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Speaking of getting back together: In this edition of the s Eric Benton and I both practice law in Houston, he didn’t have to go far to pass the TTL editorial baton this year—he’s TTL, we celebrate and reflect on the 2022 Annual Conference in practically across the street from me, at least by Texas standards. Williamsburg, Virginia—where the past and the present quite literWhich is good for me (but perhaps not so good for him) in the ally came together for education, fellowship and fun in our first event I have questions—and I no doubt will. With Eric being one fully in-person annual conference since the pandemic. Melissa rung ahead of me on the TLA ladder and now President-Elect, I Richardson and Fred Marcinak, together with their program continually learn from him as I follow him on the climb. For his committee, put together a terrific and informative educational guidance, I thank him, and I sincerely hope he doesn’t take to program. I’m pleased to report that no attorneys or guests suffered blocking my calls and emails in the future. any harm from the Thursday night ax throwing (other than perhaps having sore arms) and, thanks to our fife and drum I am also delighted to be working this year escorts, no one got lost on the way to Shield’s Tavern with President Chris Kelly, who you will see from for the Saturday night dinner. There’s a recap of the his TLA President’s Biography is the the Energizer events, replete with photos, in this edition. Next up: Bunny of the legal profession. I marvel at his TLI in Boston. Beata Shapiro and Dan Sonneborn energy and enthusiasm, and look forward to his provide us with an overview of what to expect, so tenure as President of this organization. Louis mark your calendars and join us in Massachusetts in Amato-Gauci brings his style and charm to TLA’s November! website and social media duties as Second Vice President, and Jeff Pincus joins the executive Our featured articles in this edition of the TTL ladder as Secretary/Treasurer with his ever-present continue to reflect the current times in which we live: positivity and enthusiasm. Steve Canty, who has Dylan Jones and Ian Breneman provide a review of demonstrated calm and rock-steady leadership over COVID vaccination requirements for transportation the past year, “retires” to Past President status. Each workers engaged in international commerce, and Katherine T. Garber of these gentlemen is amazing in his own right, and Heather Devine and Paul Jon analyze the effects I am honored and privileged to serve with them. of supply chain interruptions on the Formula 1 and MotoGP racing circuits. Rocky Rogers highlights the Indiana With the passing of the editorial baton comes the annual changing of the TTL colors—from Eric’s blue and gold to my maroon Supreme Court’s recent opinion on the MCS 90 endorsement, J.W. and burnt orange. I am a native Texan, and I hold degrees from Taylor reports on the Florida Supreme Court’s ruling regarding the two largest schools in the state—Texas A&M University and the admissibility of medical damages, and Al Teel and Madeline The University of Texas.1 These schools were the fiercest of rivals in Hughes cover the current status of case law interpreting the phrase the Southwest Conference when I was a student at each, and they “in use” as used in the Locomotive Inspection Act. Thanks to all who have contributed to this edition of the TTL remained so until A&M’s move to the SEC in 2012 caused them to part ways. Now that Texas has announced its defection from the Big through their submission of written content and photographs. I 12 to the SEC, it appears they will be reuniting and reigniting their also want to extend a very special thanks to Rachel Celentano and rivalry; thus, their joinder here (at least in colors) seemed timely Jill Gabbert with Kellen, who have made my editorial debut easier than I anticipated. and appropriate. 1
I have, for many years, referred to myself as “bi-collegiate,” given that I spent an equal amount of time at each university. My diehard Aggie family members, however, prefer the term “nuts,” as they just don’t get how a third-generation Aggie would even consider going to school in Austin. I have often tried to explain to them that my options for attending law school were limited at the time, as A&M had not yet acquired one. They don’t buy it.
TTL Call for Articles We are looking for more featured articles and/or case notes for upcoming issues. This is an opportunity for TLA and CTLA members to write on timely issues which will allow greater exposure among our memberships. This will give you nationwide recognition and is a great way to expand your networking abilities as part of a well-respected and widely read industry publication. The submission deadline for the next publication is August 4, 2022. Please direct any questions and submissions to TTL Editor Kathy Garber at KGarber@ClarkHill.com. Transportation Lawyers Association • Canadian Transport Lawyers Association • July 2022, Vol. 24, No. 1
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