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What you need to know about zoning in commercial real estate
Zoning laws have a huge impact on business because they dictate where a person may operate a business and make some areas off-limits to commercial activity. When looking at commercial real estate, the Small Busines Association explains it is up to the buyer to pay...
Know the laws for Texas motorcyclists
According to data from the Governors Highway Safety Association, Texas has more motorcycle fatalities per 10,000 registered riders than any other state except Mississippi. While the roads can be dangerous for bikers, following the applicable laws can help prevent many...
What makes noncompete agreements enforceable?
People that you employ may have access to your sensitive business information, like your sales data or your client list. To prevent your employees from using your information to compete against you, you may have them sign a noncompete agreement. A noncompete may bring...
Are there positive aspects to eminent domain?
Property ownership grants you certain rights. However, in particular circumstances, the government has the right to forcibly separate you from your property according to the principle of eminent domain. There are rules that apply to this practice; the government must...
What are the limitations on eminent domain?
If the government or another entity wishes to take a portion of property you own, then you must ensure it has the right to do so under eminent domain and all actions taken as part of the process honor your rights. The Office of the Attorney General of Texas explains...
Is drowsy driving really a big concern?
Texas residents share the road with many different drivers. There are many types of cars, too. With each variable, a new and unique danger presents itself. Let us narrow down our focus to one branch of dangerous driving behavior. Today, we will discuss distracted...
What is the leading cause of spinal cord injuries?
Spinal cord injuries are one of the most dangerous injuries you can sustain. Not only are the changes from this type of injury often permanent, but they may also result in paralysis. Perhaps unsurprisingly, car accidents are the number one cause of spinal cord...
Is it possible to stop eminent domain proceedings?
The government has the right to condemn private property to make public improvements. While this eminent domain process allows the government to condemn property, it must also justly compensate the landowner for doing it. There are specific things a government entity...
What damages can come from a breach of contract?
No matter the size or scope of your business in Denton, having a contracted partner walk away from your agreement can be a damaging blow to your operations. Depending on the circumstances in which they choose to do so, however, you may choose to bring a claim for...
Proving negligent entrustment in Texas
Your hopes for receiving compensation following a car accident in Denton may immediately disappear the moment the driver who caused it reveals they are not driving their own car. In such a scenario, you might wonder what sort of legal recourse is available to you....
