If you have been following aviation accident news over the last year, there have been some high-profile incidents. For example, a regional jet and a Black Hawk helicopter collided and crashed into the Potomac River last year. Accidents like these draw national...
Dallas Legal Issues Blog
What should a business partnership agreement include?
Many people start businesses with friends or family. No matter how much people trust the person they are going into business with, it is essential to establish a business partnership agreement. This written legal agreement establishes the professional relationship...
Is alternative dispute resolution beneficial in a contract?
Business projects often involve many parties, timelines and complex deliverables, all of which have to come together in just the right manner for the project to be successful. One issue that occurs sometimes is that each of these facets of the project can become the...
Just how safe is the airline industry?
While airline crashes still make headlines when they occur, the fact is that the airline industry is not just safe — it’s getting safer. According to a professor and safety researcher at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), “Aviation safety continues to...
Business processes can be duplicated without patent protection
Unfortunately, many business owners overlook the importance of patenting their innovative methods. While they might trademark their brand name or logo, they often fail to protect the underlying systems or workflows that make their business distinctive. This leaves...
Who is liable for costs caused by defective airplane components?
Aviation incidents can be the result of operator error. They can also occur due to issues with the airplane itself. Sometimes, the issue that leads to an aviation incident begins with a defective airplane component. Components that fail during airplane operation can...
Determining venue for airplane incident claims is challenging
Many people travel around the world on airplanes, but they may not have ever thought about what will happen if they suffer an in-flight injury. In the United States, federal law applies from the time that aircraft doors close until they open again. But does this...
5 mistakes that could scuttle your appeal
Filing an appeal after an unfavorable verdict is a significant decision that requires careful planning and precision. Appeals are not a second trial but a review of whether the lower court made legal errors. Missteps in preparing or presenting an appeal can easily...
What to include in a cease-and-desist letter
If someone uses your intellectual property (IP) rights without your permission, you should send them a cease-and-desist letter. This is the first step to protecting your rights. It allows you to resolve the issue earlier. Here is what to include in your...
3 signs a contract breach between business partners is imminent
When two businesses come together in partnership, a clear and well-drafted contract forms the backbone of their relationship. Contracts are designed to set expectations, define responsibilities and provide a framework for resolving disputes. However, even the most...

