If you’re looking for a guide to shell corporations, then this this the blog for you. There’s a lot to know from a legal standpoint, and we’ll spend some time here sorting through best practices for shell corporations. As business formation lawyers, we can also look at various other legal… Continued
Texas entrepreneurs have many different options when selecting a business entity for their new ventures. Corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships, and sole proprietorships all have different benefits and risks that owners must carefully assess before starting the process of legal formation. An experienced Texas business attorney can help you select… Continued
Employers face potential liability for any action committed by workers within the scope of employment. This opens the door to all types of claims against an employer, simply based on the actions of its employees. Employers can, however, mitigate this risk by putting a comprehensive infrastructure in place to govern… Continued
Texas businesses hold legal interests in complex combinations of intellectual property. Many tools can protect these business assets, and businesses can tailor these protections to their specific needs and assets. One popular form of protection is the non-compete agreement. Learn more about the operation of a non-compete agreement, and how… Continued
Government regulations affect businesses of all types and sizes. Complying with federal, state, county, city, and local regulations can intimidate even the most experienced business owners. Operating without the proper permits can expose a business to administrative penalties (such as suspension of a business license), fines, and even criminal penalties…. Continued
Every day, Houston business owners conduct transactions that call for the exchange of vast amounts of goods, services, and finances. They complete many of these transactions without complications—but not others. When ambiguities arise, the parties can waste time and money attempting to resolve the issue. A clear, enforceable written contract… Continued
Business contracts can be complicated, and they can be challenged, disputed, misinterpreted, and deconstructed in many ways. These disputes waste significant amounts of time and money. More importantly, they jeopardize the legal interests and financial health of the businesses involved. An experienced Texas business attorney, however, can draft your contracts… Continued
A Texas corporation must file a lot of paperwork to stay in compliance and enjoy the legal protections of corporate status. Even after a business entity has been properly formed, ongoing annual reports and other documents must be filed with the Secretary of State. Failure to do so can waste… Continued
Hurricane Harvey hit Houston with a vengeance, leaving behind overwhelming flooding and destruction. While much focus has rightfully been on families who lost their homes, another concern is the future of small businesses in the Houston area. One news source estimated that 99 percent of companies in the city were… Continued
Taxes are one of the most complicated matters that business owners face. Knowing how your company should be taxed, how to file business taxes, and how to report income on your own taxes are all important decisions that every business owner must make—often with the guidance of a legal professional…. Continued