When a Texas business owner or employer wants to protect proprietary information, there are several ways to do so. One way is simply to not share the information with anyone, but it’s typically not a practical solution. Chances are, for the information to be useful to...
Business Law
Buying a franchise versus starting a new business
Many people in Texas dream of becoming their own bosses. However, for those with the means to fund a new enterprise, a question often stands out: is it better to buy a franchise or to start a brand-new business? The choice is a personal one, and there are many...
Best practices for offboarding employees
When an employee leaves the company, especially if there is a conflict or tension involved, legal risks may emerge. This is especially true if companies do not take proactive steps to end the employment in the correct way. Offboarding describes the process a company...
Employment law and remote employees: what to know
A growing number of businesses are embracing remote work, which can be an exciting development for business owners and employees alike. At the same time, there are complexities that may need to be tackled. One common concern is how to approach employee and employer...
Starting a business step by step
A successful business in Texas means more than a great idea and a website. There are important steps entrepreneurs must take before launching their business. Following these steps not only improves the chances of success but may also help the business owner avoid...
How to prevent common small business lawsuits
In any business, large or small, an owner runs some kind of legal risk. Customers, employees, partners and other relevant parties could seek legal action if they feel they have a case. While some lawsuits are unavoidable, there are many things Texas business owners...
Mistakes often made when selling a business
At some point, many business owners decide they want to sell their companies. Doing so can be a complicated process, and it is not uncommon for many business owners in Texas and elsewhere to make mistakes in the process that will wind up hurting them in the end. Here...
How to resolve a breach of contract?
Business owners in Texas rely on contracts to keep their companies going strong. Unfortunately, at some point in their careers, many find themselves dealing with breach of contract issues that they may need help resolving. When a breach of contract occurs, what can...
Want to transfer your business ownership to your child?
Many business owners in Texas dream of their children taking over their companies or their portions of their companies when they are ready to retire. It seems like a simple enough transaction, but it may be more involved than expected. The good news is, if...
Litigation is not the only way to resolve a business dispute
It is only a matter of time until business owners in Texas have disputes arise that require some legal assistance to deal with. It happens to pretty much everyone at some point. No one wants to go to court, though, if it can be can avoided. Fortunately, litigation is...