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Mechanic’s Lien Rights for Subcontractors Under Texas Property Code Chapter 53
Understanding Mechanic’s Lien Rights for Subcontractors in Texas: What You Can Recover Under Chapter 53 A few months ago, I was tasked with drafting a letter to an entity that...Read More
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Case Study: Johnny Merritt and the Real-Life Bernie Case
Merritt Law Founder Johnny Merritt Helped Keep the Real-Life Subject of Bernie Behind Bars The 2011 film Bernie, a dark comedy directed by Richard Linklater, portrayed a strange legal case....Read More
When Does a Small Business Need a Lawyer?
The Best Time for a Small Business to Hire a Lawyer Is Before You Need One When starting a small business, hiring a lawyer is probably the last thing most...Read More
Benefits of an Outside General Counsel
An Outside General Counsel Can Be the Right Legal Solution for Many Growing Businesses Running a business means dealing with a wide range of challenges—and inevitably, many of those challenges...Read More
What Does a Corporate Lawyer Do?
Here's What an Effective Corporate Lawyer Will Do for Your Business At a certain point, every business or corporation will need legal representation. That said, we recognize that business leaders...Read More
Choosing the Right Corporate Lawyer
Consider These Factors When Choosing a Corporate Lawyer Understanding how to choose the right corporate lawyer is crucial for business owners. The right corporate attorney can become an extension of...Read More