Buying and selling commercial real estate is an excellent investment and something of particular interest now as we enter the post-pandemic world and return to the office. Before you sign on the dotted line, it is crucial to understand what needs to be in a purchase agreement for commercial real estate. If terms are left out or ambiguous, it...
Continue ReadingAs the internet gets bigger and faster each day, valuable intellectual property becomes increasingly accessible. This makes it easier to find information about virtually any topic easier but much harder to protect your intellectual property from theft. Whether you are a start-up business or an established company, understanding how to protect your intellectual property rights is crucial to your...
Continue ReadingWith your own business can come freedom, a better sense of control, financial opportunity, and a space for innovation. Unfortunately, running your own business can also open you up to lawsuits. What measures can a business take to avoid litigation? We’ll review some of them below. Among the many tips for how a business can avoid litigation, one of...
Continue ReadingTo run a business, you need to interact with others, including vendors, clients, employees, customers, business partners or affiliates, and governing authorities. The hope is that every business interaction runs smoothly and without dispute, but that is rarely reality. The high probability that you will encounter complaints from third parties and individuals within your business is why you need...
Continue ReadingLitigation is expensive. While it may not be readily apparent, litigation costs can add up very quickly. In some cases, attorney’s fees exceed the amount in dispute. One way parties may be able to bring the cost of litigation down is to avoid it through alternative dispute resolution (ADR). In Texas, arbitration is one of the most popular forms...
Continue ReadingThe 6 Steps to Forming a Corporation in Texas Include: As a Texas entrepreneur, starting a business is equal parts exciting and scary. Legal formalities like how to start a corporation in Texas can seem especially daunting when you are worried about how to make payroll. However, setting your business up with a firm legal foundation can help your...
Continue ReadingIf you have a great business idea and know the business structure you will use to make your new venture a reality, you are on a great track. If you have decided to run a limited liability company (LLC), you might be asking, Do I need a lawyer to start an LLC? The State of Texas does not require...
Continue ReadingFeeling like you have been taken advantage of is a terrible experience. In both personal and business dealings, no one wants to believe they have been defrauded. However, knowing the elements of fraud in Texas can help you know when you have a claim. If you think you have been a victim of fraud, Texas law may allow you...
Continue ReadingWhether you need to register a trademark or believe you have a trademark infringement case in Texas, we can help. Call us today: (214) 361-6740 A trademark is a brand’s identification and can be a useful part of any business. Before using or registering a trademark, it is important to understand how Texas trademark law works. Please send us...
Continue ReadingFor any Texas entrepreneur, the decision to sell their business is a major inflection point. When you go to sell your business in Dallas, ideally you’ll make more money than you spent to build it. And while you may desire to sell your business quickly, a fast sale does not always equal a successful one. Successfully selling a business...
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