Informative Breakfast Exchange with U.S. Congressman Lamar Smith
Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse of Central Texas
Cordially invites you to our
Information Exchange Breakfast
with Special Guest
The Honorable Lamar Smith
United States Congressman
As a senior Member of the Texas Congressional Delegation, Congressman Lamar Smith
has been named one of the 100 most influential people in Washington by the National Journal and one of the nation's top "influencers and innovators" by Fast Company Magazine, which serves the technology industry. In the last Congress, Congressman Smith was selected by his House colleagues as the Ranking Republican Member of the Judiciary Committee.
Topic of Discussion
Washington Update
Congressman Smith will discuss current federal and state issues as well as the impact of lawsuit reform and lawsuit abuse and how they affect Texas.
Thursday, April 1, 2010
8:00 am – 9:00 am
El Arroyo
1624 West 5th
Austin, Texas
Please RSVP by Friday, March 26th to Stephanie Gibson by email: cala@calactx.com or by phone: 512-497-7071.
Contributions are not necessary for attendance but would be most appreciated.
Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse (CALA) of Central Texas is a locally based, non-profit community coalition dedicated to making the public better aware of the cost and consequences of frivolous lawsuits and other abuses of our legal system.
Information Breakfast Exchange
Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse (CALA)
of Central Texas
Cordially invites you to our first Information Exchange Breakfast
with Special Guest
Mr. Bill Hammond
President and Chief Executive Officer, Texas Association of Business
Bill is a former chairman of the Texas Workforce Commission, an appointment by then-Governor George W. Bush. Bill served four terms in the Texas House of Representatives and was a small business owner in Dallas.
Secure your spot today by emailing us!
Topic of Discussion
Arbitration: Will it stay or will it go and how it affects you
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
7:30 am - 8:30 am
El Arroyo
1624 West 5th
Austin, Texas
Please RSVP by Friday, February 5th to Stephanie Gibson by email: cala@calactx.com or by phone: 512-497-7071.
November - Jury Service Awareness Month
An overwhelming number of Texas voters believe that people should be held accountable for ignoring a summons to jury service, and a majority support tougher penalties for individuals who shirk the responsibility, according to a public opinion survey released by Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse (CALA) of Central Texas.
Annual CALA of Central Texas Fundraiser
Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse (CALA) of Central Texas honored Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott and State Representative Todd Hunter during the organization’s highly successful fall fundraiser in October.
“Attorney General Abbott and State Representative Hunter are strong supporters of a civil justice system based on common-sense and fairness,” said Clay McPhail, owner of El Arroyo restaurant and the group’s chairman. “They were both delightful and informative speakers and we were pleased to recognize them for their strong stand in the most recent session against any efforts to roll back reforms or create new ways to sue in Texas.”
Serving as honorary hosts of the event were Governor Rick Perry, Lieutenant Governor David Dewhurst, U.S. Senator John Cornyn, Land Commissioner Jerry Patterson, Agriculture Commissioner Todd Staples as well a host of local members of Congress and the Texas House and Senate. Distinguished and well-respected business leaders, physicians and a Longhorn football coach also supported the event.
“Stopping lawsuit abuse and reining in questionable lawsuits have clearly benefited our state: strengthening our health care system, bolstering our business climate, and creating and retaining jobs,” said Stephanie Gibson, the group’s executive director. “General Abbott and Rep. Hunter understand the importance of these reforms, and they’ve shown that they know this progress is worth protecting. Attorney General Abbott is a passionate defender of tort reform laws and basic constitutional liberties while Chairman Hunter has led the courageous fight for reforms since the 1980s.”
Gibson noted that the group’s annual fundraising reception is an essential part of their work. “The funds we raise from our local supporters allow us to engage in activities that shine a spotlight on lingering abusive legal practices in Texas and their impact on all of us; illustrate the benefits of a fair and reasonable civil justice system; promote the importance of voting for judges who interpret and not make the law; and encourage jury service.”
Lawsuit Abuse Awareness Week
Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse has worked to inform the public of the economic burden caused by frivolouslawsuits and has designated October 5th - 9th as the weeek to increase awareness of this issue. Please join us in our mission encouraging Texans to be personally responsible and mindful of the many benefits of tort reform in maintaing our civil justice system.
"Reform Works" Campaign
The Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse of Central Texas is building a "Reform Works" Campaign to tell the story of how legal reforms here have benefited real Texans and real Texas employers - including hospitals, physician practices and other employers small and large.
Governor Rick Perry Headlines CALA 2008 Annual Event
A record number of supporters attended CALA of Central Texas’ Nov. 5, 2008, reception to show their dedication to ending abusive litigation that threatens Central Texas businesses and working families.
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