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Houston Business & Commercial Law Blog
How can I avoid wrongful termination claims in Texas?
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...
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...
Unfair competition and the law
Competition is supposed to be good for the marketplace and the consumer, as well as for Texas business owners. When a company engages in unfair competition, though, it often harms other businesses, and the economy, as well. To discourage this activity, federal and...
Types of commercial real estate leases
When looking for a location, a business owner in Texas may see a variety of commercial real estate leases for different properties. The differences between these have the potential to cause extreme financial hardship or to benefit the company in the long-term....
Protecting your company from embezzlement
The assets of your company in Houston, Texas, depend on internal as well as external factors if you have employees who participate in accounting, investments, allocation of funds or other financial duties. It may be necessary for you to place a high level of trust in...
Can performance evaluations reduce employer liability?
There are many federal and state laws that govern employment in Houston, and ensuring that your company is in compliance requires attention to detail. One tactic that may be useful in avoiding employment litigation is the use of performance evaluations. However,...
