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Jul 3, 2024 | By Massingill Staff | Read Time: 5 minutes | Business Law

5 Noteworthy Breach of Contract Examples in Texas

Contracts typically make transactions straightforward and predictable. However, some individuals complicate matters by breaking their promises. A party that breaches a contract could be liable for financial damages or other remedies. Below, we outline five breach of contract examples and what relief might be available for the wronged party. At Massingill, our highly experienced contract attorneys can guide and protect anyone through a...

Jul 2, 2024 | By Massingill Staff | Read Time: 4 minutes | Business Law

Business Partner Buyout: How to Buy Out a Business Partner [2024]

Few things last forever, and that adage rings true in business. Anyone who wants to end a business relationship by buying out their business partner in Texas will likely have to follow multiple steps to protect themselves from legal liability. The article below gives a general outline of how to buy out a business partner in Texas. However, anyone...

Jul 1, 2024 | By Massingill Staff | Read Time: 4 minutes | Business Law

5 Ways to Find the Best Contract Lawyer Near Me

Contracts can be tricky. Choosing the right language is crucial, avoiding potential pitfalls when developing contract terms can be vital, and enforcing contract rights is often a complex and taxing undertaking. However, getting the most out of a contract is significantly easier with the help of an experienced contract lawyer. This article is for anyone asking, How can I find the...

May 28, 2024 | By Massingill Staff | Read Time: 4 minutes | Business Law

The Top Five Business Contract Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Negotiating, drafting, and enforcing contracts is an important part of any business’s life cycle. Contracts form the backbone of successful business relationships, but having the proper contract is critical. A properly executed business contract should clearly outline the terms and conditions of the agreement, including the rights and obligations of each party, and provide mechanisms for resolving disputes, all...

May 20, 2024 | By Massingill Staff | Read Time: 5 minutes | Business Law

What Should You Not Say During Mediation

Mediation is an excellent way to resolve legal business disputes out of court. It is an alternative dispute resolution process in which a mediator acts as a neutral third-party facilitator. The mediator is an impartial party who helps both sides communicate to reach a mutually beneficial agreement. People often use mediation as a cost- and time-efficient dispute resolution model....

May 19, 2024 | By Massingill Staff | Read Time: 4 minutes | Business Law

What Happens If You Break a Non-Compete Agreement?

Many employment agreements contain clauses about non-competition. You may not have noticed or didn’t pay much attention to the clause when you first signed your employment contract. Businesses rely on non-competition clauses to protect proprietary information and prevent former employees or contractors from using it to compete against them. If you are about to leave your job for a...

May 14, 2024 | By Massingill Staff | Read Time: 4 minutes | Business Law

Are Non-Solicitation Agreements Enforceable?

Once you accept a job offer, employers usually provide you with a stack of paperwork to review and sign. During the excitement of starting a new job, employees don’t always take the time to understand the terms and conditions of their employment contract. Most employers include non-solicitation clauses in their contracts, but employees rarely take the time to truly...

May 10, 2024 | By Massingill Staff | Read Time: 4 minutes | Business Law

How to Get Out of a Business Contract in Texas

Contracts are how most businesses operate and work with other vendors, clients, and customers. However, not all contracts are enforceable. There are circumstances under which a contract may be void or rendered unenforceable. A Texas business litigation attorney at Massingill can help you understand your contractual rights and responsibilities and explain how to get out of a business contract....

May 7, 2024 | By Massingill Staff | Read Time: 4 minutes | Business Law

How Much Does It Cost to Fight a Non-Compete in Texas?

A non-compete agreement, also known as a covenant not to compete, is a contract between an employer and an employee (or contractor) where the worker agrees not to compete with the employer during or after employment. These agreements typically restrict workers from working for or starting a competing business within a particular geographic area and for a specified period...

May 7, 2024 | By Massingill Staff | Read Time: 4 minutes | Business Law

When to Hire an Austin Business Litigation Lawyer

Business litigation lawyers are critical partners for business owners, from the smallest mom-and-pop corner shop or start-up to major publicly owned corporations, particularly in bustling business hubs like Austin. Business law attorneys are experts in resolving disputes arising in the business world, ensuring organizations can navigate complex legal issues and protect their interests through negotiation, settlements, litigation, and more....