When Texas residents find themselves facing the probate process for the first time, they can understandably be a bit overwhelmed. After all, most people hardly have any contact with the judicial system at all, let alone in a process that could determine how a loved...
Month: November 2022
Medical power of attorney
Readers of this legal blog are likely familiar with a durable power of attorney, but may not less familiar with a medical power of attorney. Like other types of POAs, this POA names an agent to act on your behalf. This POA is specific to your medical needs and making...
Business contract disputes
All business owners enter contracts with the idea that both sides will benefit. You have done your research, negotiated in good faith and you expect the other side to live up to the deal. And, in a perfect world, that is exactly what happens every time. Unfortunately,...
What should be in corporation governance documents?
When companies in Texas form, they choose a business structure and file the appropriate paperwork with the state. However, there are important documents that business owners may initially overlook. These are corporate governance documents. Corporate governance...
Should you set up a trust for your business?
As a Texas business owner, you know how important it is to protect your business. When determining the best way to go about this, you may want to consider placing your business assets in a trust. Benefits of a trust Placing your business assets into a trust can both...
Enforcing a non-compete agreement in Texas
Most Texas businesses have one or more employees who have been or are critical to the success of the business. A talented salesman is one example of such an employee; a skilled engineer or designer is another. The departure of any of these employees could easily...
Is it better to litigate or to arbitrate a business dispute?
Your business is involved in a dispute and your attempts to resolve it have gone nowhere. This means you are inevitably going to face a lawsuit, right? Not always. Arbitration is a valid option to consider before litigating. In fact, if your dispute is based on a...