What to Do with Security Deposits?
What to do with Security Deposits? Texas law stipulates many rules for how a tenant’s security deposit is to be handled and returned. A security deposit should not be confused with an application deposit or other fees. Not staying in compliance with these rules can cost any landlord many times more than the deposit. It […]
Doing Business in Texas: Labor Laws
Doing Business in Texas: Labor Laws In this installment of our Doing Business in Texas Series we will discuss the various labor laws that affect Texas businesses. Texas labor laws strike a good balance between protecting contract freedom and the rights of employees. Many states have complex and often onerous employment regulations, Texas takes a […]
Doing Business in Texas: Business Liability
Doing Business in Texas: Business Liability Perhaps the top consideration for any business owner is the type of liability they may face for operating a business. There are contractual liabilities and tort liabilities. Contractual liabilities are those that arise out of a contract. Tort liability occurs as when a wrong is committed against another, it […]
2016: Advice from the Experts
2016: Advice from the Experts The new year is always an exciting time for businesses and entrepreneurs. A time to fully reflect on the progress or setbacks of the last year and begin planning for how to make this year your best. Reidel Law Firm always endeavors to give our clients and friends the best […]
When Do I Need an Out-of-House Counsel?
When Do I Need Out-Of-House Counsel? Hiring an out-of-house counsel is a big step in expanding your business and freeing your time as a business owner. Every business has unique growth patterns and some small businesses can work comfortably without retaining an in or out of house attorney. For businesses that are growing to a […]
How to Acquire a Company
How to Acquire a Company Acquiring a company is a major decision and can be a market multiplier for expanding your business. Acquisitions can be a smart and fast way to build your business and expand into different products, services, or geographic areas. Businesses need to take caution when merging or acquiring another company. The […]
Doing Business in Texas: Intellectual Property
Doing Business in Texas: Intellectual Property Intellectual property is an integral part of many businesses and certainly for startups and franchisors in Texas. Texas developed great protections for businesses and their intellectual property. These protections include trademark and service mark registration, unfair competition laws, among other protective laws such as prosecution for trade secret violations. […]
How to Value Your Business
How to Value Your Business Valuing a company is one of the inevitable tasks a business owner will make in their life. Whether valuing a company you wish to invest in, or testing your own concept for a startup, or even valuing your company to take on investors, it is an invaluable skill. There are […]