Practice Area

Indemnification Dispute

Texas State Court

Situation — How This Comes Up

My business partner is claiming I have to indemnify them for a loss that was their fault.

What You Need to Know First

Texas courts interpret indemnification clauses strictly and against the indemnitee. An indemnification clause must use clear and unequivocal language to cover a party’s own negligence.

Full Analysis

Indemnification disputes in Texas involve the express negligence doctrine, the fair notice requirement, and strict construction against the party seeking indemnity. These technical rules frequently override what the parties thought they agreed to.

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