Narrative Opinion Summary
ETC Texas Pipeline, LTD. filed a petition for writ of mandamus and an emergency motion to stay a trial court's abatement order from June 22, 2022, in Fayette County. The Texas Court of Appeals, Third District, at Austin, granted the motion in part, temporarily staying the sections of the abatement order that permitted discovery during the abatement. This order was issued on July 8, 2022, and was signed by Chief Justice Byrne and Justices Triana and Smith.
Legal Issues Addressed
Mandamus Relief under Texas Lawsubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The petitioner sought mandamus relief to challenge the trial court's abatement order, specifically addressing the continuation of discovery during the abatement period.
Reasoning: ETC Texas Pipeline, LTD. filed a petition for writ of mandamus and an emergency motion to stay a trial court's abatement order from June 22, 2022, in Fayette County.
Stay of Trial Court Orderssubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The appellate court temporarily stayed certain sections of the trial court’s abatement order, highlighting the appellate court's authority to intervene in ongoing trial court proceedings.
Reasoning: The Texas Court of Appeals, Third District, at Austin, granted the motion in part, temporarily staying the sections of the abatement order that permitted discovery during the abatement.