At some point in time, a business owner may face a lawsuit. This suit could be the result of any number of things such as an employee who alleges employment law violations like discrimination or harassment, a client who has issues with the business' products or...
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Non-competes & clickwrap: Will they survive a legal challenge?
Clickwrap agreements result when a user clicks a button or checks a box to confirm that he or she accepts the agreed upon terms. Businesses often use these contracts for those who are setting up an email account, using an online banking system or purchasing a product...
Braden Burgess joins corporate transaction section
We are pleased to announce the addition of Braden Burgess to the corporate transactions section at . Mr. Burgess works with a wide range of businesses, from sole proprietors to multinational companies. He guides clients in corporate...
What happens when a business partnership stops working?
Starting a business involves a lot of financial and “sweat” equity. Time, effort and money are all needed to get a new company up and operating. Lots of businesses look to divide that work among different partners, capitalizing on each person’s...
Starting a business? Watch for these 4 federal tax obligations.
Savvy business owners know the importance of a well thought out business plan prior to starting their venture. One specific area to carefully plan for: tax obligations.Business owners: Prepare for these four tax bills Business owners are generally responsible for...
Can you pierce the corporate veil?
There are many advantages to incorporating a business. One of the most notable is the ability to protect yourself from personal liability. In theory, if the business is sued, your personal assets are protected.Or are they? There are some instances when another party...
Four financing options for commercial real estate transactions
Commercial properties are available and the market is strong. A recent report by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) finds commercial investment sales were growing throughout 2018. The report also notes that those who enter this market rarely have problems...
Well-written leases can help your commercial property stand out
As Houston continues to grow, the real estate market is booming right along with it. While this is good news for property buyers and owners, years of oversupply mean the market to attract commercial tenants continues to be competitive.One aspect of a rental that many...
Two lessons every business can learn from the Sears bankruptcy
Sears is a retail icon. The department store giant was one of the first in the industry and has been in business for over a century. It began as a store that operated solely on sales from catalogs and morphed to be a founder of the brick and mortar style of retail...
Environmental concerns and commercial real estate deals
Environmental regulations can impact real estate transactions. As noted in a publication in the Southwestern Law Journal, these regulations can result in restrictions and liabilities that stick with the property after a transaction is complete.As such, entrepreneurs...