Every Texas-based business must have an employee handbook, from startups hiring their first employee to established firms reviewing current policies. Enlisting the help of a seasoned Texas employment attorney is key in creating or revising an effective handbook that keeps companies in compliance and avoids litigation. The Structure Law Group…
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Choosing a Business Structure for Your Texas Startup
Selecting a legal structure is one of the first decisions you must make when starting a new business in Texas. There are a number of options, and it is easy to become confused if you do not have experience in this area. The Texas start-ups and financing lawyers at Structure…
Are Non-Compete Agreements in Texas Enforceable?
It’s often said that employees are a company’s most valuable asset. Your Texas company likely has several key employees essential to running your operations. So management understandably wants to protect itself if one leaves for another job. Historically, in Texas and elsewhere, companies have used non-compete agreements to temporarily restrict…
How to Protect Your Business from a Lawsuit
Every Texas business faces the risk of lawsuits, regardless of its size and scope. Various factors can lead to potential legal challenges, such as a customer claiming a breach of contract or a former employee alleging discrimination. However, businesses can take specific measures to safeguard their owners and assets. The…
How to Conduct Due Diligence Before Buying a Business
Conducting due diligence is a crucial step in any merger or acquisition deal. After making and accepting an offer, the buyer must verify essential information about the seller’s business — a process known as due diligence. The experienced Texas merger and acquisition attorneys at Structure Law Group will guide you…
Trademarks: Protecting Your Texas Business
Every Texas business must take essential steps to protect and enforce its intellectual property rights, with trademarks and service marks being among the most critical. These marks represent your company’s brand and reputation to the world. The Austin intellectual property lawyers at Structure Law Group are here to ensure your…
Start a Sole Proprietorship in California
Are you looking to start a new business in San Jose or Silicon Valley? If so, congratulations! Among your many decisions will be choosing a business legal entity. A sole proprietorship is the easiest structure to get up and running quickly. But there are certain legal steps you will need…
From Disputes to Lawsuits: Breaking Down Business Partnership Conflicts
Nobody enters a business partnership or relationship expecting to end up in litigation, but disputes may arise that can only be resolved through a formal legal process. If you are involved in such a lawsuit, the San Jose partnership lawyers at Structure Law Group can provide you with professional advice,…
Dangers of Do It Yourself Legal – It May Cost More
Texas entrepreneurs often embody a ‘do-it-yourself’ (DIY) ethos. In a typical startup, a compact team of committed individuals assumes various roles across the organization. This approach can be instrumental in driving a company towards success. However, applying a DIY mindset indiscriminately, especially in specialized domains like legal affairs, can be…
The Role of a Texas Business Attorney in a Corporate Merger
Corporate acquisitions are rarely simple. Any merger requires careful pre-planning on both sides. And even where there is eagerness to conclude an M&A deal quickly, several steps must be followed to ensure a successful outcome for all parties involved. At Structure Law Group, our Texas mergers and acquisitions attorneys can…