Only a small percentage of filed civil lawsuits ever reach a courtroom. In fact, various studies have shown that 90 to 95% of civil disputes are resolved before a jury is ever selected. These statistics speak a powerful narrative about how the civil justice system and the ability to resolve disputes amicably actually work in…
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If you have spent any time running a business, you understand that even the most successful organizations eventually face disagreements. Contracts are interpreted differently, partners begin to envision the company’s future in opposite ways, and workplace concerns can escalate faster than expected. Most of the time, experienced leaders work through these issues privately and move…
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Most people have a gut-level reaction when they find out someone wants to sue their company. Like many owners, they put in a great deal of hard work into their business; therefore, facing a lawsuit feels deeply personal. But now is not the time to panic. When someone threatens legal action, or your company is…
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Business disputes can be challenging and stressful. Not only can they disrupt daily operations, but for many owners, they strain relationships that once felt like an unbreakable bond and create enough distractions to steer everyone’s focus away from long-term business goals. By being aware of these risks, you can prevent many business disputes from happening…
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Are you or a loved one considering a move to a nursing home or assisted living facility? Once you have chosen a location you feel comfortable with, a critical first step before moving in is to sign a litany of paperwork and other admissions documents. While this is a common practice for any facility, it’s…
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When you face litigation, either because you are suing someone or trying to defend yourself and your livelihood, the first legal step is hiring a business litigation attorney. For starters, Texas law considers a business a separate legal entity. Therefore, an individual whose business is the party with the claim or being sued cannot represent…
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Your company has been sued, or someone (a client, business partner, competitor, municipality, etc.) wants to sue your company. What do you do? For starters, do not panic. Suits against well-run, ethical companies such as yours happen all the time. While it is true that many of those disputes can get nasty and complicated depending…
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Many of us do not think about the possibility of one day being sued. To us, the idea of something like that happening is too far-fetched — things would have to really go off the rails in life or business for us to be stuck in a position like that. But the reality is that…
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