Owners and contractors face hard choices when a party fails to meet contract terms. In Texas construction contracts, identifying a material breach determines whether a party can legally walk away. Otherwise, they must keep working while seeking offset costs. Defining...
Contract Law
Protecting proprietary business data when key employees depart to join a competitor
Business data is a valuable asset for a Texas company that needs active defense during staff changes. A senior executive or top worker may leave to join a competitor. This move increases the risk of losing sensitive customer lists, pricing models and trade secrets....
Protecting your business during a Texas corporate transition
Big company changes like mergers, acquisitions or new leadership can put your business at risk. During these times, it is easier to lose your trade secrets and other competitive advantages. For Texas employers, it is important to enforce noncompete agreements and...
Venue battles: Why being sued in Houston vs. The Woodlands matters
If you are being sued or going through a lawsuit in Texas, potentially over contract issues, it is important to understand where the court case will take place. There is a complex set of venue rules under Texas law that determine which venue should be selected. This...
Are tariffs putting your contracts at risk?
Tariffs do more than raise your costs; they can put your contracts and business relationships at risk. If you rely on imported goods or international partners, recent trade policy changes could impact how you fulfill agreements. As a Texas business owner, you need to...
5 mistakes that threaten Texas business contracts
Creating strong business contracts facilitates clarity and legal compliance, but they are still prone to errors that can introduce costly disputes or litigation. One reason many business contracts contain errors is that entrepreneurs often assume a basic, reusable...
When a service provider doesn’t complete contractual obligations
Outsourcing company functions can be a smart business decision. Every new hire at an organization significantly increases operating expenses. The company has to make payroll tax contributions in addition to covering wages and benefits. That employee is also a source...
Does your business need to use a non-disclosure agreement?
In today's market, business owners understand the importance of having a competitive advantage. Confidentiality is paramount if that advantage is in the form of intellectual property like a trade secret or a proprietary process. Many businesses have their employees...
Common pitfalls in contract formation
Creating a contract should be straightforward. It should outline each party’s responsibilities, compensation and dispute resolution. Of course, if they were that easy, anyone could do them. Unfortunately, some people have tried to draft their own agreements and had to...
3 breaches of contract that might occur
Contracts are an important part of business because they outline the terms of deals made between companies. When both companies uphold their respective ends of the contract, it can be completed successfully. There are times when one party may not meet the terms of...