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Notice of Appeal Deadlines in a Pandemic – SA Lawyer Article by Justice Watkins
For the current issue of the San Antonio Bar Association’s publication San Antonio Lawyer, Justice Beth Watkins published an article on...
Michael Ritter
Jun 6, 20211 min read


The 4th Court rules that changing the vinyl on a billboard sign doesn’t constitute a “mo
At issue in this appeal was whether changing the vinyl on a billboard sign constitutes a “modification” to a real property improvement...
Michael Ritter
Jun 2, 20211 min read


The 4th Court declines to rule that “hot taps” performed on gas pipelines are not inhere
In an oil & gas case, the 4th Court declined to hold that “hot tapping” (a procedure by which a machine is used to cut into a gas...
Michael Ritter
Jun 2, 20211 min read


SPLIT DECISIONS – CRIMINAL LAW – CHILD PORNOGRAPHY: Romo v. State, 04-19-00772-CR
In a criminal case, the 4th Court held there was insufficient evidence to support a conviction for possession of child pornography. The...
Michael Ritter
Jun 2, 20211 min read


SPLIT DECISIONS – COMMERCIAL LITIGATION – APPARENT AUTHORITY: San Antonio Federal Credit Union v. Ca
In a commercial litigation case, the 4th Court affirmed a judgment rendered after a jury trial when, before trial, the trial court...
Michael Ritter
Jun 2, 20211 min read


4th Court’s May 2021 Cases – 35 Civil, 19 Criminal
In May 2021, the 4th Court issued opinions in 35 civil cases and 19 criminal cases. To see the full list of issued opinions or to read...
Michael Ritter
Jun 2, 20211 min read