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When a corporate client, vendor or commercial partner violates a contract, your enterprise faces immediate financial exposure. Taking quick action in court stops financial harm and protects your rights. Commercial lawsuits in Texas follow three main steps to help...
When a worker leaves with your secret files, swift action protects your firm. The Texas Uniform Trade Secrets Act gives businesses strong tools to fight data theft and secure key assets. The new Texas Business Courts now handle major corporate disputes and these...
Texas shareholders hold the power to protect their companies from internal harm. A derivative lawsuit allows an individual to sue on behalf of the corporation when its leaders fail to act. This action ensures that directors and officers remain accountable to the...
Minority shareholders in Texas often face tough battles when majority owners abuse their power. Texas law no longer recognizes a broad claim for shareholder oppression but you still have legal protections. When the majority tries to push you out or devalue your...
You expect and need those in positions of trust to handle your business affairs competently and ethically. Unfortunately, though, there’s a real possibility that business assets will be mismanaged, causing harm to your business reputation and your bottom line. These...
Congratulations to attorney Pete Patterson, who has once again been selected to the prestigious Super Lawyers list for 2025! This marks his 19th year being recognized for his excellence in the legal field, a testament to his dedication and skill. 2025 is also the 8th...
Contracts form the backbone of business relationships. When one party fails to fulfil the terms of the contract, the other may be able to hold them accountable for the breach. A breach of contract happens when one party does not perform as promised in the agreement....
Business disputes can arise from contractual disagreements, employment issues, or partnership conflicts. Regardless of the cause, business leaders are well aware of the need to resolve these disputes efficiently — but what is the best option? Effective dispute...
Savvy business owners know that innovations are an important part of success. Unfortunately, competitors also know this and will go to extreme measures to take advantage and even copy or steal successful technological innovations. As such, it is important that...
August 21, 2025 -- Patterson PC is pleased to announce that Pete T. Patterson has been included in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal...