Now that the initial onslaught of COVID-19 is stabilizing, businesses in Texas may resume debt collection activities, with some caveats. On May 14, 2020, the Texas Supreme Court lifted a judicially imposed moratorium on certain debt collection activities that had been previously enacted because of the virus. The stay on… Continued
Texas is a great place to be an entrepreneur, and there’s nothing more exciting than launching your own business. Whether you’re selling a product, service, or combination of both, the legal structure of your business and entity formation will be among the most important decisions you make early on. Because… Continued
Operating a business frequently means becoming involved in business disputes that escalate into legal matters. Legal battles can become long, drawn-out affairs that end up costing large sums of money. In addition to the cost, legal battles over business disputes take away time and attention of a business’s leaders. While… Continued
These days, it can be difficult for business owners to tell if they are complying with state and federal business regulations. There are so many laws and regulations governing businesses, it can be incredibly difficult—particularly for small businesses—to comply with all of those laws and regulations. State wage laws are… Continued
Software as a service (SaaS) is hugely beneficial to companies because it permits companies to store software remotely so client-side computers can access it without the need for extensive I.T. infrastructure. If you run a company that often contracts with SaaS providers, make sure the SaaS agreement is beneficial to… 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
As the founder of a company, you likely believe you will remain in charge for years to come until you are ready to retire or otherwise move on. The founder had the idea behind the enterprise and worked to build it from the ground up, so they should continue to… Continued
Alternative Scheduling Benefits and Concerns The workforce is ever-changing, and companies should take steps to keep up with new trends to maximize employee satisfaction and morale. Being able and willing to adopt employee policies can help reduce turnover and increase productivity. One change employers can make is to offer scheduling… Continued