Houston Law Blog
The benefits and risks of cross-border mergers and acquisitions
On Behalf of Stephenson Fournier | Sep 26, 2023 | Business Law
Merger and acquisition transactions have many benefits and risks. Each deal works differently, but they can allow a business to compete more effectively, expand its brand, eliminate redundancy and further excel. A merger or acquisition may enable a company to grow...
Mineral rights: Lease versus sale
On Behalf of Stephenson Fournier | Sep 8, 2023 | Oil & Gas
Mineral rights are a valuable asset here in Texas. Mineral interest owners can monetize their ownership of oil, natural gas, coal or other mineral resources in several ways. Common options include leasing rights or selling them outright. Each owner's needs differ, so...
Restructuring a business can lower the tax burden
On Behalf of Stephenson Fournier | Sep 8, 2023 | Business Law
Texas has relatively business-friendly tax codes, but many business owners still can work to lower the company's burden at both the state and federal levels. Several different measures may be helpful to meet this goal, but business restructuring often should be at the...
Transit-oriented development ripe with possibility
On Behalf of Stephenson Fournier | Sep 4, 2023 | Commercial Real Estate, Real Estate
The economy in Texas has been rapidly diversifying in recent decades, and there are many newer types of business opportunities. Some investors are looking at transit-oriented development (TOD) as a potentially sound investment. According to the Kinder Institute at...
Indemnification clauses in contracts
On Behalf of Stephenson Fournier | Sep 4, 2023 | Business Law, Business Transactions
Indemnification clauses in commercial contracts are essential provisions that allocate risk and provide financial compensation for damages and losses. These clauses establish the obligation of one party (the indemnitor) to indemnify and hold harmless the other party...