In real estate transactions, saying nothing can be every bit as bad as saying something misleading or false. A seller has the obligation to disclose certain defects to a buyer before they complete the sale. If a seller fails to disclose those defects, they may be held liable for the cost of repair. In some […]
Texas has passed a far-reaching election law with new rules that dictate how people can vote in elections. This new law is drawing nationwide attention in the controversy over voting rights, as is similar legislation in other states. Now, Texas is facing several lawsuits challenging the legality of the law. One has been filed by […]
Many employers face lawsuits under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) for their alleged failure to compensate their employees. The FLSA imposes certain obligations with regard to paying covered employees. However, the FLSA does not apply to all employees. Exempt workers are not subject to the rules of the FLSA. While employers may try to […]
Landlords and building owners often do not manage their properties themselves. They typically do not have the time or expertise to actually tend to the property. To do this, they hire a specialized property manager who has experience in things like maintenance and collecting rent from tenants. Property managers are responsible for all parts of […]
Many salaried employees in Texas may not think about overtime as something they need to worry about, however, employment law can be complicated, and some salaried employees could be missing out on rightfully earned overtime pay. If an employer fails to properly pay their employees overtime, they could be violating federal and state laws and […]
Sexual abuse can occur to any gender orientation at any age through a variety of scenarios. Only recently as abuse victims have felt more empowered to come forward with their stories, and laws have been changed to extend the ability to file some lawsuits regarding institutional sexual abuse, have the long-term effects of sexual abuse […]
When doing business in Texas, you will inevitably run into some form of contract, either written or verbal, that will create a business relationship with another party. Contracts are meant to put into detail what is legally expected of each party in regards to goods, services, or other concerns. If either party fails to uphold […]
General contractors are the backbone of residential and commercial construction. They are trusted by thousands of Texans each day to keep construction projects moving forward. General contractors often use subcontractors to keep their projects on schedule and complete construction on time. When a general contractor does not pay their subcontractor, what happens? There are many […]
After a loved one passes, it can be an incredibly emotional and stressful time. While dealing with an unimaginable loss, you may also be the named beneficiary of that loved one’s life insurance policy meaning you may receive the benefits listed in that policy. While the process of claiming the benefits should be smooth, some […]
In Texas, workplace sexual harassment laws are changing to give employees more time to file claims against more types of businesses in the state, as two new laws went into effect on September 1, 2021. In the past, businesses with fewer than 15 employees were exempt from sexual harassment claims; however, these new laws apply […]
