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Can a Texas Shareholder Sue the Board Without Asking First? What a New Business Court Ruling Says
Texas requires a written demand on the board and a 91 day wait before a derivative suit. A...
Who Can Legally Own a Medical Practice in Texas?
Texas has no corporate practice of medicine statute. Only a physician may own a Texas medical practice, with...
Can You Sue Your Business Partner Personally in Texas? What a New Business Court Ruling Says
A Fort Worth Business Court ruling dismissed every claim an LLC member brought against his co-owner because the...
When Can a Texas Business Owner Be Held Personally Liable?
Texas shields LLC members by statute. Personal liability turns on actual fraud for direct personal benefit, a guaranty...
Does an As Is Clause End a Texas Tenant’s Claims? What a New Business Court Ruling Says
An October 2, 2026 Texas Business Court ruling: an as is clause did not bar a tenant's counterclaims...
What Happens After an OSHA Citation in Texas?
You have 15 working days from the notice of proposed penalty to contest an OSHA citation, and an...
Can You Sue for Fraud After Signing a Texas Release Agreement?
A September 22, 2026 Texas Business Court ruling dismissed six claims with prejudice. Why a signed disclaimer of...
What Counts as a Trade Secret Under Texas Law?
Texas trade secret law has two tests: reasonable secrecy steps and value from secrecy. How Chapter 134A defines...
Can a Texas LLC Remove a Member Without Notice? What a New Business Court Ruling Says
A September 2026 Texas Business Court ruling tossed an expelled LLC member's no-notice claims because the company agreement...
What Should Be in a Texas LLC Company Agreement?
Under Texas Section 101.107 an LLC member cannot withdraw or be expelled. Your company agreement is the only...
Does Your Texas Business Dispute Belong in the Business Court?
The Texas Business Court turned two on September 1. Jurisdiction now starts at $5 million. An unagreed removal...
What Makes a Non-Compete Enforceable Under Texas Law?
Texas Section 15.50 requires a non-compete be ancillary to an enforceable agreement and reasonable in time, area and...