Ahead of Winter Storm Fern, Haynes Boone Partner Diana Liebmann and Associate Morgan Haenchen both spoke with news outlets on the differences between Fern and Winter Storm Uri in 2021, which left numerous Texans without power.
Liebmann spoke with Spectrum News in this clip.
Haenchen spoke with KXAN in the clip below:
Morgan Haenchen, an associate at international law firm Haynes Boone, provides some advice for businesses to keep in mind during the U.S. winter storm:
“Since Winter Storm Uri in 2021, Texas lawmakers have passed new legislation to better prepare and protect Texans from winter storms.
“Authorities have confirmed that this storm will not have the same impact as Winter Storm Uri.
“Any outages will likely not be due to the grid lacking in capacity or problems with generation—if there are outages, they will likely be due to ice on the lines, which will cause local outages.
“Still, businesses should be prepared for possible property damage and business interruption.
“Review your contracts and insurance policies to confirm what is covered and what notice is required.
“Pay special attention to ‘force majeure’ or excuse provisions when considering what obligations are owed to your business partners.
“Have a printed copy of your emergency action plan, follow those procedures, and stay in close communication with your employees. Remember: fail to plan, plan to fail.
