnered Enormous Support
TLR Day in the 85th Legislature
TLR Foundation Addresses Important Issues
Anatomy of a Session
Puppy Paws and Makin’ Laws

TLR Advocate: March 2017

A Future We Can Be Proud Of
Bamboozled — The Victims of Hailstorm Lawsuit Abuse
U.S. District Judge Calls It Like It Is
What The Hail Is Going On In Texas?
After Enactment of SB 10 and HB 1774, Texas Policyholders Will Maintain a Wide Array of Remedies Against Insurance Carriers
Lawsuit Reform Warriors
Parachuting Plaintiff Lawyers: Proof of Lawsuit Abuse
The Loss of a Wonderful Friend and Colleague

TLR Advocate: January 2017

Finally, A Common Goal?
Breaking the Mass-Litigation Model: TLR’s 2017 Legislative Proposal
Storm-Chasing Lawyers Hurt Real People
The Cobra Effect
Texans Have Extraordinary Remedies Against Their Insurers
Discouraging Strife in Society
Leadership Spotlight

TLR Advocate: October 2016

Texas’ Leading Lawsuit Abuse
Keeping Up the Fight Against Lawsuit Abuse, Today and in the Future
The Team Behind the Mission
ADA Litigation: Is California Coming to Texas?

TLR Advocate: Summer 2015

A Serious Lawsuit Abuse Goes Unchecked
TLR-Backed-Reforms Strengthen Civil Justice System
Plaintiff Lawyer Profiteering Undermines Respect for the Law
Working to Pass Good Legislation and to Stop Bad Legislation
The Storm-Chasing Trial Lawyers’ Misinformation Campaign
Legislation to Curb Hail Litigation Abuses Sets Predicate for Future Action
In Memory

TLR Advocate: Spring 2015

What The Hail Is Going On In Texas?
Storm Chasers: The Latest Wave Of Ambulance Chasers
Proposed Legislation Filed to Address the Storm Chasing Lawsuit Crisis

TLR Advocate: February 2015

A Corruption of the Rule of Law
U.S. Judge Reveals Pattern of Deception by Asbestos Plaintiff Lawyers
Giants of Tort Reform Moving On

TLR Advocate: Summer 2014

Plaintiff Trial Lawyers Attempt to Distort Role of Judges and Juries
TLR CEO Dick Weekley Honored for Public Policy Accomplishments
Freedom & Prosperity for All
Who Opposes Tort Reform?
Jury Trials Declining for Reasons Unrelated to Tort Reform
Texas Supreme Court Ends Junk Science and Draws Political Challenge from Plaintiffs’ Lawyers

TLR Advocate: Summer 2013

Governor Perry: The Most Effective Tort Reformer in Our Nation’s History
A Virtuous Man, My Friend and Mentor
Reflections on Leo Linbeck, Jr.
Leo Linbeck, Jr. in the Houston Chronicle
Eulogy for Leo Linbeck, Jr.
83rd Legislative Wrap Up
HB 1325: Another Step Toward Ending Abusive Asbestos Litigation
Working for a Better Civil Justice System: TLR Monitors Hundreds of Bills Each Session
Maritime Venue Reform Bill Helps Texas Ports Thrive

TLR Advocate: Bob Perry – A Gentle Soul, A Patriot, A Courageous Warrior

A Gentle Soul, A Patriot, A Courageous Warrior
Bob Perry: A Servant Leader
One of The Most Influential Texans of His Time
Texas Leaders Speak Out on Bob Perry

TLR Advocate: Winter 2013

Reflections
Prop 12: Ten Years Later
A Doctor’s Story
Battle for Tort Reform
TLR Supports Higher Compensation For Texas Judges
Possible Civil Justice Issues
Texas Senate Adds Five Strong Advocates of Lawsuit Reform
Texas Tort Reforms are National Model
Two New Justices Join Texas Supreme Court

TLR Advocate: September 2011

Sixteen Years of Civil Justice Reform
“Loser Pays” Will Help Keep Texas a Winner by Gov. Rick Perry
Tort Reform a Texas Priority by Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst
Bill Fights Hidden Tax of Lawsuit Abuse by Speaker Joe Straus
Anti-Barratry Bill Seeks to Deter “Ambulance Chasing”
HB 274: Streamlined procedures and Reduced Costs
Perry’s Leadership on Tort Reform
Legislative Changes to TWIA will Benefit All Texans
Building on Texas’ Lawsuit Reforms
TLR Salutes Texas State Rep. Jim Jackson

2011 Legislative Agenda

Civil Justice Reform in Austin
Omnibus Tort Bills
Statutes of Limitation
Future TWIA Claims
Bills Supported by TLR

TLR Advocate: Summer 2010

Solving Problems In A Civil Society
Why I Support TLR
My Recent Experience on a Jury
Interim Hearing Sheds Light on Mesothelioma Litigation
An Interview with Bill Edwards
Liability Protections Absent from Federal Health Care Bill
New York’s Medical Emergency: The Need for Lawsuit Reform
TLR Salutes Beverly Kishpaugh on a Job Well Done

TLR Advocate: December 2009

A Voluntary Association
Robin Shivers
Weekley Speaks at SMU
A Matter of Ethics
Contingency Fees
Covert Operations
Around the State

TLR Advocate: July 2009

CEO Message
Perry Vetoes Bad Bills
Just Civil Justice System
Mesothelioma Causation Bill
Entergy Bill
Paid or Incurred Bill
Barratry Legislation Gutted
TLR Honor Roll
Fleming Foods Veto

TLR Advocate: March 2009

Lawsuit Reform: The Quest Never Ends
Rios Ybarra and Shelton Bring Healthcare Expertise to Texas Legislature
Meet Texas House Speaker Joe Straus
Thank You Tom Craddick
81st Legislature: Civil Justice Priorities
Mary Tipps Named New TLR Executive Director
TLR Around the State
Rep. Linda Harper-Brown Receives TLR’s Civil Justice Leadership Award

TLR Advocate: Summer 2008

In Memoriam
Malicious Lawsuits
Lawsuit Reform Boosts Texas’ Economy
Claude Ducloux
TLR’s Houston Office
Around The State

TLR Advocate: March 2008

Law and Ethics
Lawyer Will Plead Guilty in Kickback Scheme
Exposing the Truth Behind Silicosis
Mexico Lawsuits Evoked Discontent
The Trial Bar on Trial
Setting the Bar for Corruption
Power Broker is Indicted: 7 Counts
The Pursuit of Justice, or Money?
Lawyer Told to Fork Over More Cash
Public Left in Dark on Accused Attorneys

TLR Advocate: Summer 2007

Seventh Session & Counting
Fight for Maritime Industry
Buzbee’s Comments
Venue Choices
How HB 1602 Became Law
Special Thanks
Eternal Vigilance
Texas FDA Defense Upheld
Defense Strategy Aids Reform
TLR Day

TLR Advocate: February 2007

Improving Effectiveness
Dredgers in Texas
Court Reorganization
Why Should We Care?
Enhancing the Jury Process

TLR Advocate: December 2006

Treat Jurors Respectfully
TLR Around the State & USA
Speakers Bureau
Proportionate Responsibility
Jury Selection
Justice Nathan Hecht

TLR Advocate: June 2006

Restoring Integrity in Juries
TLR Staff Changes
U.S. Tort Index
TLR Around the State
Hyundai Decision
Proposition 12

TLR Advocate: November 2005

Strengthening Texas Courts
Alan Waldrop Sworn In
New Supreme Court Justice
TLR’s Chief Strategist
TLR Around the State
Multi-District Litigation

TLR Advocate: June 2005

Senate Bill 15
Passage of HB 755
TLR Day 2005
Kishpaugh Honored
Legislative Monitoring
New Supreme Court Justice
A Profile in Citizenship
Permissive Appeal

TLR Advocate: January 2005

Fair Solution Proposed
Amicus Curiae Brief
TLR’s Administrative Staff
TLR’s Broad Range of Activity
Medina to State’s High Court
Legislative Advocacy Team
Around the State