Lawsuit reform has been good for Texas. A recent commentary to the contrary on this page failed to include some very important facts.
The Wall Street Journal called Texas the “lawsuit capital of the world” and 60 Minutes produced a segment entitled, “Justice for Sale” in Texas. Lloyds of London imposed an insurance surcharge on any company that did business in Texas because of the high probability and excessive cost of lawsuits.
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SAN ANTONIO, TX — No state is thriving in the wake of the Great Recession. But compared to the rest of the country, Texas is experiencing something like an economic boom.
ShareWhen it comes to exporting, President Obama wants US to be more like Texas.
While Texas is the #1 exporting state in the country, President Obama looks to increase the country’s exporting jobs. Is he consulting Gov. Perry on how to do it?
ShareJuly 23, 2010- Peggy Venable explains how Texas is the talk of the Americans For Prosperity RightOnline convention in Las Vegas, NV.
ShareGov. Rick Perry today credited Texas’ relatively strong economic climate with helping attract jobs and businesses to the state. The governor spoke at a ribbon cutting for Reyes-Amtex Automotive’s production facility.
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They say everything in Texas is big, and that sure goes for its stature in business. With the biggest point total in the history of our study, Texas posts a big victory as America’s Top State for Business 2010.
ShareStop me if you’ve heard this one before: During a recession, Texas is a much better place to live, work or own a business than California. If you’re a Texan — or if you’ve ever heard a Rick Perry speech — you probably have heard this one before.
ShareInvestors keen to bet on home builders should try a hand of Texas Hold ‘em.
As home builders finally begin turning profits, they still run the risk of being burned by further declines in property values and related write-downs. Even though home prices have begun to settle in some regions, home builders risk getting caught in the weak spots.
Share” The nation is watching Texas, to see if our state-based solutions will triumph over Washington’s expansionist tendencies.” – Governor Rick Perry, July 2, 2010 – Texas Defending the American Dream Summit
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In Case You Missed It…Forbes: If you’re looking for economic opportunity, go to Texas
Forbes listed several Texas cities at the top of its list of “America’s Recovery Capitals,” with Austin securing the top spot overall. “Looking for a place to take advantage of the recovery?” Forbes asks. “Try Texas.”
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