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Why Every Small Business Needs Contract Review

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Why Every Small Business Needs Contract Review

Entering into contracts is an integral part of running a business. Getting things in writing can help establish a strong and honest...

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It's Time for Your 2023 Legal Checkup

A legal checkup can be just as important as a regular checkup with your doctor. Similar to a medical checkup, not paying attention to...

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Five Small Business Trends for 2023

The end of 2022 is fast approaching, and with it comes the start of a new year. After all the recent upheavals, many small business...

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How to Change Your Business Entity

A change of business entity, also called business entity conversion or statutory conversion, is the legal process of converting your...

What Should Texas Small Business Owners Pay Themselves?

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What Should Texas Small Business Owners Pay Themselves?

Many small business owners have trouble figuring out an appropriate take-home pay as the company expands, and some don’t pay themselves...

Is Your Business Protected Against Hackers & Cyber Criminals?

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Is Your Business Protected Against Hackers & Cyber Criminals?

October was National Cybersecurity Month. Its purpose was to alert and inform small businesses to the continuing threat posed by hackers...

The Role of In-House Counsel for Small Businesses

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The Role of In-House Counsel for Small Businesses

At Armstrong The Law Firm, P.C. we provide small and medium-sized businesses with the same executive-level legal resources as their...

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Business Mergers in Texas

Texas has an excellent system of business statutory laws enabling business owners to have great flexibility in planning and structuring...

What is the Breach of Contract Law in Texas?

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What is the Breach of Contract Law in Texas?

Texas breach of contract laws provide a legal remedy in instances where one party fails to uphold the terms of a contract. A breach of...

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What is Intellectual Property?

Intellectual property (IP) refers to creations of the mind, such as inventions; literary and artistic works; designs; and symbols, names...

Can Your Business Be Sued for Personal Injury?

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Can Your Business Be Sued for Personal Injury?

For every company, big or small, that welcomes customers or visitors onto its premises, personal injury lawsuits are a cost of doing...

Can Another Business Use Your Company Name in Texas?

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Can Another Business Use Your Company Name in Texas?

Filing Articles of Incorporation, a Certificate of Formation, an Assumed Name Certificate, and/or a "dba" does not give you any rights to...

The Most Common Small Business Legal Issues

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The Most Common Small Business Legal Issues

Small business owners are often faced with various legal issues that can be crippling to their business. One of the best ways for them to...

What Small Businesses Should Know about Advertising and the Law

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What Small Businesses Should Know about Advertising and the Law

Small businesses should be aware of all laws pertaining advertising. According to the FTC, ads must be truthful and non-deceptive and...

How to Change from a Sole Proprietorship to an LLC

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How to Change from a Sole Proprietorship to an LLC

There comes a time when a sole proprietor wants to formalize the business. Perhaps you realized that your side hobby is now a legitimate...

How the Texas Sales Tax Applies to Information Technology Services

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How the Texas Sales Tax Applies to Information Technology Services

Under certain circumstances, information technology and associated services may be subject to Texas sales and use tax. The specifics...

Does Your Business Adequately Support Employees with Disabilities?

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Does Your Business Adequately Support Employees with Disabilities?

Businesses have been trying for years to piecemeal together solutions to support individuals with disabilities. But most companies don't...

How Does Remote Work Affect Productivity?

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How Does Remote Work Affect Productivity?

With the world discovering alternative ways to work without human contact, the work from home force is getting a facelift. Companies must...

The Pros & Cons of Government Contracting for Small Businesses

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The Pros & Cons of Government Contracting for Small Businesses

The federal government is launching various initiatives to stimulate the economy. More and more government business contracts will be...

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What is the Fair Labor Standards Act?

The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is a federal law which establishes minimum wage, overtime pay eligibility, recordkeeping, and child...