Texas oil and gas well operators can receive protection from threatened liens *

USA - July 16 2012
Protection is now available for oil and gas well operators subject to threatened liens by drilling contractors’ subcontractors.

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New guidelines encourage biodiesel production in Texas *

USA - May 18 2012
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has introduced new state guidelines which allow for biodiesel to be blended at any ratio into any compliant fuel.

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Texas legislature now requires award of attorney fees and costs to prevailing lien holders *

USA - March 9 2012
While historically there have been specific remedies available to parties who have perfected their lien rights on property, it can be time consuming and expensive for parties to pursue those remedies and further their rights under the law. 

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Pipeline safety bill signed into law *

USA - February 27 2012
On January 3, 2012, President Obama signed into law a pipeline safety bill that gained momentum after a string of high-profile incidents in 2010. 

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New construction anti-indemnity laws now in effect *

USA - January 16 2012
The Texas legislature recently passed new anti-indemnity and anti-additional insured legislation that will bring significant changes to the construction industry.

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