Pay When Paid vs Pay If Paid
Contingent Payment Clauses for the Subcontractor Imagine that you have signed a contract with a new general contractor. You have worked diligently to complete the work under contract and have complied with all of the contract requirements for your scope of work. After finishing the work, you have submitted your pay application/invoice to the general […]
The Benefits of Employment Forms and Personnel Records
Benjamin Franklin said “Remember that time is money.” This sentiment has been repeated over and over since he first wrote it over two hundred and fifty years ago. Many people use this phrase to mean that if you are wasting time, you are wasting money. While this is true and helps businesses become more efficient, […]
Restrictive Covenants, What are they? -Kelly Stamy
POTENTIAL TRAP OF RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS IN TEXAS A restrictive covenant in employment law is an agreement between a business and a worker (either a employee or independent contractor) restricting the worker from competing or soliciting the business’s workers or customers after the worker ceases to work with the business. Texas will enforce a restrictive covenant […]
Why Liens Work Part 2
How does one perfect a lien? The most important aspect of perfecting a lien is giving timely notice to the relevant parties in the action. Texas law has strict rules regarding notice, in order to ensure that anyone who may be vulnerable to a lien claim is given sufficient time and opportunity to minimize their […]
Why Liens Work
Have you ever wondered why liens work? Mechanic’s and Materialmen’s Liens originated in the U.S. by statue. The first lien law was passed in the state of Maryland, in 1791, in order to enable the “master builders to secure a lien on houses erected and land occupied.” Other states eventually followed suit by enacting laws […]
Why an Attorney is Your Friend
First, you may be asking yourself, “How can an attorney be my friend?” A valid question. Second, you may be thinking of the stigma that can be associated with having an attorney. However, an attorney’s job is to protect you and your rights, as well as your business. The road of business law is long […]
Slaying the Beast, Part 2: Debt Collection Post-Judgment
Now that you have crossed your eyes and plotted your liens in an effort to collect on a debt, you have a brand new judgment in your pocket and are now ready for action. You’ve done everything within your legal power up to this point. It’s time to finally get paid…one way or another. Enter a World […]
Food from the Bar Begins, Supporting Houston Food Bank
The Cromeens Law Firm is proud to be a sponsor-and drop-off location-for the annual Houston Food Bank, Food from the Bar drive. Every year, about 800,000 hungry Houstonians and folks from across the 18 counties served-our neighbors-rely on the Houston Food Bank to open its doors and empty its shelves so a hot meal can […]
Make a Wish Come True–Cromeens Seeking Supplies to Assist Today’s Harbor for Children
Create a Safe Harbor We all need a helping hand from time to time. That’s why Cromeens is calling on its merry band of supporters to contribute to Today’s Harbor for Children, a nonprofit organization assisting southeast Texas children who suffer from the effects of abuse and neglect. Let’s get right to it! To get […]
Cromeens Business Formation Package Hits Home Run for Texas Companies
Taking the proper steps to ensure a sound business formation allows an owner to protect herself and her private assets against harmful legal action in the event of an unwanted scenario. The Cromeens Law Firm now offers a Business Formation Package that addresses all the requirements, as well as the desirables, involved in establishing a state-recognized, legally formidable company.