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Texas MRFs, Communities Join Forces to Bag the Bag
2015-06-18 09:11:00| Waste Age
If you cant beat it, bag it. At least thats what two MRFs in the Lone Star State are attempting to do to tackle enemy No. 1the ubiquitous single-use plastic bag which relentlessly contaminates the recycling stream and tangles around equipment requiring maintenance and downtime. read more
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Texas workers' comp ruling is two-edged sword for employers
2015-06-18 09:10:15| Grocery - Topix.net
Workers at thousands of Texas businesses who are seriously injured on the job may find it harder to sue their employers for damages after an accident. The Supreme Court of Texas, in a potentially precedent-setting decision issued last week, slammed the courthouse door on damages for many employees hurt while working in hazardous situations.
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Texas Becomes First State to Ban Fracking Bans
2015-06-18 01:07:48| Oil & Gas - Topix.net
On May 18, 2015, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 40 into law, putting restrictions on the ability of municipalities to regulate the oil and gas industry in their jurisdictions. Because the bill passed both the Texas House and Senate with more than a two-thirds majority, it went into effect immediately.
Texas Operator Pushes Back on Seismic Claims at Railroad Commission Hearing
2015-06-16 22:17:47| Oil & Gas - Topix.net
Earlier this week, the Texas Railroad Commission held its first "show cause" hearing under the rule amendments adopted last October to address issues related to disposal wells located in potential high-risk seismic areas. Under the amendments, the Railroad Commission has the authority to modify, suspend, or terminate a disposal well permit if it is determined that a disposal well is likely to be or determined to be contributing to seismic activity.
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Eastern District of Texas branches out
2015-06-16 12:25:24| Railroads - Topix.net
Marshall, Texas, famed as patent plaintiffs' forum of choice, returns a $663 million False Claims Act verdict against Trinity Industries in guardrail supply case [ Insurance Journal ; earlier on the unique qualities of the Eastern District of Texas , earlier on the Trinity litigation here and here ] And more Marshall fun: Texas patent holding company files 49 lawsuits in a week, isn't listed on own office building's directory [ Legal NewsLine ]
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