Texas stands out among U.S. states for its unique approach to franchise regulation. Unlike many other states, Texas does not have...

A nonprofit corporation is created by filing a certificate of formation with the secretary of state in accordance with the Texas Business...

As a small or medium-sized business owner in Texas, understanding the various types of employment contracts is crucial for your company's...

A breach of contract occurs when one party fails to fulfill their obligations as defined in a legally binding agreement. This can happen...

In today's continually changing business world, intellectual property (IP) is often a company's most valuable asset. For small and...

In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has overturned the Chevron doctrine, a legal principle that has shaped administrative law for...

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas found that nearly 40 percent of businesses it recently surveyed are using AI, while another 16 percent...

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued the U.S. Department of Labor over a final overtime rule  issued by the agency that he alleges...

The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) requires a covered employer to provide a “reasonable accommodation” to a qualified employee’s or...

Starting July 1, 2024, employers must satisfy a higher salary threshold in order to consider employees as exempt from Fair Labor...

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Government in the United States District...

The Texas comprehensive privacy law, known as the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA), goes into effect on Monday, July 1,...

Household employees include housekeepers, maids, babysitters, gardeners, and others who perform household work in or around your private...

Employment discrimination generally exists when an employer treats an applicant or employee less favorably merely because of a person’s...

Recently, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce clashed on the topic of noncompete agreements. The FTC,...

In Texas, the law defines employment as a service performed by an individual for wages under an express or implied contract for hire,...

Under Texas and federal laws, there is almost no limitation at all on the right of private employers to adopt drug and alcohol testing...

April 15 is still the annual tax deadline for many small businesses although, unlike individuals, small businesses can have varying...

A small business succession plan outlines what should happen to your business should you retire, pass away, or become incapacitated. As...