In the corporate world, the many terms and procedures of a contract can be confusing and daunting even for the most seasoned professional. Whether you are an executive or the company owner, it can help to go over the terms of an employment contract with a business...
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Keeping non-compete agreements ethical and fair to both parties
Non-compete agreements are a common element to employment contracts that sometimes catch a prospective employee off guard. Is it ethical, and even legal, for a contract to state that the employee is not allowed to work in a specific field after he or she has left the...
Former CFO convicted of embezzling from employer
When it comes to high-ranking employees in a business, there must be some measure of trust. Many of these people have access to money and significant assets, and there is little to stop them from abusing this trust. Most Houston executives in positions of authority...
Appropriate times to withhold payment from a subcontractor
It's always in a company's best interests to adhere to the terms of a contract, especially when it comes to payment. Failure to pay someone for the work or service they do can result in business litigation. This can include Houston business owners who don't pay fair...
Employer-employee legal troubles in the workplace
Dealing with labor or employment litigation issues can be a troubling endeavor. You may be concerned about worsening your situation at work accidentally. You may even have concerns that you could end up fired if you bring attention to a bad situation. However, there...
What is a breach of contract?
The term "breach of contract" is not entirely uncommon and many people may have heard of it before. However, familiarity does not mean that everyone understands its definition. Despite how straightforward the term may seem, there are actually several...
Different areas of real estate litigation and their documents
If you find yourself needing to deal with matters of real estate litigation, it can be complicated and confusing. Real estate litigation usually comes with a lot of paperwork and terminology that is unique to the topic. This can make it difficult for you to understand...
What is probate litigation?
Probate litigation is a term that many will come to know if they have lots of properties, multiple bank accounts, a large number of gifts, or sizeable estates. Many people may also recognize it as a term that is tied to wills. Wills are written by the deceased to...
Different types of probate litigation issues you may face
Probate litigation can be a tricky field for you to traverse by yourself. There are many unusual troubles that crop up surrounding probate litigation. We at The aim to help you find your way by providing you with useful information.You may...
Couple is over $25,000 in the hole after contractors bail
A breach of contract can happen in any business arrangement, which is a rather unfortunate reality that many people have to face. This includes agreements between a customer and a business, which is usually the case when people hire home renovators who are working on...
