Michael L Slack

Michael L Slack

January 21, 2020 | Texas Lawyer

Reexamining Boyles: An Argument for Exempting Negligent Infliction of Emotional Distress Claims Against Common Carriers

Since 1993, the Texas Supreme Court's decision in Boyles v. Kerr has held steadfast for the proposition that there is no cause of action in Texas…

By Michael L. Slack

7 minute read

September 04, 2014 | New Jersey Law Journal

Three Things Lawyers Can Learn From Teachers

Like teachers with their students, trial lawyers must understand their audience (the jury) and know how to communicate with them effectively.

By Michael L. Slack

5 minute read

August 11, 2014 | Texas Lawyer

Three Things Lawyers Can Learn From Teachers

Like a teacher, it's a lawyer's job to identify and simplify key, complex elements of the case before speaking to a judge and jury.

By Michael L. Slack

5 minute read

August 06, 2014 | Texas Lawyer

Three Things Lawyers Can Learn From Teachers

Like a teacher, it's a lawyer's job to identify and simplify key, complex elements of the case before speaking to a judge and jury.

By Michael L. Slack

5 minute read

November 25, 2002 | Texas Lawyer

How About Fast-Tracking New Legislation?

While the pharmaceutical industry has seen profits rise as drugs rush to market, public benefit becomes questionable after poorly researched drugs cause permanent damage or even death.

By Michael L. Slack and Mike Davis

5 minute read