Подводные камни санкций США для российского бизнеса

Бизнес в сфере международной торговли всегда находится под влиянием геополитики, а в условиях текущих натянутых отношений между Россией и Соединенными Штатами Америки, американское правительство уделяет более пристальное внимание российским предприятиям, занимающимся импортом и экспортом товаров и технологий. Соответственно, компании, расположенные в России, или компании, тесно связанные с российским бизнесом, должны обеспечить постоянное соблюдение законодательства США … Read more

Key Terms in a Commercial Lease

No matter what type of business you operate, if you need space for your offices, warehouse, retail store, or restaurant, your company will probably need to sign a commercial lease. Although you should always ask a qualified business attorney to review any lease agreement before you sign it, it is nonetheless important to understand the … Read more

An Overview of New Permitless Carry and Other Gun Laws in Texas

As of September 1, 2021, a new set of gun laws came into effect in Texas which, among other things, loosen firearm restrictions and licensing requirements in certain public settings, and allow “permitless” or “Unlicensed Carry” for most adult residents. They also prohibit government agencies at the state and local level from enforcing new federal … Read more

Matrix+Element Case Study

Matrix + Element Case Study Background Reidel Law Firm, a Texas based, global law firm with practice areas in International Trade Law, Franchise Law, and Business Law was seeking a safe, secured, and data sovereign communication platform for our clients. The prevalent use of email in the business and legal world is sufficient for many … Read more

Reidel Law Firm Debuts Secured, Encrypted Communications Platform for Clients

Over the last few months, Reidel Law Firm has taken steps to develop and deploy a secured, encrypted communications platform for our clients, colleagues, and friends. Reidel Law Firm remains committed to providing top notch legal services in Franchise Law, International Trade Law, and Business Law while maintaining accessibility, (one of our Firm’s core values) … Read more

WeChat Banned! What This Means for Users

On August 6 and 7, US President, Donald Trump announced an Executive Order banning transacting with the Chinese owned apps, WeChat and TikTok. The announcement comes after several similar edicts requiring federal workers remove such apps from any devices used at work or on US government networks. As a frequent user of WeChat myself for … Read more

Franchise Bankruptcy

While bankruptcy is not a pleasant topic to discuss, it is prudent to at least understand the process, implications, and ultimately the benefits of utilizing a business or personal bankruptcy for distressed businesses. Franchisees facing extreme economic hardship should take careful note of the benefits and costs to a business bankruptcy and understand the terminology, … Read more

When the Franchise Relationship Breaks Down

Managing franchise relationships is a key indication of how successful a franchise system will be. Every franchise system is only as strong as its weakest franchise franchisee and that relationship is paramount to succeeding as a franchisor. While being proactive as a franchisor can quell any potential franchise relationship issues early on, what are the … Read more

Contracts – What Are They Good For?

Contracts, the bedrock for business since the dawn of civilization but what are they good for? Something we generally take for granted in our modern business environment, contracts are ubiquitous in every business relationship in nearly every country in the world. Even with contracts I am sure many of our readers have experienced failed business … Read more