Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) are powerful tools used to protect businesses’ trade secrets and other valuable information. However, as with any legal document, an effective non-disclosure agreement should be drafted by an experienced attorney who knows how to identify confidential information and draft an NDA to protect it. Contact Weisblatt Law… Continued
Businesses facing financial issues can potentially avail themselves of bankruptcy provisions and find relief. When bankruptcy is chosen as an option, the business must attend a 341 meeting, or meeting of the creditors. Since large, complex debts can be complicated, both debtors and creditors should seriously consider bringing their lawyers… Continued
Intellectual property (IP) assets can be quite lucrative. In particular, licensing agreements can bring in a lot of money for intellectual property owners. However, licensing intellectual property comes with risks! Fortunately, these risks can be effectively mitigated through clear, detailed, and competent licensing agreements. Step One in achieving this is… Continued
Businesses have employees but also hire independent contractors, frequently or from time to time for various reasons. What is an independent contractor? An independent contractor is a non-employee worker not under company employment terms. This means that workers represent potential liability when proper contract terms are not established to define… Continued
Thanks to the friendly policies and diverse workforce, Texas is an excellent place for starting or relocating a business. The total number of workers in the Lone Star State is 14.85 million, from various backgrounds. The business-friendly environment, diversity, and thriving economy drive unprecedented economic growth. Launching a new business… Continued
An important question to answer for both businesses and individuals is; what are the four types of intellectual property? Whether you are focused on engineering, retailing, creative arts, or a multitude of other business types, protection for your intellectual property assets is crucial. The four types of intellectual property are:… Continued
Leading a company through growth and success is a deeply satisfying experience. Customers, employees and stakeholders all enjoy the benefits of corporate expansion. But the time comes when a CEO or leadership team members want to move on or retire, and that’s when it’s really important to have an effective… Continued
Drafting a Management Rights Letter At the Weisblatt Law Firm, LLC, we have a proven track record of drafting effective documents for both companies that seek to enhance investor relations and for investors who seek to gain more access to a company than their current ownership interest permits. You can… Continued
If you are starting an organization in Houston, you may have heard about a “non-profit organization 501(c)3.” A 501(c)3 gets its name from the provision of the Internal Revenue Code of the United States. The rule requires that an organization meet certain requirements to qualify for 501(c)3 non-profit status. If… Continued
If you begin doing business, the law does not require you to register your company with the Texas Secretary of State. If you do not file any documents, you will operate as a sole proprietorship or and general partnership. While operating in this manner seems easy for tax purposes and… Continued