by attorney-austin | Jul 11, 2010 | Business, Law
Limited liability is one of the most successful commercial creations of all time, almost singularly responsible for the growth and expansion of capitalism. Encouraging risk and promoting successful enterprise through both small and large businesses alike, limited... by attorney-austin | Nov 16, 2009 | Business
Trademark Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) What does it mean to “trademark” a business or product name or logo? Trademark ownership is usually determined by who uses the mark first in a commercial setting. So, by simply using a name, logo, or other symbol... by attorney-austin | Nov 16, 2009 | Business
Employer Liability Under Respondeat Superior In general, people are not liable for the actions of others. There are, however, exceptions to this rule. One long-standing exception is the doctrine of “respondeat superior,” a Latin term meaning “let the... by attorney-austin | Nov 16, 2009 | Business
Liability for Employee Cellular Phone Use In one decade, cellular telephone use has gone from being a novelty for the fortunate few, to being commonplace in our society. Most Americans have a “cell phone” and many use them while driving. In light of the... by attorney-austin | Nov 13, 2009 | Real Estate
Criminal Acts in Common Areas: Liability of the Association By collecting fees from individual condominium owners, a condominium association typically agrees to maintain the common areas of the complex. However, the association may also be required to take reasonable...