What do you do when your business outgrows the need for a contract? According to the contractual obligations you agreed to when you signed it, you can’t just arbitrarily decide to end the contract. At the same time, continuing the contract may be detrimental to your business. In such a… Continued
The not-so-secret “secret” to running a good business is entering into strong contracts with suppliers, employees, and even some customers. When clearly written contracts drive your business, you remove one of the potential hazards of running it and increase the likelihood of its success. Contracts, however, are only as good… Continued
What will happen to your family-owned business if you suddenly fall ill or pass away? Have you created a concrete plan to ensure it continues when you are no longer around to run it? This is a question that too many small-business owners never ask, and consequently, their companies fall… Continued
Violations of wage and hour laws — even if accidental — can be expensive for Texas businesses. For example, the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) may impose hundreds of dollars in fines for every hour of unpaid overtime. Businesses that run afoul of employment law may find themselves facing regulatory fines,… Continued
As a business owner, you know that your success depends on your contractual partners’ fulfilling their obligations. Whether that means they pay you for your services or provide the resources that you need to operate your business, business contracts exist for a reason. When a supplier fails to deliver the… Continued
Imagine that one of your vendors fails to deliver a product on time and that failure interrupts your supply chain, leading to lost profits and unhappy clients. Your first impulse might be to jump to legal action, but business lawsuits should always be weighed carefully. When is litigation the right… Continued
Contracts form the backbone of your business. Depending on your company’s industry and size, you may have a handful of contracts, or you may have dozens or more. To protect your business interests, it’s essential to have a firm grasp of Texas contract law. Here’s what you need to know… Continued
As a business leader, your primary concern is protecting the company you have worked so hard to build. Non-compete agreements are just one tool you have to accomplish that goal. By strategically using non-compete agreements in Texas, you can prevent former employees from taking the knowledge, skills, and innovative ideas… Continued
When you run into a business dispute, it’s important to resolve the matter as quickly and fairly as possible. The first step is to choose the appropriate resolution method. This helpful guide will explore the pros and cons of a business lawsuit vs. arbitration in Texas. It will also examine… Continued
Learning how to protect trade secrets in Texas is vital so that your organization can maintain its competitive advantage and market positioning. The question is, what’s the right way to engage in trade secret protection? More importantly, what are your legal options if someone misappropriates your company’s sensitive information and… Continued