Texas Legislature to Focus on Small Business Priorities in 2025
NFIB State Director Jeff Burdett ushered in the start of the 89th Texas Legislative Session by outlining several small business...
Texas Considers AI Governance Act
Texas is joining a growing number of states in considering comprehensive laws regulating use of AI. In particular, the Texas Legislature...
The Texas Economy Dominated in 2024
Governor Greg Abbott recently lauded Texas’ robust economy with records unmatched by any other state, as Texas continues to attract both...
Small Business & AI in 2025
In 2024, AI technology did not disappoint, and small businesses of all stripes benefited from revenue forecasting, enhanced grammar...
Texas Court Blocks Federal Overtime Rule
A Texas federal judge has blocked a new U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Rule that would have allowed certain workers making less than...
Texas Blocks Enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act
On December 3, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas issued a nationwide injunction temporarily blocking enforcement...
New Study: Small Business Survival
Growth is the most important issue for small business owners, right? Wrong. A new study by best-selling author and business coach...
The Top 5 Small Business Legal Issues in 2024
The legal landscape for small businesses is evolving rapidly in 2024, shaped by advancements in technology, shifting workplace norms, and...
How to Register a DBA in Texas
If you’re a small business owner in the Lone Star State, you might want to start doing business under a different name than your own name...
What Employers Should Know About Texas Age Discrimination Laws
Both federal and state laws offer robust protections for employees aged 40 and older. Today’s blog article explores potential age...
Selling a Small Business in Texas - What You Need to Know
When selling a small business in Texas, understanding the state-specific legal landscape is crucial to ensure a successful transaction....
How to Register Your Business in Another State
Expanding your business operations across state lines is an exciting step for any company, but it comes with a set of legal and...
AI-Powered Cyberattacks Threaten Small Businesses
Small businesses face an escalating crisis as artificial intelligence enhances cybercriminals' capabilities, leaving many enterprises...
Texas Specialized Business Court Begins Operations
The Texas Business Court specializing in complex business disputes began operations Sept. 1 before Gov. Greg Abbott swore in the ten...
Texas Court Upholds the Legality of the CFPB Small Business Lending Rule
As a small business owner seeking financing, you should be aware of recent developments in lending regulations. The CFPB Small Business...
2 New Reports Highlight Impact of the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has recently unveiled two groundbreaking reports highlighting the critical...
Employee or Contractor? The Legal Classification of Workers in Texas.
In Texas, the law applies the "right to control" test to determine a worker’s classification. Employers need to consider whether they...
What to Do When a Business Partner Breaches Your Partnership Agreement
In the world of business, partnerships are a common way to pool resources, skills, and expertise. When you join forces with one or more...
FTC Bans the Sale or Purchase of Fake Online Reviews
Online reviews and testimonials are crucial for small businesses to attract customers and boost sales. However, fake reviews have been a...
The Benefits of Engaging a Part-time General Counsel
In today's fast-paced business environment, companies of all sizes are looking for ways to optimize their operations and gain a...