7-Eleven Inc. has agreed to terms with Marathon Petroleum Corp. that would allow 7-Eleven to add Speedway LLC to its holdings. The deal effectively combines the largest and third-largest convenience store chains in the country. Texas is one of 35 states that is home...
Business Law
Congress changes the terms of the PPP
On Behalf of Blazier, Christensen, Browder & Virr, P.C. | Jun 15, 2020 | Business Law
Many Texas small businesses have received funds from the federal government pursuant to the Paycheck Protection Program. It is important that business owners understand the rules governing this program and when they can receive loan forgiveness. Recently, Congress...
Forming an LLC in Texas
On Behalf of Blazier, Christensen, Browder & Virr, P.C. | May 21, 2020 | Business Law
Choosing the appropriate business structure for a new commercial venture is one of the most important decisions that entrepreneurs in Texas and around the country make. Forming a sole proprietorship is the quickest and easiest way to get a new business up and running,...
What to consider when forming your LLC
On Behalf of Blazier, Christensen, Browder & Virr, P.C. | Jan 21, 2020 | Business Law
If you are looking to limit your liability as a business owner, it may be best to look into organizing your organization as a limited liability company (LLC). Texas law allows companies to use the LLC structure, and the same is true in most other states in the...
Texas energy industry principals are psyched over this news
On Behalf of Blazier, Christensen, Browder & Virr, P.C. | Dec 10, 2019 | Business Law
The good news just keeps on coming for Texas commercial entrepreneurs and established business principals.And it is preceded by myriad ongoing reports underscoring the state’s seemingly bullet-proof economy and continuous expansion across multiple growth...
The careful planning linked with a successful merger or acquisition
On Behalf of Blazier, Christensen, Browder & Virr, P.C. | Nov 13, 2019 | Business Law
Businesses in Central Texas and elsewhere seek to combine for widely varied reasons.The owners of an established company might be looking for a buyer to simply cash out and proceed to next-step opportunities. Partners are perhaps retiring. A business model might have...
Employment law: a widely encompassing concern for business managers
On Behalf of Blazier, Christensen, Browder & Virr, P.C. | Oct 18, 2019 | Business Law
It’s a broad universe.In fact, the truly expansive realm of employment law is a front-and-center concern for businesses of all types in Central Texas and across the country. And it’s certainly understandable why.The work relationship between employers and...
Business Contract Mistakes to Avoid
On Behalf of Blazier, Christensen, Browder & Virr, P.C. | Sep 6, 2019 | Business Law
Contracts make the business world go round -- but you might be surprised at some of the simple yet critical steps that business owners can skip when they're preparing an important contract. Do everything you can to avoid these potentially catastrophic contract...
Hire a Business Lawyer Before You Buy That Franchise
On Behalf of Blazier, Christensen, Browder & Virr, P.C. | Sep 6, 2019 | Business Law
Buying a franchise can provide an ambitious business owner with some wonderful opportunities -- but it can also create some unanticipated legal headaches. If you’re giving serious thought to becoming a franchisee, you need to give equally serious thought to engaging a...
The Legal Side of Business Acquisitions
On Behalf of Blazier, Christensen, Browder & Virr, P.C. | Sep 6, 2019 | Business Law
Business acquisitions can be complex transactions. Whether you're buying a business or selling a business, it pays to have an experienced business attorney on your side. Here are some basic considerations we can help you with. Buying a Business Business purchases may...