If it is your duty to dismiss an employee in Texas, you know that the risk of a wrongful termination claim is very real. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to mitigate the likelihood of a lawsuit by utilizing best practices when terminating an employee.The...
Month: October 2016
Is a franchise the right option for me?
If you are looking to become a small business entrepreneur in Houston, taking on a franchise may seem like an attractive option. However, it’s important to know exactly what you’re getting into before committing to an investment. Doing a bit of prep work...
How can I protect my business from product liability claims?
If you are a business owner in Houston, you know just how damaging litigation can be. This is especially true when it comes to product liability claims, which can serve to impair a business’s potential for success for many years to come. While you can’t...
How can I prevent contract disputes from occurring?
As a Houston business owner, you know that contracts are at the center of many vital processes. Accordingly, contract disputes can be highly damaging to your current and future business endeavors, and may even result in exorbitant fees to cover legal needs....
Challenges to the DOL overtime rule
Employers in Houston may need their workers to work more than 40 hours per week for a number of reasons. According to the National Law Review, after a new overtime rule from the U.S. Department of Labor goes into effect, this will cost a business more when it comes to...