When someone drives off from a gas station without paying, the attendant will probably call the police to report a crime. However, paying at the pump isn't always what happens in the aviation world. Sometimes, fuel suppliers will offer credit to those with a plane at...
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The majority of wire fraud cases go unreported
Wire fraud can be detrimental to your business, and the financial ramifications might carry on for years. No doubt due to the sensitive nature of the issue and the way that it could affect consumer trust in a company, a report released in 2020 revealed that only about...
What should you know about breaches of contract
Contracts are central to business dealings since they outline the terms of specific transactions. When both parties follow the terms of the contract, there aren’t any issues. If one party fails to follow their part of the agreement, that's considered a breach of...
Does your business partner need to go?
Let’s be honest: You’re wondering if your business would be better off if you were running it on your own. You think that maybe it’s time to cut ties with your business partner. It hasn’t always been this way. When you started the company, the two of you worked well...
What can you do when a plane’s owner doesn’t pay for repairs?
Performing mechanical work on airplanes is a very demanding profession. You will have to invest substantially in facilities, tools and machinery for your occupation. Your repairs will almost always be safety-critical, which means they will be subject to intense...
Understanding what it means to put an employee on probation
You just brought a new employee on board at your Texas company. This person seems to have it all – a fabulous resume, strong references and a track record of successes and accomplishments. In addition, he performed well during multiple interviews with you and others....
Skip the boilerplate contracts: Get yours tailored to your needs
Business contracts are vital to the success of nearly all companies in Houston, Texas. Despite this, developing contracts are also one of the most overlooked parts of operating a business. Typically, entrepreneurs fail to think much about a contract until they...
2 options for settling a contract issue outside of court
You cannot just ignore it when an employee, supplier or service provider violates a contract with your company. Ignoring contractual failures can set a dangerous precedent and also leave your company to absorb losses caused by someone else's behavior. You need to act...
Firing someone? Know how to protect your company and clients
It’s never pleasant to fire someone, but every manager gets put into that position sooner or later. Unfortunately, an angry, embittered ex-employee can do a lot of damage to your company and your brand's reputation on their way out the door, if they’re so inclined....
Fraud in the airline industry
It is upsetting to be taken advantage of by others As someone who works in aviation, you should take fraud seriously. Fraud is highly prominent in the airline industry, both within the United States and internationally. Airline transaction fraud is a big problem for...
