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The law recognizes that certain relationships are so important that breaches of those relationships are grounds for damages in civil court. Such a relationship carries what is known as a fiduciary duty, and a breach of that duty may prompt a lawsuit. If someone owes you a fiduciary duty, it means that he or…

If you’re starting up a business, there are a million things to oversee, and you may not even think about hiring a business lawyer. However, having a business lawyer on hand can make your life easier in a number of ways. From navigating contracts to protecting you from lawsuits, a business lawyer is invaluable…

No matter the size of your business, you’ll need experienced business lawyers at your side to help you navigate the inevitable legal disputes that arise when running a company. Here are some of the many ways a corporate litigator can help your business thrive: Contact Our Austin Business Lawyers Today At Shaw Cowart LLP,…

Recently, the Texas Supreme Court handed down two decisions regarding the economic loss rule. The decisions, on their face, look to be completely inconsistent with each other. One states that a subcontractor can be sued for negligence in a breach of a contract action, and the other states the subcontractor cannot.  However, while the…

The actions you take when starting a business can potentially set you up for success or increase the likelihood that you will face legal challenges in the future. Do you know what to do? The following infographic highlights five important areas you must address when starting your business. The attorneys at Shaw Cowart LLP…

Both tenants and landlords are constrained by leases. A landlord generally cannot raise the rent or force a tenant to move out before the lease ends unless the tenant materially breached the lease in some way (for example, they fail to pay rent). Tenants, unless extraordinary circumstances exist, are generally legally bound to pay…

The area of employment law is made up of a myriad of type of claims (discrimination, harassment, worker’s compensation, whistleblower claims, etc.) and often a maze of federal, state and local statutes along with any governing law. Often, employees have to satisfy prerequisites prior to taking their case to court and their failure to…

People involved in business disputes often rush to judgment and reflexively decide to sue. Here are some things to think about before deciding to start a lawsuit: Do you have a good case? Not only do you need to have a genuine legal claim or “cause of action,” but it must also be valued…

Austin, Texas business attorney Ethan Shaw discusses Shaw Cowart LLP’s experience with representing companies for in high stakes “Bet the Company” litigation. Business disputes create unnecessary expense and divert time, energy and resources away from the focus of your business. When that dispute could wreak havoc on your company, you need dependable attorneys who…

Austin, Texas business attorney John Cowart discusses issues you should consider early in a breach of contract case. At Shaw Cowart LLP, because we have substantial business litigation experience, we know that it is best to research the case early in the process to ensure that you don’t spend money in litigation when your…