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The following is an article from one of my firm's partners, Spencer P. Browne:

A tragic fiery collision occurred today, June 24, 2009 in Carrollton, Texas on southbound I-35E near President George Bush Turnpike.  According to television and Dallas Morning News reports, an 18-wheeler struck two cars that were parked on the shoulder. The big rig then struck a cement barrier, overturned and burst into flames. As the cab exploded and the fiery crash continued, another trucker helped the driver of one of the parked cars out, but reports have indicated that one woman, who was in one of the parked cars, died from her injuries. It has been reported that she was only 65. The truck driver is said to be still in the hospital.

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Over the weekend, Dallas Morning News contributor, Mercedes Olivera wrote a short piece on my new book, Hispanic Heresy. I’ve been fortunate to garner national attention regarding the issues put forth in my book and I’m pleased to see local media covering an issue that impacts Dallas as largely as any city in the nation. If you haven’t read my book yet, I encourage you to pick it up and I’d be happy to discuss any questions you have.

Lawyer makes case against immigrant myths
By MERCEDES OLIVERA / The Dallas Morning News
10:53 AM CDT on Sunday, April 26, 2009

While politicians may debate the merits of immigration reform, many economists and researchers have already made up their minds: Immigrants contribute far more to the U.S. economy than they take.

It's a view expressed most recently in the book – Hispanic Heresy: What Is the Impact of America's Largest Population of Immigrants? –released in January and written by a Dallas lawyer and two Texas Tech University business professors.

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As I mentioned in an entry last week, I recently chaired the Dallas Hispanic PAC meeting where many Dallas City Council candidates explained their positions and asked for our support. You can see the full list of candidates we’re supporting on my 4/21 blog entry but I’d like to take a moment to elaborate on the Dallas Hispanic PAC’s choice for City Council, District 13 – Ann Margolin.

I have personally met with Ann on several occasions and have known of her community involvement and work in and around Dallas. I thoroughly believe she will be a wonderful addition to the City Council and will be well respected among her colleagues and peers.

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I chaired the Hispanic Political Action Committee meeting last Thursday, where several Dallas City Council candidates sat on the hot seat and explained to us why we should support them. The following are the organization's choices for endorsement:
 
Incumbents:
Steve Salazar, District 6
Pauline Medrano, District 2
Dwaine Caraway, District 4
Shefie Kadane, District 9
Jerry R. Allen, District 10

New Candidates:
Delia Jasso, District 1
Casey Thomas, District 3
Don Parish, District 7

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At some point Johnson & Johnson, ALZA Corp., Janssen Pharmaceutica, Sandoz, Mylan, and Watson will come to their senses and stop prescribing these death patches.

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2 years after student's death, SMU bans fraternity from holding parties
By SAMANTHA URBAN / The Dallas Morning News
Tuesday, April 7, 2009

Two years after an SMU student died from an overdose at the Sigma Alpha Epsilon house, the university has acknowledged that drug use at the fraternity was not limited to that isolated incident and issued SAE a $5,000 fine.

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I proudly support the United Way, and hope that you might do so as well. The Dallas/Fort Worth area United Way is seeking volunteers to help low-income families receive their maximum tax refund possible. This tax-refund program can amount to an average of $2,000 per family, which is a tremendous help in these tough economic times.

If you're interested in volunteering, please visit their website at www.unitedwaydallas.org/eks. My best to you and your family this holiday season, and thank you for your support of this worthy cause.

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The Dallas Hispanic Bar Association will award a dozen Latino students attending various Texas law schools between $1,500 and $2,000 at its annual scholarship fundraising banquet to be held on September 17 at the Belo Mansion.  I am deeply honored to be among the list of individuals for whom these scholarships will be named after.

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I am honored to be named by the Texas Diversity Council as a winner of the 2008 DiversityFIRSTTM Award.  The purpose of this award is to "recognize and celebrate outstanding accomplishments and sustained commitment by an Individual, Community Organization, Business, Corporation and/or Non-Profit Group in the area of promoting appreciation for diversity, inclusion, and cultural understanding in the workplace that fits within the stated purposes and reflects the goals and/or mission of the Texas Diversity Council." Continue Reading...

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Angel Reyes has been recognized as an emerging Hispanic leader in Dallas.  The article below is from the Spanish language version of the Dallas Morning News, Al Dia. Continue Reading...

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The Dallas City Council’s Trinity River committee is looking to rename Industrial Boulevard.  César Chávez, an altruistic farm worker is on the short list of names.  As I said in an article from the May 24, 2008 edition of the Dallas Morning News, in eight years, the Dallas Hispanic population will become the majority.  It would be an honor to the Hispanic community to rename Industrial Boulevard after Mr. Chávez. Continue Reading...

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The United Way is an incredible organization, and I'm honored to announce my recent election as a member of the United Way of Metropolitan Dallas Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2008. Continue Reading...

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I’ve always felt that it’s not enough just to live and work in a city, that we all have a responsibility to get involved and do things for the greater good. That’s why I’ve been proud to work with organizations such as the Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, the Dallas Hispanic Bar Association and other such groups. And it’s why I’m honored that last week, the Dallas City Council appointed me to serve a two-year term on the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Board of Directors (official DART posting linked here.) DART plays a fundamental role in helping Dallas and the surrounding communities work better. I look forward to doing my part to help DART be the modern, flexible and accessible transportation system we all want and need. Continue Reading...

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For years my law firm has battled TXI Corp over its safety policies. In fact, my firm Heygood, Orr, Reyes, Pearson & Bartolomei achieved a $24 miilion jury verdict against TXI for the wrongful death of a man killed in an explosion at a TXI facility in Midlothian, Texas. Well, TXI is at it again.  Just yesterday, on Highway 183 in Irving, Texas, a woman was killed and 3 people were hurt when a TXI cement truck veered out of control and crushed Maria Angelica Gamez, killing her instantly and trapping a 5-year-old girl in the crushed SUV for hours.

The TXI driver, Edward Magallon, was taken to Parkland Hospital in serious condition.

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Here’s another look at Tim O'Hare and an update to my December 2006, article entitled "What's the Matter with Farmers Branch?"

Well, it has finally come to pass, Tim O'Hare of Farmers Branch is throwing his hat in the ring for Mayor of Farmers Branch.  Some readers will recall that I spoke to O'Hare several years ago when he wanted to refer a bunch of low value auto accident and dog bite cases to my office.  We turned the cases away, not because we didn't like O'Hare, but because we thought the cases were simply too small for our law firm to handle.  Frankly, the cases were ones no lawyer had any business working on.  You know…the kind of cases that give lawyers a bad name, as in “ambulance chasers.” During that meeting, O'Hare told me he wanted to run for Farmers Branch City Council, get elected, serve two terms, and then get elected Mayor of Farmers Branch.  His ambition and grandiosity that day were on full display.  So far, he's right on track.  
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Last Saturday night TexVac hosted its second annual Rayburn Johnson dinner at the Westin Galleria Hotel. The guys who put together TexVac have done a tremendous job of helping shepherd in a new Democratic feel to Texas politics and especially, local area Dallas politics. I watched in amazement as 51 newly elected Dallas County Democrats took the stage during the event. I couldn't help but wonder, how did we get to this night? Continue Reading...

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I thought I was going to stay out of the fray up in Farmers Branch, Texas, but I just can't do it anymore.  First, let me give you some background.  I know Tim O'Hare.  Months ago, Tim O'Hare came to my law office at my request and we met for lunch. 

You see, Tim O'Hare and I have one thing in common.  We have both represented injured undocumented aliens, mostly Mexicans.  My firm has also represented plenty of El Salvadorans, Hondurans, Guatemalans, Costa Ricans, Columbians, Venezuelans, Brazilians, Argentineans, Bolivians, Peruvians, and Ecuadorians. Continue Reading...

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With Victory boards in place, city set to weigh massive arena proposal

11:33 PM CST on Tuesday, November 14, 2006
By DAVE LEVINTHAL / The Dallas Morning News

A massive video board that the Dallas Stars, Dallas Mavericks and American Airlines Center operators want to affix to the arena's southern face has an influential neighbor plenty upset. Continue Reading...

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There was an earthquake on Tuesday, November 7th  in Dallas County.  I wonder how far away it was felt?  Since moving here in 1992, I think there have been perhaps two Democratic Judges to sit on the Dallas County Civil Court benches.  As a member of the Dallas Trial Lawyers Association, and former member of its Board, I recall having many discussions with fellow members about which Republican we should back as the lesser of two evils.  The members of the organization had no choice in the matter because prior to two years ago and this year, the election cycle typically did not have a Democrat on the ballot! Continue Reading...

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