The Opening Statement

With the enactment of Chapter 72 of the Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code, defense counsel in commercial vehicle collision cases increasingly move to bifurcate trial proceedings under the statute. But not all such motions are properly grounded in fact or law. In many cases, particularly those not involving commercial motor vehicles (CMVs), such motions may be improper or strategically vague. This article outlines practical objections and legal arguments plaintiff’s counsel can raise to combat these motions effectively.

Police officers—especially uniformed state troopers—are often designated as expert witnesses in civil cases involving motor vehicle collisions. Their testimony can carry immense weight with jurors, who view law enforcement officers as trustworthy public servants. However, courts must not allow that trust to substitute for the legal requirements of reliability, foundation, and relevance.

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As the end of the year approaches, we have taken a look back at our cases for 2024. Our accomplished trial lawyers work relentlessly for our clients, and strive to win the settlements they deserve. These cases are some of the highlights from CvPA’s recently won settlements.

Ever since Ch. 72 bifurcation was passed in Texas, it seems that no one, plaintiff and defense attorney alike, have no idea how it applies, when it applies, and what it applies to. Based on the reading of the statute, it should not apply to non-18 wheeler cases.

An effective cross-examination can wrap up a case quite quickly. When the defense is worried about having their expert stuck, it can move settlement talks and save all the other cases where the defense has the expert retained.