# Texas's New MSJ Rules -- Why the Old System Allowed Endless Delay and What Changed

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Podcast: [The Legal Podcast Network](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-legal-podcast-network-6936259)
Published: 2026-07-31T18:34:01+00:00
Episode link: https://thelegalpodcastnetwork.podbean.com/e/texass-new-msj-rules-why-the-old-system-allowed-endless-delay-and-what-changed/
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## Resource

In this episode of In the Court Room and the Board Room, host Lisa Mosbey and seasoned trial attorney Colleen McKnight delve into the recent changes in Texas’s rules on motions for summary judgment. Colleen, the founder of McKnight Law, PLLC, explains how these changes aim to expedite the litigation process, providing business owners with faster and more predictable outcomes. The discussion highlights the importance of summary judgments in resolving contract disputes without a jury and the strategic delays previously exploited by well-funded opponents. With new deadlines imposed by the Texas legislature and the Texas Supreme Court, judges must now rule on motions within a specified timeframe, reducing uncertainty and legal costs for businesses. This episode is essential for business leaders seeking to understand how these legal reforms can impact their litigation strategy and improve their chances of a swift resolution.

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