As a business owner in Houston, Texas, you may own one or more creative works such as original documents, computer programs, recordings or other tangible intellectual property that are essential to your company’s bottom line. You should have exclusive rights to...
Month: March 2016
Avoiding implied contracts in the employee manual
Laws in Houston, Texas, typically support employers in setting the guidelines for employment relationships for the good of the company. This includes an at-will employment doctrine stating that the employment could end without a reason. The Texas Municipal League...
Making the right choices for your fledgling company
The founding of your business in Houston, Texas, provides dozens of choices that determine its future. Analyzing each one to determine if it meets your goals for your company is a time-consuming undertaking. At The , we regularly answer the...
Avoid misclassification of contractors and employees
Most businesses in Houston, Texas, need to hire people to perform essential functions for the company. In some cases, the roles may be filled by either employees or independent contractors. Even though the employer has a certain amount of leeway in deciding which to...
What’s ahead for Houston’s commercial real estate market?
If you are involved in commercial real estate in Houston, Texas, you may be watching the market closely to see how 2016 will compare to last year. After all, many realtors, developers, contractors, property managers and others have businesses at stake. The Houston...