Covers legal issues affecting companies and commercial activity, including business formation and governance, contracts and transactions, sales and distribution, and regulatory compliance. Also addresses commercial disputes, licensing, franchising, and consumer and trade practices.
A personal guarantee in a Texas commercial lease is usually enforceable once the tenant LLC defaults—if the guarantee is properly signed and the landlord can prove damages. Texas landlords commonly pursue the guarantor for unpaid rent, accelerated rent (if allowed), operating expenses, and certain enforcement costs. This article explains the steps, evidence, notices, defenses, and […]
In 2026, a foreign LLC must file an Application for Registration with the Texas Secretary of State and pay a $750 filing fee to legally transact business in Texas. Texas treats an out-of-state LLC as “foreign” even if it’s formed in another U.S. state. This guide explains the forms, fees, deadlines, and compliance steps to […]
Florida generally requires a foreign LLC to register with the Florida Division of Corporations before “transacting business,” and failure can lead to civil penalties and loss of the right to sue in Florida courts. Many out-of-state companies accidentally trigger “unlicensed business” exposure by signing Florida contracts, opening locations, or hiring staff before qualifying. This article […]
The First Sale Doctrine lets you resell, lend, or donate a lawfully purchased physical copy without the copyright owner’s permission. It often doesn’t apply to software because many copies are distributed under license terms that restrict transfer. This article explains how first sale works for books and media, why software is different, and the main […]
