Texas law recognizes two types of defamation: defamation and defamation per se. While a plaintiff has to prove actual damages in a defamation claim, such
Author: Leiza Dolghih
I am a business and employment litigator in Texas, board-certified in employment law. I represent both: businesses and employees.
To Protect Trade Secrets, Make Sure the Temporary Injunction Explains What They Are
When a company learns that its former employees are releasing or using the company’s trade secrets, it needs to act fast. No company, therefore, wants
Out With the Old, In With the New: The Texas Uniform Trade Secrets Act (TUTSA) Explained
The Texas Uniform Trade Secrets Act (TUTSA) became effective on September 1, 2013, replacing the hodgepodge of common law, restatements and the Texas Theft Liability
When Are Online Terms Part of a Printed Agreement?
Many companies now use shorter contracts that incorporate the terms and conditions spelled out on a company’s website. It’s an efficient way to keep the
Practical Guide to Enforcing Non-Compete Agreements in Texas (Part I)
You have just learned that one of your former employees might be violating the terms of his non-compete agreement with your company. What should you
Texas Allows Non-Signatories to Enforce Arbitration Agreements
Many companies prefer to resolve their business disputes through arbitration, rather than litigation, because in many cases the arbitration process is faster, cheaper, and more