Those who run a business long enough will likely find themselves involved facing business litigation. It can be because of a disagreement with a partner, vendor or client, or another matter. Litigation is something that typically should be regarded as a last resort....
Commercial Litigation
Non-disclosure agreements provide a foundation of trust
A signature moment in presidential candidate Michael Bloomberg’s campaign during the last campaign cycle occurred during Bloomberg's first debate appearance. At one point, Elizabeth Warren slammed Bloomberg’s (the company) use of a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) to...
Possible damages from a breach of contract lawsuit
Contracts form the backbone of most business relationships. Before a Dallas business agrees to work with another party, they will likely sign a contract to specify the terms of their relationship and expectations that each has for the performance of their contractual...
The basics of a non-compete agreement
Hiring new employees is necessary for businesses in Texas and elsewhere. This is true when they are either seeking to keep the status quo of business operations or expand them. However, when bringing a new employee on board, certain aspect of the business may need...
Report says Texas border wall has troubling construction defects
Texas construction companies base their business on completing their projects without allegations that their work is substandard and unsafe. This is true when it is a public or private contract. For those who are awarded large projects, it can be a financial boon in...
Deep Ellum Brewing sued by founder for termination payments
One of the most traumatic events in the life of any corporation or limited liability company is the departure of the CEO, especially if the separation is not mutually agreeable to all parties. The departure of the CEO can be even more traumatic if the CEO happens to...
What are the various types of construction defects?
Construction defects can diminish the value of the property owner’s property. As a result, property owners should be familiar with the legal remedies available to help them when their property is impacted by construction defects. There are different types of...
Roundup cancer lawsuits settled for over $10 billion
Agrochemical giant Monsanto, maker of Roundup weed killer, has faced thousands of legal claims alleging that Roundup caused cancer, specifically non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Dallas business owners may be interested to learn that Bayer, Monsanto’s parent company, announced at...
Tactics businesses can use to negotiate with suppliers
Many companies today find that dealing with suppliers has become quite challenging. Many suppliers dominate marketplaces, naming their prices and forcing in markets bereft of options. Many businesses may feel helpless when negotiating with these intimidating...
Texas restores access to balance in free-speech cases
The state of play for so-called “SLAPP” lawsuits and anti-SLAPP laws has shifted several times in recent years both here in Texas and across the country. It may be no surprise if colleagues at your company disagree about the laws and their effect on your company’s...
