The construction market in Texas is often highly competitive, with major building companies vying for high-profile jobs. Military contracts are common in this field; however, when a construction company’s financial recording comes into question over such a project,...
Year: 2020
Do you have the right to patent your employee’s invention?
If a self-motivated employee comes up with ideas and tools to improve your business processes, you could be looking at ways to capitalize on one of his or her inventions. However, the employee may have other ideas in mind. Do you own the invention, or does your...
What does the Fair Housing Act entail?
When renting a place to a tenant, you may worry about following the law to the letter. Learning more about what the Fair Housing Act states can help you stay aware of these guidelines. Prevention from discrimination Outlined in the Fair Housing Act is a list of...
How the lockout law can affect tenants
Filling retail spaces in strip malls, high rise buildings and standalone properties in Texas is the priority of landlords. For small to medium-sized businesses, keeping monthly payments up-to-date for space in these locations is often stressful. Maintaining an...
An overview of mechanic’s liens for residential subcontractors
From pouring foundations to installing security systems, subcontractors are vital to the construction industry. The National Association of Home Builders reports that it takes an average of 22 subcontractors to build a typical single-family home in the U.S., and...
What are possible remedies for a contract breach?
Having a contract go out from under you is something that no business owner wants. When someone else breaks the terms of the deal, you want to collect whatever money is within your right. Under Texas State Law, once you can prove a valid contract exists, you may move...
How to survive a contract dispute
Whether you are a small business owner or help to run a larger corporation, you may handle contracts on a regular basis. Contracts are a necessary part of many business operations in Texas and across the U.S., as they help to establish the terms of an agreement...
The financial consequences of a property dispute
Property disputes bring up a number of concerns, especially when they result in litigation. These disagreements often cause all parties involved to experience high levels of stress and uncertainty, not to mention the amount of time that often comes with going to...
How to handle a boundary dispute with your neighbor
Maybe you are planning a landscaping project and are not sure where your property ends and your neighbor's begins. Maybe you have concerns that a neighbor's fence crosses over into your land. Whatever the property dispute, try these strategies to protect your rights...
Do you know fair housing best practices to avoid discrimination claims?
When deciding on applicants to occupy your vacant units, you, of course, want to choose good candidates. While understandable, take measures to ensure that you do not engage in potentially discriminatory practices. To help avoid claims of discrimination and adhere to...