Understanding Texas Business Structures: LLCs, Corporations, and Partnerships
Starting a business is an exciting step—but before you can open your doors, you’ll need to decide how your company will be structured. In Texas, there are several options to choose from, including limited liability companies (LLCs), corporations, and partnerships. Each comes with its advantages, legal requirements, and tax considerations.
What Dallas Businesses Need to Know About Employment Agreements
Hiring the right team is critical to your business’s success. But bringing someone on board is more than just a handshake—it’s a legal relationship that should be clearly defined. That’s where employment agreements come in.
For businesses across Dallas-Fort Worth, employment contracts offer a practical way to protect...
The Role of NDAs in Mergers and Acquisitions
Mergers and acquisitions involve the exchange of sensitive business information between companies. Before negotiations begin, both sides may need to share financial records, operational details, intellectual property, and other proprietary data. Without legal protections, confidential information could be misused or exposed.
A non-disclosure agreement is the first defense...
Mutual vs. Unilateral NDAs: Which Is Right for Your Business?
Protecting confidentiality is a top priority when sharing sensitive business information. A non-disclosure agreement (NDA) helps prevent unauthorized disclosure, but not all NDAs function similarly.
Businesses often choose between mutual and unilateral agreements, depending on the circumstances of the information exchange. Choosing the right type of NDA can...
How to Handle Creditors and Debts During Business Dissolution
Dissolving a business is a complex process that requires careful planning, especially when it comes to handling outstanding debts and creditor obligations. Business owners in Dallas-Fort Worth must ensure they follow Texas legal requirements to avoid future liabilities and protect their financial interests. At Ryan G. Cole Law, PLLC, we help...
How to Protect Your Personal Assets During Business Dissolution
Dissolving a business is more than just shutting down operations—it involves settling financial obligations, legal formalities, and ensuring that personal assets remain protected. Business owners in Dallas-Fort Worth must take the necessary precautions to shield their personal finances from business-related liabilities. At Ryan G. Cole Law, PLLC, we guide business owners...
Legal Remedies for Business Fraud Victims: What Are Your Options?
When you enter into a business relationship, you will want to go through due diligence and have a contract drafted and reviewed by a competent attorney. However, even if you enter into a deal with the best of intentions, sometimes the other side has anything but. Perhaps they hid some unpleasant information...
The Impact of Business Fraud on Shareholders and Investors
Business fraud is a major problem here in Texas and throughout the United States. This is why there are numerous state and federal agencies that are designed to protect shareholders and other investors, like the federal Securities and Exchange Commission and the Texas State Securities Board. These agencies...
Construction Arbitration vs. Litigation: Choosing the Right Dispute Resolution Method
The construction industry has been booming here in Texas. New homes and office buildings have been going up like mushrooms after a rainstorm. Unfortunately, some construction projects don’t work out as planned, leading to disputes between builders and clients. When this happens, you will be faced with deciding how to resolve...
Can You Have a Binding “Written” Contract if Only One Party Signed?
While most of the time, both parties will sign a contract, sometimes one party neglects to sign. For whatever the reason, you may end up in a situation where only one party signed the contract. However, in most cases, you may still have a binding written contract. This is because...