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Conditional vs. Unconditional Lien Waivers: Avoid Costly Construction Payment Mistakes
Quick Summary Lien waivers are common on commercial construction projects, but signing the wrong document...
Trade Secret Protection: A Sword in the Stone or a Mop in the Muck
If it becomes necessary to file suit and obtain an injunction to stop the misappropriation...
Common Law Trademark vs. Federal Trademark
Quick Summary A trademark identifies a business through a name, phrase, symbol, or design, and...
How to Protect Trade Secrets That Launched Your Business
If you hear the term “Trade Secrets” you may think that it is something only...
Partnership Disputes and Business Control: How to Protect Your Ownership Rights
Quick Summary Partnership disputes can threaten the stability, profitability, and future of a business. While...
What is your noncompete agreement worth?
IS THE NONCOMPETE AGREEMENT YOU HAVE WORTH THE PAPER IT IS WRITTEN ON? At its...
Contract Ambiguity
Individuals, private corporations and partnerships, and government entities sign written leases, agreements and other types...
Trademark What to Expect
WHAT IS TRADEMARK AND WHY USE IT? A trademark is a mark by which the...
Contract 101: Cooling Off Period
It is important to remember that usually signing a contract binds you to that deal....
How to Choose a Board for Your Startup
Every company is required to have a board of directors, even if it is just...
VLF Made Texas Bar Today’s Weekly List of Top 10 Blogs
We are proud to announce that the Vethan Law blog was recently featured in Texas...
Executive Compensation and Severance
Quick Summary Executive compensation packages have become increasingly common in privately held companies, startups, family...