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Fort Worth Councilman Michael Crain’s lawsuit against former business partner dismissed
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· August 8, 2026
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Key takeaway The lawsuit was filed in June 2025 and was dismissed on August 6.
A lawsuit filed by Fort Worth Councilman Michael Crain has been dismissed. The case involved a dispute with his former business partner. Details of the lawsuit are limited, but it is known that the judge ruled in favor of the defendant.
The lawsuit was filed in June 2025 and was dismissed on August 6. The case was heard in a Texas business court. Further information about the lawsuit and the events surrounding it can be found through the Fort Worth Report.
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Category: government ·
Published: August 8, 2026 ·
Source: Fort Worth Report ·
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