
July 16, 2026
Fatal Laredo Well-Site Accident Raises Questions About Oilfield Worker Safety
Texas Lawyer magazine has published a commentary by Sorey & Hoover
Partner Derek Hoover discussing the effects Inter Partes Review (IPR) has had
on district court lawsuits. In the commentary, “The Evolution of Inter Partes
Review and its impact on District Court lawsuits” (subscription required), Mr.
Hoover describes the use of IPR as a defensive tactic.
