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theories defense in Texas

7 Texas opinions name it 2 courts 1960–2026 1 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Texas courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (3)

CaseFollowedCited
Marlow v. Stategreen
texapp · 1994 · cited in 1 Texas opinions naming this issue, 2026–2026
1 sentence

2026See id. at 307–08; Okonkwo, 398 S.W.3d at 697 ; Vasquez, 830 S.W.2d at 950 n.3; see also Marlow v. State, 886 S.W.2d 314, 318 (Tex. App.—Houston [1st Dist.] 1994, pet. ref’d) (“The theories of defense to be included in the jury charge generally fall within counsel’s wide latitude to make strategic and tactical decisions . . . .

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Nava, Andres Maldonadogreen
texcrimapp · 2013 · cited in 1 Texas opinions naming this issue, 2026–2026
1 sentence

2026See id. at 307–08; Okonkwo, 398 S.W.3d at 697 ; Vasquez, 830 S.W.2d at 950 n.3; see also Marlow v. State, 886 S.W.2d 314, 318 (Tex. App.—Houston [1st Dist.] 1994, pet. ref’d) (“The theories of defense to be included in the jury charge generally fall within counsel’s wide latitude to make strategic and tactical decisions . . . .

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Meyer v. WMCO-GP, LLCgreen
tex · 2006 · cited in 1 Texas opinions naming this issue, 2017–2017
1 sentence

2017Accordingly, we conclude that the Dargahis did not waive their arguments about agency and equitable estoppel. 9 contains an arbitration provision, but, on the other hand, deny arbitration’s applicability because the defendant is a non-signatory.” Id. at 527 (quoting Meyer v. WMCO-GP, LLC, 211 S.W.3d 302, 305 (Tex. 2006)).

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Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

CaseNegativeCited
No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in Texas. Read the followed side critically anyway.

Also cited on this issue (10)

CaseCitedYears
Vasquez v. State green
texcrimapp · 1992
2 sentences

2026See id. at 307–08; Okonkwo, 398 S.W.3d at 697 ; Vasquez, 830 S.W.2d at 950 n.3; see also Marlow v. State, 886 S.W.2d 314, 318 (Tex. App.—Houston [1st Dist.] 1994, pet. ref’d) (“The theories of defense to be included in the jury charge generally fall within counsel’s wide latitude to make strategic and tactical decisions . . . .

1994Appellant relies upon Vasquez v. State, 830 S.W.2d 948 (Tex.Crim.App.1992), for the proposition that trial counsel was ineffective by failing to request instructions on alternative defenses that were available.

21994–2026
Okonkwo, Chidiebele Gabriel green
texcrimapp · 2013
1 sentence

2026See id. at 307–08; Okonkwo, 398 S.W.3d at 697 ; Vasquez, 830 S.W.2d at 950 n.3; see also Marlow v. State, 886 S.W.2d 314, 318 (Tex. App.—Houston [1st Dist.] 1994, pet. ref’d) (“The theories of defense to be included in the jury charge generally fall within counsel’s wide latitude to make strategic and tactical decisions . . . .

12026–2026
Sylvanus Rene v. State green
texapp · 2012
1 sentence

2018Rene, 376 S.W.3d at 305-06 .

12018–2018
G.T. Leach Builders, LLC v. Sapphire V.P., Lp green
tex · 2015
1 sentence

2017Accordingly, we conclude that the Dargahis did not waive their arguments about agency and equitable estoppel. 9 contains an arbitration provision, but, on the other hand, deny arbitration’s applicability because the defendant is a non-signatory.” Id. at 527 (quoting Meyer v. WMCO-GP, LLC, 211 S.W.3d 302, 305 (Tex. 2006)).

12017–2017
Solomon v. State green
texcrimapp · 2001
1 sentence

2012Id.

12012–2012
State Reserve Life Insurance Co. v. Ives green
texapp · 1976
2 sentences

1987Co. v. Ives, 535 S.W.2d 400 (Tex.Civ.App. — Fort Worth 1976, no writ); Parkview General Hospital, Inc. v. Eppes, 447 S.W.2d 487 (Tex.Civ.App. — Corpus Christi 1969, writ ref'd n.r. e.); and Hankamer v. Sumrall, 257 S.W.2d 827 (Tex.Civ.App. — Beaumont 1953, writ ref’d n.r.e.).

1987Co. v. Ives, 535 S.W.2d 400 (Tex.Civ.App.—Fort Worth 1976, no writ); Parkview General Hospital, Inc. v. Eppes, 447 S.W.2d 487 (Tex.Civ.

11987–1987
Parkview General Hospital, Inc. v. Eppes green
texapp · 1969
2 sentences

1987Co. v. Ives, 535 S.W.2d 400 (Tex.Civ.App. — Fort Worth 1976, no writ); Parkview General Hospital, Inc. v. Eppes, 447 S.W.2d 487 (Tex.Civ.App. — Corpus Christi 1969, writ ref'd n.r. e.); and Hankamer v. Sumrall, 257 S.W.2d 827 (Tex.Civ.App. — Beaumont 1953, writ ref’d n.r.e.).

1987Co. v. Ives, 535 S.W.2d 400 (Tex.Civ.App.—Fort Worth 1976, no writ); Parkview General Hospital, Inc. v. Eppes, 447 S.W.2d 487 (Tex.Civ.

11987–1987
Hankamer v. Sumrall green
texapp · 1953
1 sentence

1987Co. v. Ives, 535 S.W.2d 400 (Tex.Civ.App. — Fort Worth 1976, no writ); Parkview General Hospital, Inc. v. Eppes, 447 S.W.2d 487 (Tex.Civ.App. — Corpus Christi 1969, writ ref'd n.r. e.); and Hankamer v. Sumrall, 257 S.W.2d 827 (Tex.Civ.App. — Beaumont 1953, writ ref’d n.r.e.).

11987–1987
United States Fidelity & Guaranty Co. v. Carr green
texapp · 1951
1 sentence

1960United States Fidelity & Guaranty Co. v. Carr, Tex.Civ.App., 242 S.W.2d 224 ; Stanolind Oil & Gas Co. v. State, 136 Tex. 5 , 145 S.W.2d 569 .

11960–1960
Stanolind Oil & Gas Co. v. State green
tex · 1939
2 sentences

1960United States Fidelity & Guaranty Co. v. Carr, Tex.Civ.App., 242 S.W.2d 224 ; Stanolind Oil & Gas Co. v. State, 136 Tex. 5 , 145 S.W.2d 569 .

1960United States Fidelity & Guaranty Co. v. Carr, Tex.Civ.App., 242 S.W.2d 224 ; Stanolind Oil & Gas Co. v. State, 136 Tex. 5 , 145 S.W.2d 569 .

11960–1960

Where else courts name it

MS 44 (1994–2026) GA 7 (1936–2019) TX 7 (1960–2026) PA 6 (1897–2014) AL 6 (1923–1989) NY 5 (1996–2016) MA 5 (1993–2024) OK 5 (1918–1976) CT 5 (2009–2016) CA 4 (2014–2021) FL 4 (1979–2014) IL 4 (1958–1992) VA 3 (1985–2006) IN 2 (2007–2010) IA 2 (1938–1939) OR 2 (1958–2002) MO 2 (1987–1989) KS 2 (1996–2024)

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