What happens if you are served a complaint and summons from a competitor, vendor, or client? Or the IRS puts you on notice of back taxes owed? Or changes in regulations and enforcement make you vulnerable? Or if you are personally exposed to an unforeseen loss from an LLC? Do you have a defense or…
You spent years building your business from scratch, and now it is finally profitable. Or maybe you toiled for years in your profession, climbed the ladder, and have finally command a position of respect and high income. The last thing you want to have happen after all your hard work is to lose it all…
Owning your own business comes with an array benefits and drawbacks. A common reason prospective owners are wary about operating a business is the fear of being taken to the cleaner’s in court over a lawsuit. Your personal assets are valuable, and action must be taken to protect them. Thankfully, many strategies designed to protect…
Being convicted of a crime can be quite stressful, especially for those who did not commit the crime that they have been accused of. If you have been wrongfully convicted of a crime there are several factors that may help lead to a reversal of the decision. The first steps in the appeal process will…
There has been a lot of argument lately about small business owners and their right to refuse service based off of religion. The Religious Freedom Restoration Act has made it easier for companies to do so – for example, in 2016, the law protected a funeral home which fired a trans employee because of the…
One of the biggest misconceptions about living trusts is that wealthy people are the only ones who benefit from them. Additionally, a living trust ( also known as”inter vivos” or “revocable” trust) is often confused as being the same as a last will. However, even though they are both very useful, these are two distinct…
Did you know that 61% of doctors will be accused of medical malpractice by their late career? It can be a life-changing experience and could set back your career. Many cases will be settled before they even go to court, but there is definitely a price that’s paid following a lawsuit. Personal Feelings After Being…
Being accused of medical malpractice could damage or potentially destroy your career. Fortunately, with the right legal help, it is possible to come back from an accusation. You should always build a strong defense, but there are a few things you definitely shouldn’t do while fighting an accusation. Avoiding the following mistakes can help you…
One of the primary ways individuals often try to protect their personal assets is by forming a separate legal entity under Texas law. Some of the common legal entities, both in Texas and nationally, include: limited liability companies (LLCs), corporations, and partnerships. However, we do not advocate use of any of these entities to protect…