Buying Out a Business Partner: Key Steps and Considerations
When business partnerships are thriving, they can be highly rewarding. But circumstances change. Whether due to differing visions, retirement, financial needs, or personal conflicts, there may come a time when one partner needs to buy out the other. A business partner buyout is a complex process that requires careful planning to protect...
How To Resolve a Breached Promissory Note
When a promissory note is breached, it can lead to significant financial consequences and legal disputes. Whether you are the lender seeking repayment or the borrower facing allegations of non-payment, understanding your options is critical to resolving the matter efficiently and effectively.
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DBA vs. Trademark: What’s the Difference—and Why It Matters for Your Business
By Sul Lee Law Firm, PLLC
When launching or expanding a business, entrepreneurs often encounter two key terms: DBA (Doing Business As) and trademark. While both relate to how a business presents itself to the public, they serve very different legal functions. At Sul Lee Law Firm, we routinely...
Tips for Avoiding Legal Sinkholes in Real Estate Development
The blueprints might be perfect. The financing might be airtight. But if the contract stumbles, everything else can come undone. Real estate development is less about bricks and beams and more about pages and paragraphs. A misplaced word or a delayed signature can hold a multimillion-dollar project hostage. And once lawyers enter...
Defense Strategies Against Patent Infringement
If you or your company has been accused of patent infringement in Texas, it is essential to act quickly and strategically. Patent litigation can be costly, disruptive, and damaging to your business reputation if not handled properly. Fortunately, there are several legal defenses available that can help you fight back against these...
The Litigation Process for Commercial Lease Breaches
Commercial leases are often the backbone of a business’s physical presence. When one party breaches the lease—whether it’s a tenant failing to pay rent or a landlord neglecting their obligations—the consequences can be serious. These disputes can escalate quickly, sometimes ending in litigation.
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Can I Sue for Breach of Verbal Contract in Texas?
Contracts are the foundation of countless business transactions, but not all agreements are written down. In fact, many business dealings begin with a simple handshake or a phone call. So what happens when someone breaks their end of a verbal agreement? In Texas, the answer may surprise you: yes, you can sue...
Legal Remedies for Breaches in Construction Contracts
In the fast-paced world of construction, contracts are critical to keeping projects on track and managing expectations between owners, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers. But when one party fails to uphold their end of the agreement, it can lead to costly delays, disputes, and even project failure. Understanding the legal remedies available in...
The Process for a DMCA Takedown Notice
In today’s digital-first business world, protecting your intellectual property (IP) online is more important than ever. Content creators, businesses, and rights holders often find their copyrighted work, such as images, music, text, videos, or software, used online without permission. Fortunately, the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) provides a clear process for...
Unique Challenges in Shareholder Dispute Cases
Shareholder disputes can be some of the most complex and contentious legal matters in business law. Whether a dispute arises between business partners in a small company or among shareholders in a large corporation, these conflicts can have significant financial and operational consequences. In Texas, businesses facing shareholder disputes must navigate unique...