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Graves Dougherty Case Recognized Among 2010’s Top Verdicts

Graves Dougherty client Texas Disposal Systems Landfill, Inc. received a jury verdict and judgment in its suit against Waste Management of Texas, Inc. in November, 2010.  Texas Lawyer recognized the verdict as the state’s largest intentional torts verdict in 2010, and among the top 20 verdicts of all types statewide for the year.

 

Texas Disposal Systems Landfill is represented by Graves Dougherty litigation lawyers Mike McKetta and Jim Hemphill.

May 24, 2011

GDHM welcomes Matt Kutac

Mar 13, 2013READ MORE

Danny Ramon will be named the new president of the Austin LGBT Bar Association

Feb 27, 2013READ MORE

GDHM is proud to support the Texas Film Hall of Fame Awards

Feb 15, 2013READ MORE

Join us for TEDxAustin FearLess!

Feb 01, 2013READ MORE

David Smith comments on possible $29 million endangered species listing

Jan 25, 2013READ MORE

Michelle Alcala Receives Board Certification in Labor and Employment Law

Jan 22, 2013READ MORE

Bill Locke’s article in the ABA, Environmental Transactions and Brownfields Committee newsletter

Jan 17, 2013READ MORE

David Smith on deciding between two green priorities — endangered species and wind power

Jan 14, 2013READ MORE

Danny Ramon selected for Leadership Academy

Dec 10, 2012READ MORE

GDHM named Go-To Law Firm for Intellectual Property Litigation

Dec 05, 2012READ MORE

Congratulations to Mary Nichols on receiving a Magna Stella Award

Nov 26, 2012READ MORE

Cecile Richards acknowledges Graves Dougherty at the Choice for Generations Dinner

Nov 16, 2012READ MORE

Brian Cumings recognized at UT’s annual Bankruptcy Conference

Nov 09, 2012READ MORE

Tom Mason to discuss what the election results mean for water issues in next Legislature

Nov 07, 2012READ MORE

Texas Supreme Court issues favorable ruling for firm client, further strengthens Texas Workers Comp

Oct 26, 2012READ MORE

Cliff Ernst Named Chair of the Board of Trustees for the Long Center for Performing Arts

Oct 26, 2012READ MORE

Council approves six story development at Riverside RunTex site

Oct 23, 2012READ MORE

GDHM Welcomes Brian T. Cumings

Sep 28, 2012READ MORE

Graves Dougherty welcomes Russell Booth to the Estate Planning, Tax & Probate practice

Sep 07, 2012READ MORE

Robin Melvin on Sovereign and Governmental Immunity: When Do They Bar Suit Against State Agencies an

Aug 31, 2012READ MORE

David Smith and Tom Mason present at Texas Lyceum 2012 Water Conference

Aug 09, 2012READ MORE

Michelle Alcala selected for Las Comadres Leadership Program

Jul 27, 2012READ MORE

Bill Locke awarded “Best CLE Paper” at State Bar of Texas Annual Advanced Real Estate Course

Jul 12, 2012READ MORE

GDHM Welcomes the 2012 Summer Law Clerks

Jul 02, 2012READ MORE

GDHM hosting Judge Suzanne Covington Pro Bono Service Award Reception

Jun 26, 2012READ MORE

Texas Supreme Court Decision in Texas Mutual Insurance v. Ruttiger Strengthens Workers’ Comp Law

Jun 22, 2012READ MORE

Mutual Mobile and SAM, Inc. honored by ACG

Jun 15, 2012READ MORE

Jim Hoeffner elected Vice President to the Western District of Texas Bankruptcy Bar

Jun 11, 2012READ MORE

GDHM Welcomes Kerry Ugarte

Jun 01, 2012READ MORE

Judgment for Texas Disposal upheld on appeal

May 22, 2012READ MORE

Top 10 Insurance Tips For Lenders: There’s no such thing as “too careful.”

May 21, 2012READ MORE

GDHM welcomes Nicholas Miller

May 02, 2012READ MORE

Discussions on Texas Supreme Court Decision on Groundwater Ownership

Apr 27, 2012READ MORE

Robin Melvin moderates panel on New Texas Supreme Court Ruling on Groundwater Resources

Apr 23, 2012READ MORE

GDHM Welcomes Andrea Schutz

Apr 23, 2012READ MORE

Patrick Thompson helps client in state licensing dispute

Apr 20, 2012READ MORE

Preliminary injunction motion for hearing set in Planned Parenthood case

Apr 17, 2012READ MORE

Mike McKetta to participate in panel discussion on Sundance Documentary “Hot Coffee”

Apr 05, 2012READ MORE

Ed McHorse to be honored for his work with the homeless in Austin

Mar 27, 2012READ MORE

Clarke Heidrick honored by University Medical Center Brackenridge

Mar 12, 2012READ MORE

Pete Kennedy works with client on security issues spurred by unauthorized changes

Feb 27, 2012READ MORE

Tom Mason comments on Supreme Court’s Groundwater decision

Feb 24, 2012READ MORE

Chris Elliott moderates panel on Ethical Implications of Developments in Human Memory

Feb 23, 2012READ MORE

GDHM Partners with Austin Gives

Feb 15, 2012READ MORE

Tribute to Mike McKetta, Austin Bar Association 2012 Distinguished Lawyer

Feb 06, 2012READ MORE

Clarke Heidrick answers questions about Central Texas healthcare and transportation issues

Feb 03, 2012READ MORE

Mike McKetta honored as Distinguished Lawyer

Jan 30, 2012READ MORE

Texas Supreme Court Rules in Worker’s Comp Case Regarding Temporary Employees

Jan 27, 2012READ MORE

Chris Elliott comments on lingering issues surrounding Guantanamo Bay, Cuba prison

Jan 16, 2012READ MORE

Helen Foster speaking at Water Rights conference

Jan 06, 2012READ MORE

Tom Mason comments on the 2012 State Water Plan

Jan 04, 2012READ MORE

GDHM welcomes David Smith

Jan 03, 2012READ MORE

Jim Hemphill remarks on Texas Disposal’s challenge to the City

Dec 30, 2011READ MORE

GDHM Clients Prevail in Beer Lawsuit

Dec 29, 2011READ MORE

Clarke Heidrick next chairman of the Austin Chamber of Commerce

Dec 08, 2011READ MORE

GDHM Shareholder Jim Hoeffner Displays Photography

Dec 07, 2011READ MORE

GDHM WELCOMES TOM MASON

Nov 30, 2011READ MORE

Pete Kennedy to speak on First Amendment beer case

Nov 28, 2011READ MORE

Tom Mason, Former General Manager of the LCRA, to join GDHM

Nov 15, 2011READ MORE

GDHM recognized at Texas Appleseed dinner

Nov 08, 2011READ MORE

GDHM clients challenge beer laws

Oct 25, 2011READ MORE

Susan Burton to speak at AHRMA

Oct 17, 2011READ MORE

Mike McKetta selected as Distinguished Lawyer

Oct 04, 2011READ MORE

Celebrating sixty-five years of service

Oct 03, 2011READ MORE

Another successful Engaging Conversations event

Sep 26, 2011READ MORE

Texas Supreme Court issues major decision recognizing the importance of state’s Workers’ Comp Law

Aug 31, 2011READ MORE

Mary Keeney named Appellate Lawyer of the Week by Texas Lawyer

Aug 29, 2011READ MORE

GDHM welcomes Lauren D. Damen to regulatory section

Aug 19, 2011READ MORE

Austin Court of Appeals recognizes vested private property rights

Aug 18, 2011READ MORE

2011 Engaging Conversations Table Host Line-up is announced

Aug 10, 2011READ MORE

MALDEF wins judgment in case regarding state-issued identification for legal immigrants

Jul 28, 2011READ MORE

Major telecommunications carrier wins summary judgment in federal court

Jul 25, 2011READ MORE

GDHM gets dismissal of breach of fiduciary duty case

Jul 22, 2011READ MORE

GDHM named finalist in Chamber of Commerce Awards

Jul 19, 2011READ MORE

GDHM remembers Judge Will Garwood

Jul 18, 2011READ MORE

Andy Martinez to share insights on business opportunities with Mexico

Jul 12, 2011READ MORE

Texas Supreme Court Gives Employers Greater Independence To Enter into Non-Competes

Jul 01, 2011READ MORE

Bob Hearon represents AEP in favorable Texas Supreme Court reversal

Jul 01, 2011READ MORE

GDHM Client Wins Take-Nothing Judgment in United States Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals

Jul 01, 2011READ MORE

GDHM and clients work in tandem to accomplish goals

Jun 27, 2011READ MORE

Employees contribute to help elderly neighbors keep cool this summer

Jun 27, 2011READ MORE

Eric Behrens’ article on Covenants Not to Compete cited in Texas Supreme Court case

Jun 24, 2011READ MORE

Texas Supreme Court agrees to review case involving workers’ compensation for temporary workers

Jun 13, 2011READ MORE

Amarillo Court of Appeals affirms trial court’s denial of a request for class certification

May 27, 2011READ MORE

Graves Dougherty Case Recognized Among 2010’s Top Verdicts

May 24, 2011READ MORE

Graves Dougherty to host Judge Suzanne Covington Pro Bono Service Award Reception

May 22, 2011READ MORE

Bill Locke to present CLE webcast hosted by ALI-ABA and ACREL

May 19, 2011READ MORE

Susan Burton to speak at Austin Human Resource Management Association

May 17, 2011READ MORE

Client Highlight: Stormont Williams Fish Supply Co.

May 15, 2011READ MORE

GDHM supports Zebra Imaging in their ride for charity

Apr 15, 2011READ MORE

Terry Bray honored as ABA Distinguished Lawyer

Jan 31, 2011READ MORE

Susan Burton honored by Volunteer Legal Services

Jan 26, 2011READ MORE

GDHM selected as a recipient of inaugural Dell Pro Bono Law Firm Award

Jan 20, 2011READ MORE

Clarke Heidrick selected as Chairman-Elect of Austin Chamber of Commerce for 2011

Dec 07, 2010READ MORE

Ed McHorse Recognized by Austin City Council and Colleagues

Nov 19, 2010READ MORE

Rod Edens and Pete Schenkkan selected as Austin Lawyers of the Year

Nov 02, 2010READ MORE

Pete Kennedy’s recent article on Internet Libel published in State Bar Litigation Section Report

Oct 15, 2010READ MORE

Eric Behren’s recent article on Covenants Not to Compete published in Texas Bar Journal

Oct 15, 2010READ MORE

Andrea Stover selected to participate in Leadership Austin program

Oct 08, 2010READ MORE