One of the most stressful aspects of running a business is the risk of getting involved in a dispute that leads to litigation. Litigation takes time away from key business operations and can also result in financial losses. The direct costs of business litigation tend to be significant, and there… Continued
Whether you’re a startup venture or a seasoned company, carefully maintaining your brand, keeping patents safe, and otherwise protecting intellectual property (IP) is essential. Often, companies think that investing in IP safety is just not as important as other business operations, but IP issues can quickly escalate and put your… Continued
No matter how frivolous a lawsuit against your company is, it can cost you significant amounts of time and money to resolve the problem. Fortunately, insurance coverage can help you avoid some of the worst consequences of litigation, allowing you to continue providing the products and services for which your… Continued
If you are a business owner or manager, you know how important contracts are. Their terms dictate the rules that parties must follow when doing business with one another. Entering into a bad contract can do much damage to a business, which makes it essential for businesses to ensure they… Continued
Starting a business — whether it’s your first venture or just the most recent of many — is an exciting venture. It’s easy to make the mistake of believing you need a business lawyer only if you run into legal issues down the line. However, there are several key legal… Continued
Houston is a thriving market for business buyers and sellers. Countless businesses change hands every year, so there is a never-ending flood of opportunities for entrepreneurs. However, the sale process is fraught with legal intricacies, and no one should approach a business transaction without legal representation. For anyone hoping to… Continued
Without contracts, successful business relationships would be virtually unheard of. Contracts clearly outline each party’s rights and obligations, defining the business relationship and specifying how disputes should be handled. Unfortunately, breaches of contract do happen, and it’s wise to know what to do in case your business is affected. Here’s… Continued
No matter how clear and thorough your contracts are, there’s always a possibility that a dispute will arise. Sometimes, the other party will take it a step further and accuse you of breaching the contract. If a court determines you have breached a contract, the other party may be allowed… Continued
A breach of contract can have catastrophic consequences for your business. Texas offers legal remedies to business owners impacted by breaches of contract, but it’s far less disruptive to prevent contract breaches than to address them once they’ve happened. Here are a few tips for preventing contract breaches for Houston… Continued
When it comes to business contracts, language matters. Ambiguous contract language can lead to contract disputes, and those disputes can lead to breach of contract, costly litigation, and ruined business relationships. Here’s a look at why contract interpretation matters, the challenges of interpreting contract language, and how a contract dispute… Continued