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Tenant Default: Are You Preserving Your Remedies?
My mother always said, “You can’t get blood from a turnip.” Being a fairly argumentative child (sorry Mom), I proceeded to suggest useful products that could be derived from a turnip and sold/traded for the money I was seeking. Commercial landlords are often faced with the same dilemma. Rent tends to be a high priority Read More
Read MorePart One: Who, What, When, Where & Why of Non-Compete Agreements
Non-competition agreements and their enforceability are the subject of many blogs and legal articles floating the web. I typically stray from over-blogged topics such as this, however, each time I am confronted with an issue involving a covenant not to compete, I find that the information on the web tends to be overly general and Read More
Read MoreSo, How Important are Corporate Formalities Anyway?
Typically, one of the most prevailing reasons that a business owner decides to incorporate their business is to shield them from or limit their personal liability for the debts and obligations of the business. While this is an important first step, simply forming a corporation or a limited liability company is generally not enough to Read More
Read MoreTexas Water Rights
Water has been an integral part of human habitation in Texas for as long as man has been present there. In modern terms, the right to use water often depends on whether the source of the water originates from above or below ground. Surface Water: In general terms, surface water found in defined watercourses is Read More
Read MoreThe Carrot Mightier than the Stick – Using Incentives in Your Trust
Frequently people approach estate planning with their most challenging child in mind. This is a natural and integral approach to constructing estate planning documents. It allows parents to consider and approve planning that is directed toward their specific circumstances and goals. However, it is important to remember that many times a positive motivator (i.e. a Read More
Read MoreThe “Basis” for Good Planning: Using “Stepped-Up” Basis to Reduce Taxes
In recent years, it has become increasingly important to consider the income tax implications of gift giving and not just the estate tax implications. For the majority of people, estate taxes are a non-issue due to the increase in the exclusion amount for US citizens. However, income tax continues to impact everyone. Therefore, an estate Read More
Read MoreThe Personal Guaranty of a Commercial Lease: A Tenant’s Perspective
For many of our clients entering into a commercial lease as a Tenant, the Landlord will often require that one or more of the principals or owners in the endeavor sign a personal guaranty. In most cases, unless the company is a large national company with an established track records, Landlords will refuse to lease Read More
Read MoreDue Diligence in Commercial Real Estate
Due diligence is the process and efforts a purchaser uses to inspect real property in order to be informed as to the details of the asset being purchased. Purchasers who fail to undertake a thorough investigation risk purchasing property that does will not serve their best interests or needs. For example, the property may have Read More
Read MoreBoeing Co. v. Paxton – Private Rights Despite Open Government
Adopted in 1973, and codified at Chapter 552 of the Texas Government Code, the Texas Public Information Act (the “Act”) provides public access to certain information possessed by governmental entities in order to allow the general public to remain informed of those entities’ activities. Because the Act requires the disclosure of all “public information,” which Read More
Read MoreContinued Resiliency and Innovation in the Oil Field
If you live in or around Houston, Texas and you cannot help but hear concerns about the effects of lower oil prices over the past several months on local jobs and the economy. Having worked in the industry since 1985, booms and busts are a part of the fiber of the industry. More integrated global Read More
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Navigating Employment Law Concerns: A Guide To The Biggest Risks for Texas Employers
By The Strong Firm P.C. / March 13, 2024
Navigating Employment Law Concerns: A Guide To The Biggest Risks for Texas Employers
As trusted legal advisors, we understand the complexities and challenges that employers face when navigating the landscape of employment law. With the ever-evolving regulatory environment, it's crucial for employers to stay informed and proactive in addressing legal concerns.
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Asset Flow in Estate Planning
By Carissa Peterson / August 21, 2023
Planning for the distribution of your assets upon your passing can seem a daunting task regardless of the size of your estate. However, planning for how those assets will be distributed, and ensuring your estate plan accounts for your desired distribution, is essential. In this article, we will discuss the
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Kelly Sullivan Joins The Strong Firm P.C. As Senior Counsel
By Bret L. Strong / June 10, 2022
The Strong Firm P.C. is excited to announce the addition of Kelly Sullivan to its team of experienced attorneys. Kelly adds exceptional strength to the firm’s established practice areas based on her wealth of experience in the areas of Litigation, Labor and Employment Law, Business Law and Governmental Law, Zoning
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The Future of Non-Compete Agreements: Executive Order on Promoting Competition in the American Agreement
By Kristina Frankel / April 22, 2022
In July 2021, President Biden signed an Executive Order aiming to limit the use of restrictive covenants in employment relationships. Opening with the premise that “a fair, open, and competitive marketplace has long been a cornerstone of the American economy, while excessive market concentration threatens basic economic liberties, democratic accountability,
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