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Was It Fraud? 5 Elements of Texas Fraud Claims

Fraud & Fraudulent Transfer

If you’re concerned about a potential fraud claim, you may have questions about what fraud really is. In casual conversation, we often refer to someone as a fraud or call a claim “fraudulent”. However, the law contains five specific elements…

4 Methods of Getting a Business Divorce

Business Divorce & Private Company Disputes

When you need a business divorce, you can break up the business using one of four common methods. Ending a business relationship is never easy, but sometimes it becomes necessary. The method by which you break up the business will…

You’ve Been Served: Dealing with a Small Business Lawsuit

You’ve Been Served: Dealing with a Business Lawsuit

Business Divorce & Private Company Disputes Business

If your business has been served with a lawsuit, you probably have questions about how to deal with it. Handling and resolving a business lawsuit is a task best suited for business lawyers. You should seek legal representation as soon…

Do Directors Owe an Informal Fiduciary Duty to Shareholders?

Business

A recent decision by the Texas Supreme Court questions whether directors owe an informal fiduciary duty to shareholders. The case, Estate of Poe, No. 20-0178 (Tex. June 17, 2022), explores a transaction made by a closely held corporation’s sole director…

Was It a Breach of Fiduciary Duty? 6 Duties Owed by Fiduciaries

Fiduciary

Are you wondering whether an action by a fiduciary was a breach of fiduciary duty? Then it’s time to learn more about the duties owed by fiduciaries to their principals. If you think that you have encountered a breach in…

3 Reasons to Hire a Business Litigator to Review Your Business Contract

Business Business Divorce & Private Company Disputes

You should hire a business litigator to review your business contract before you sign it. Having a lawyer take a close look at the contract language could be crucial. Your lawyer can help you protect your business from potential litigation.…

Is There a Law Firm Near Me Who Can Help with My Case?

Litigation

Have you been wondering “is there a law firm near me who can help with my case?” You’re not the only one. Our law firm has helped many clients who need knowledgeable, experienced lawyers in their area. Henke, Williams &…

What Are an Executor’s Duties?

Probate Litigation, Contested Wills, Trusts, & Estates Fiduciary

If you have been appointed the executor of an estate, you may need to learn more about your duties. Executors are in charge of wrapping up people’s estates after they die. This important position has many responsibilities related to distributing…

5 Types of Damages for Breach of Contract

Business Construction Litigation Real Estate

Are you wondering about seeking damages for breach of contract? There are five important types of damages that might be available, depending on your situation: compensatory damages, specific performance, an injunction, liquidated damages, or rescission. If you are dealing with…

4 Signs that Partners May Need a Business Divorce

Business Divorce & Private Company Disputes Business

Unfortunately, all signs may indicate that business partners need a business divorce after trying to run a joint venture together. A “business divorce” refers to ending a business relationship. This could include dissolving the business, splitting up assets, selling the…

How Close Corporations Can Handle Shareholder Disputes

Business Divorce & Private Company Disputes Business

Close corporations may need to handle shareholder disputes that could have a significant effect on their businesses. When minority shareholders disagree with decisions affecting how a corporation is run, they could raise a legal challenge in court. If you are…

Business Divorce and Breach of Contract: Learn More!

Business Divorce & Private Company Disputes Business

If your business divorce could involve a breach of contract issue, you need to learn more about your legal rights. Business partners who break up may need to deal with ending contracts that they have formed while running their business.…

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Was It Fraud? 5 Elements of Texas Fraud Claims

4 Methods of Getting a Business Divorce

You’ve Been Served: Dealing with a Business Lawsuit

Do Directors Owe an Informal Fiduciary Duty to Shareholders?

Was It a Breach of Fiduciary Duty? 6 Duties Owed by Fiduciaries

3 Reasons to Hire a Business Litigator to Review Your Business Contract

Is There a Law Firm Near Me Who Can Help with My Case?

What Are an Executor’s Duties?

5 Types of Damages for Breach of Contract

4 Signs that Partners May Need a Business Divorce

Business Divorce and Breach of Contract: Learn More!

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