Posted on 1/13/17
The Risks of Non-Compliance with Minimum Wage and Overtime Laws
Imagine the following scenario: You are the owner of a business. You are investing time and money and dedicating your life to making this business successful. . . .
Posted on 1/12/17
Joshua Bernstein Joins Norton Rose Fulbright as Partner
Norton Rose Fulbright today announced that Joshua Bernstein, an experienced real estate lawyer, has joined the global law firm’s Austin and
Posted on 1/12/17
Friday Factoid: World’s Greatest Brands Series- Winter Brands Edition
The World’s Most Famous Brands Series: Winter Brands Edition Can you name the brand for each of these winter-related products? If you have any questions regarding . . .
Posted on 1/12/17
Four Attorneys from Roberts Markel Weinberg Butler Hailey PC Earn Board Certification
The Texas law firm Roberts Markel Weinberg Butler Hailey PC is pleased to announce that shareholders Rick V. Anderson and Brady Ortego and associates Justin Markel . . .
Posted on 1/11/17
Telebriefs: The Rights of Job Applicants and Employees with Mental Health Conditions
In December, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) released a publication entitled, “EEOC Issues Publication on the Rights of Job Applicants and Employees with Mental Health . . .
Posted on 1/11/17
The Weekly Scenario: College Savings Plan
Question: Can a Roth IRA be a good way to accumulate savings for college? How does it compare to a 529 plan for college savings?Answer: The . . .
Posted on 1/11/17
M & A Nuggets: Excluded Assets
The purchase agreement used in a business sale usually states that the purchaser is acquiring all of the assets of the seller, except as specifically excluded. . . .
Posted on 1/10/17
Peckar & Abramson, P.C. Grows National Construction Practice Adding Three Top Construction Lawyers in Houston
Peckar & Abramson, P.C. (P&A) is pleased to announcethatMatthew S. C. Moore has joined the firm as a partner in P&A's Construction and Surety practice groups.In . . .
Posted on 1/9/17
Read | Delete: Business Goals for 2017
Consider these items when planning for the year ahead!Source: NFIBGot an interesting Fast Fact for a business audience? Please send and share it with our 1,653 . . .
Posted on 1/9/17
Filing For a Fault-Based Divorce
Grounds for divorce in Maryland fall into two categories: fault or no-fault. Couples may choose to file for a no-fault divorce because the entire process is . . .
Posted on 1/5/17
Friday Factoid: The Best Inventions of 2016
According to Time Magazine, the top 25 inventions for 2016 include a levitating light bulb, shoes that tie themselves
Posted on 1/4/17
The Weekly Scenario: Who will raise my children if I died while they are still minors?
Question: Who will raise my children if I died while they are still minors?Answer: Some view estate planning as just for ‘wealthy’ people (to govern how . . .
Posted on 1/4/17
Legal 101 with Mike Mercurio: Choosing a Business Entity
When starting a business, you must decide what business is best for your company. The most common forms of business are sole proprietorship, partnership, and corporation. . . .
Posted on 1/3/17
M & A Nuggets: Win-Win
In Stephen Covey’s book “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People”, habit 4 is “Think Win-Win”. The use of this habit during merger negotiations can lead . . .
Posted on 1/3/17
The Changing American Family
Divorce is tough on most families, but a U.S. Gallup Values and Beliefs poll conducted in 2013, shows divorce is growing in moral acceptability. The new . . .
Posted on 1/3/17
Corporate Technology Lawyer Andrew Smetana Joins Vinson & Elkins as Counsel
Andrew Smetana, an experienced attorney with venture capital, finance, mergers and acquisitions and corporate law and governance capabilities, has joined Vinson & Elkins as counsel in . . .
Posted on 12/29/16
Guns, Bathrooms, Naming Rights Among Texas’ Top Legal Stories for 2016
Androvett Legal Media & Marketing, the largest public relations and advertising firm in Texas devoted exclusively to law and legal issues, has compiled its list of . . .
Posted on 12/22/16
Jones Day Names Paul M. Green and Kelly H. Turner Partners
The global law firm Jones Day has announced that the following two Houston lawyers have been named to the Firm's partnership
Posted on 12/21/16
The Entrepreneur’s Lab Video Series: Lawsuits
“The Entrepreneur’s Lab” is a one-minute video series aimed at offering practical guidance and thought leadership to entrepreneurs and business owners. Each installment of “The Entrepreneur’s . . .
Posted on 12/21/16
New Year’s Resolutions
For many people, it is very difficult to go through a major life transition like separation or divorce at this time of the year. It can . . .
Posted on 12/20/16
M & A Nuggets: Year-End Closing?
In the 1980s and 1990s, it was almost a rule that a purchase transaction being negotiated in the last quarter of a year had to close . . .
Posted on 12/20/16
VIVA SARA! – Department of Education Releases Long Awaited State Authorization Rule for Distance Education
Over the last decade higher education has been revolutionized by distance education. Initially the distance education market was dominated by several large for-profit institutions. However, due . . .
Posted on 12/19/16
Read | Delete: Hogan Backs Mandatory Paid Sick Leave
Republican Gov. Larry Hogan said companies with at least 50 employees would be required to offer full-time workers five sick days per year. He said he . . .
Posted on 12/15/16
Friday Factoid: World’s Greatest Brands Series- Santa Claus Edition
The World’s Most Famous Brands Series: Santa Claus EditionHoliday symbols such as Santa Claus have distinct names in different languages. Take this quiz to learn how . . .
Posted on 12/16/16
14 Chamberlain Hrdlicka Lawyers Named Among Leading Business Lawyers
Chamberlain Hrdlicka White, Williams & Aughtry announces the recognition of 14 attorneys in the 2016 edition of Super Lawyers’ Business Edition. This magazine features the top . . .
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