Everyday Law · Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
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AI illustrationA group of defendants wants a bond limit in a federal case. Should it apply?
Your callCan defendants use Texas bond limits in federal court?
TL;DR
- 1A jury said the Mulaceks owe more than $210 million due to major investment losses.
- 2They want to lower the bond needed to appeal the judgment from the full amount to $25 million, claiming a Texas law caps bond amounts.
- 3They argue this Texas bond limit should apply in federal cases, allowing them to pay much less as they appeal.
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