Intellectual property (IP) infringement can be a serious threat to any business, particularly in an era where information is increasingly both easily accessible and shareable. If your company's IP is being infringed upon, it’s crucial to act swiftly and decisively to...
Houston Business & Commercial Legal Blog
What must I prove when filing a fraud claim against a vendor?
Texas is known for its conducive business environment and favorable regulations. When setting up a business in the Lone Star state, chances are you’ll need vendors. Usually, these transactional relationships are founded on trust and professionalism, but that does not...
Understanding aircraft liens: The basics
Aircraft mechanic's liens are consequential legal resources which help to ensure that mechanics, fuel providers and repair facilities are compensated for their services performed on aircraft. According to Texas law, “A person who stores, fuels, repairs, or performs...
What should be included in an employment contract?
As an employer, you know the importance of setting proper expectations before the start of any endeavor. This also applies to the hiring of new employees. An employee contract provides mutual understanding and protection to both the employer and the employee. And...
Understanding SaaS agreements: Tips for contract review
Increasingly, small and medium companies recognize the value of Software as a Service (SaaS) when it comes to meeting most of their technological needs. SaaS business software subscriptions can make it easy for a company to scale up and thrive, without investing in...
Training your employees to detect wire fraud
Businesses rely heavily on electronic transactions and wire transfers for most of their financial operations. While these methods are fast and convenient, they also have risks, especially in the form of wire fraud. Your employees are your company’s first line of...
Has your business partner broken your agreement?
When two people decide to start a business together, it’s important for them to use a business partnership agreement. This is essentially a legal contract. It helps to define their relationship and gives them different responsibilities and obligations. This can help...
Can you dispute a mechanic’s lien on an aircraft?
Navigating the realm of mechanic's liens on aircraft can be a complex process. While these liens serve as a form of security for mechanics and repair facilities, they can pose challenges for aircraft owners. The good news is that disputing a mechanic's lien on an...
Actual fraud vs. constructive fraud: What’s the difference?
Whatever your industry, you have to be on the lookout for fraud. The more money that’s passing through your business, the bigger the chances that someone may try to gain an unfair advantage over another or outright steal. Fraud can be either actual or constructive....
Can you require workers to give two weeks’ notice?
As an employer, you would like your employees to give you notice if they’re going to quit their jobs. Ideally, you would like to have at least two weeks to prepare for this turn of events. You may have to shift other employees around or hire someone new to replace the...