Electronic signatures are legally valid in Texas, but validity is not the same as defensibility. Execution choices often turn on risk management, not what the statute technically permits.
Why Is Legal Advice Expensive?
Most people seek legal help only after something has gone wrong, when options have already narrowed and costs rise quickly. Legal thinking, however, is forward‑looking. Used early, it can shape decisions, reduce risk, and sometimes even improve outcomes by influencing structure and terms before costs are locked in.
If It Happened in Texas: What an Unmarried Partner Would (and Would Not) Inherit
Texas law does not treat unmarried partners as heirs by default. This post explains what an unmarried partner would inherit—and what they would not—if a death occurred in Texas, including how intestacy rules apply and where common assumptions fail.
When Does a Small Business Need a Lawyer?
Most small businesses do not need a lawyer every day—but there are identifiable moments where legal guidance becomes appropriate. This post explains how to recognize those moments and what changes when a business moves from reactive decisions to proactive ones.
Can a Protected or Registered Series have an Assumed Name?
Yes. A protected or registered series can have an assumed name (i.e., a name that does not include the full legal name of the parent LLC). Filing an Assumed Name for a Protected Series For a protected series, the parent LLC would file an assumed name certificate "on behalf of" the protected series. What does "on behalf of" … Continue reading Can a Protected or Registered Series have an Assumed Name?
FTC Sues Private Equity Firm Engaged in Alleged Anticompetitive Scheme to Consolidate Anesthesiology Practices in Texas
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed a lawsuit against U.S. Anesthesia Partners, Inc. (USAP) and private equity firm Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe, alleging that they engaged in an anticompetitive scheme to consolidate anesthesiology practices in Texas. The FTC claims that USAP and Welsh Carson executed a three-part strategy to monopolize the anesthesiology market … Continue reading FTC Sues Private Equity Firm Engaged in Alleged Anticompetitive Scheme to Consolidate Anesthesiology Practices in Texas
How can a fractional general counsel help me and my business?
Fractional business services are outsourced part-time services provided by independent contractors. Fractional professionals offer their expertise to multiple companies, providing benefits similar to having a part-time employee without the costs associated with hiring a full-time employee. Fractional in-house counsel are not employees of a company but handle all legal matters for the business. Since fractional … Continue reading How can a fractional general counsel help me and my business?
What services can a lawyer provide for my business?
The legal services for which businesses routinely require assistance from attorneys include, but are not limited to: Business formation and registration Taxation Contract review and creation Employment-related issues Business litigation and dispute resolution Commercial transactions Compliance Business succession planning Mergers and acquisitions Business financing Property acquisition and transfers Document review services Conclusion Every situation is … Continue reading What services can a lawyer provide for my business?
Are electronic signatures legally valid in Texas?
Yes, electronic signatures are generally sufficient and legally valid in Texas, as governed by the Texas Business and Commerce Code, particularly in Chapter 322. This section adopts the principles of the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act (UETA) to establish the legal validity and enforceability of electronic signatures and records in business transactions. It states that electronic … Continue reading Are electronic signatures legally valid in Texas?
Texas’ New Patient Safety Law Takes Effect
Under the new law: Doctors who’ve had their medical licenses suspended or revoked in other states are now ineligible to practice in Texas. It’s now a Class A misdemeanor to lie on license applications. All physicians must now undergo criminal background checks and fingerprinting with the Texas Department of Public Safety. All physicians must undergo … Continue reading Texas’ New Patient Safety Law Takes Effect