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Proving Noneconomic Damages in Texas Wrongful Death Cases After Gregory v. Chohan
A working resource for Texas plaintiff trial lawyers handling wrongful death, survival, and catastrophic personal injury claims. The Law Offices of Colby Lewis, Houston, Texas | Texas state courts | Last reviewed: May 2026 The short answer After Gregory v. Chohan, 670...
How Long Does a Commercial Litigation Case Typically Take in Texas?
When a business dispute escalates to litigation, one of the first questions clients ask is: How long will this take? Unfortunately, there is no one-size-fits-all answer. Commercial litigation cases in Texas can range from a few months to several years, depending on...
National Surge in Shoddy Homebuilding Hits Texas: What Houston Property Owners Need to Know About Large-Scale Construction Defects
Why are lawsuits surging against major homebuilders? According to recent reports, America’s largest production homebuilders—including D.R. Horton, Lennar, and PulteGroup—are facing a massive wave of construction defect lawsuits. Driven by labor shortages and rising...
Advice for New Lawyers: How to Succeed in Your First Years of Practice
By Colby Lewis, Managing Partner, The Law Offices of Colby Lewis New lawyers entering the legal profession face a steep transition from law school to practice. The skills that earned high grades in law school, including exam writing, abstract legal analysis, and...
015: Legal Care Meets Physical Recovery: A Chat with Dr. Shinel Dcunha
Episode Summary In Episode 15 of the Hold My Briefcase podcast, Houston personal injury attorney Colby Lewis sits down with Dr. Shinel Dcunha, founder of Rhythm Rehab Chiropractic. In catastrophic injury claims, getting your physical body right is just as vital as...
014: Litigating Barney Purple Polka Dots: Real Talk with Attorney Mark P. Yablon
Avoiding Probate & Winning Commercial Disputes: Real Talk with Mark Yablon Episode Summary In Episode 14 of the Hold My Briefcase podcast, Houston trial lawyer Colby Lewis brings on former journalist, financial advisor, and current managing attorney Mark P. Yablon...
013: What Every Business Owner Needs to Hear (But Usually Doesn’t)
Episode Summary In Episode 13 of the Hold My Briefcase podcast, Houston trial lawyer Colby Lewis invites trusted colleague Victoria "Vika" Philipoff to the studio to discuss the hidden legal landmines inside modern businesses. Transitioning from a decade of aggressive...
012: Lewis And Clark Take On Probate: A Wild Legal Journey
Episode Summary In Episode 12 of the Hold My Briefcase podcast, Houston trial lawyer Colby Lewis sits down with guest attorney Clark Martin of the Martin Law Firm to demystify the Texas probate process. Nearly 70% of Americans completely avoid estate planning due to a...
011: The Legal System is Rigged
Episode Summary In Episode 11 of the Hold My Briefcase podcast, Houston personal injury attorney Colby Lewis delivers an unfiltered look at why the Texas civil justice system feels rigged against the average citizen. Attorney Lewis unpacks the structural hierarchy of...
010: Discovery Demystified
Episode Summary In Episode 10 of the Hold My Briefcase podcast, Houston managing attorney Colby Lewis pulls the curtain back on the most critical phase of civil litigation: the discovery process. When you file a lawsuit against a corporation or insurance company, you...
009: Is Mediation Right for You? Breaking Down the Texas Lawsuit Process
Episode Summary In Episode 9 of the Hold My Briefcase podcast, Houston managing personal injury attorney Colby Lewis delivers a comprehensive guide to mediation and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) in Texas civil lawsuits. This solo episode breaks down the core...
008: The Blueprint to Protecting Yourself from Construction Defects
Episode Summary In Episode 8 of the Hold My Briefcase podcast, Houston commercial litigation attorney Colby Lewis outlines how building owners can safeguard their investments from negligent contractors. Drawing from his extensive experience focusing exclusively on...
007: The Hidden Pain Points of Dealing With Insurance Companies After an Accident
Episode Summary In Episode 7 of the Hold My Briefcase podcast, Houston managing personal injury attorney Colby Lewis uncovers the institutional friction points unrepresented victims encounter when dealing with insurance companies after an accident. From vehicle...
006: Understanding Damages: What Texas Law Says About Compensation
Episode Summary In Episode 6 of the Hold My Briefcase podcast, Houston personal injury lawyer Colby Lewis uncovers the mechanisms of recovering economic damages under modern Texas law. As insurance lobbyists and conservative legislative changes make it increasingly...
005: Winning the Negotiation Game: How to Avoid Critical Pitfalls
Episode Summary In Episode 5 of the Hold My Briefcase podcast, Houston trial lawyer Colby Lewis breaks down elite legal negotiation tactics to help young attorneys and everyday citizens avoid psychological manipulation. Whether negotiating a complex legal settlement...
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