Most employers are required by law to make available a reasonably hazard-free workplace for their employees. This can be achieved when companies follow regulations issued by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Employers must carry workers'...
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What to look for when hiring a business lawyer
Hiring a business law firm is critical for any successful business. But how do you know if your business lawyers are providing the best possible service for you? You may be less than pleased with the lawyers you currently use, but you wonder if maybe the service you...
Texas rewarded by reverse gold rush
Texas and other states are benefitting from a continued mass exodus from California as people and businesses relocate from the Golden State in search of new opportunities. Large companies, including Tesla and Hewlett Packard Enterprise (a subsidiary of HP), recently...
Make sure your non-compete agreements are enforceable
The global health crisis has been tough on many businesses. Your company may be among those who have found the need to downsize your workforce to maintain profitability. When you let an employee go, especially one who has access to sensitive or proprietary...
Challenges and opportunities for prospective franchise owners
Smart Texas business principals and entrepreneurs are always on the lookout for new opportunities. That is especially true for owners, investors and other commercial participants in Houston and surrounding areas. We note in a recent Stephenson Fournier blog post that...
Why are NDAs crucial for a business’s success?
Many companies maintain an advantage by keeping projects, products and innovative ideas out of their competitors’ hands. A non-disclosure agreement (NDA) helps keep a lid on a business’s proprietary information. Also known as “confidentiality agreements,” NDAs protect...
How to choose the optimal business entity for your company
Selecting the appropriate business structure – such as a LLC, limited partnership or corporation – is essential for a company to operate efficiently and provide for growth. To be successful, owners must be skilled in their line of work and understand how federal,...
Proactive Planning in a Year of Uncertainty Can Benefit Businesses
If there is one thing businesses can count on, it is continuing and seemingly never-ending changes to U.S. business tax laws. The countless modifications in recent years apparently have not been enough, and new regulations are on the horizon. An election year adds to...
What should you do before someone else takes over?
Entrepreneurship can allow incredible success and opportunity for those who combine creativity with perseverance. If you’ve formed a business, you understand the risks involved, and you can take pride in the challenges you and your team have overcome. Creating a...
How can you strengthen your company’s cybersecurity?
With the continual advancements in technology, cybersecurity is something you will need to plan for. Without adequate protective measures in place, a data breach could leave you scrambling for solutions when it is already too late. Cybersecurity is the process of...

