Frequently, property owners in Texas with mineral rights sign oil and gas leases. These contracts give companies the option of extracting resources from the property by establishing wells there. Oil and gas leases can provide regular revenue for property owners,...
Lufkin Legal Blog
When must LLCs and corporations file ownership reports?
For many businesses, ownership is quite clear. There is one proprietor of the company or partners identified by name on critical paperwork. Other times, the company may have an opaque structure. Limited liability companies (LLCs) and corporations have business names...
Why all startups need an employee handbook
You decided to make your garage hobby legit and began your own startup. You did everything by the book and are ready to recruit employees any day. But don’t put the cart before the horse. Have you drafted your employee handbook yet? That is an important component that...
3 critical needs when starting a new business
Creating a business can lay the foundation for future financial success. The startup stage often requires the assistance of an attorney familiar with both federal and state regulations, especially for those with larger-than-life dreams. There are laws that govern...
Do you have to establish an escrow account when buying a home?
Buying a home involves several key steps, from finding the right property to securing financing and finalizing the closing documents. One concern that generally must be addressed during this process is escrow. For first-time buyers, especially, the concept can be...
How do underride accidents happen with large trucks?
When a car collides with a large truck, the results can be devastating. One of the most dangerous types of crashes is an underride accident. This happens when a smaller vehicle slides underneath the trailer of a big rig. Because trucks sit much higher than passenger...
How to handle delayed communication during estate administration
Executors and beneficiaries alike can feel overwhelmed by the volume of tasks, paperwork and deadlines that accompany the settlement of a loved one’s estate. Clear and timely communication is key to reducing stress, but in many cases, communication between parties...
Why you need to update your estate plan after a divorce
It’s crucial to update your estate plan when circumstances in your life change. This ensures your estate plan reflects your existing wishes. One of the changes that calls for an update is the dissolution of a marriage. If you go through a divorce, you need to make...
Are loved ones liable for a decedent’s debts?
Losing a loved one is an emotionally charged situation, but it’s one that triggers a series of tasks that must be handled. One thing that some people don’t think about when their loved one dies is what’s going to happen to the debts that the individual had. Those...
How civil court injunctions help protect trade secrets
Trade secrets are non-public information that can give a company a competitive advantage. Recipes, special production methods, private suppliers and even client lists can be trade secrets that help a company operate profitably. Businesses with trade secrets often...


