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When Should I Hire a Business Attorney?

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As a new business owner, hiring an attorney can seem like a daunting task. You may be unsure if you need a lawyer at all, much less what they can help you with. Our team at Dan Burke Attorney at Law in San Antonio, TX is ready to answer those…

​​Do I Need A Real Estate Attorney?

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If you're currently planning to purchase or sell a home or property, a real estate agent is generally the first person to contact. Real estate agents are traditionally seen as the go-to professionals for securing a mortgage and closing on a house. However, in many states, real estate attorneys also…

Wondering What An NDA Is?

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The term "NDA" is frequently heard in the news, but what does it actually mean? How do they affect us at the business level or the personal level? Non-disclosure agreements (NDA's) are legal contract agreements that can be difficult to understand at first. Dan Burke Law provides readers with an…

Differences Between a Business and Corporate Attorney

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Whether you’re starting a new business in San Antonio or already have a well-established business, hiring a trustworthy attorney for legal representation is crucial to your success. Not only will an attorney help protect your business by making sure you’re complying with laws and regulations, but they also help you…

What is a “Corporate Divorce”?

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Most of us are familiar with a “marital divorce” – a married couple marks the end of their union by separating their lives, including all the property that makes up the couple’s estate. But did you know that business partners can experience divorce as well? This is called a “corporate…

Trademarks vs DBAs

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Trademarks vs Doing Business As If you’re starting a new business, you know there are a lot of things you need to check off on your to-do list. One of those is most likely registering your business name and/or logo legally. But how do you know if a trademark or…

What You Need To Know About Breaches Of Contract

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If you are new to the business world or new to signing contracts, staying informed on how to protect yourself is important. There are many different types of breaches of contract – but do you know how to handle them? Here at Dan Burke Attorney At Law, we are experts…

What Is Considered A Binding Contract?

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Contracts can be difficult to understand when you first read through. They are often full of legal terminology, and each state has different requirements for what makes a contract legally binding. All of these factors can quickly make it seem impossible to tell if a contract is binding or not. …

What is a “Non-Compete” Agreement?

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Though we might all be guilty of not reading Terms and Conditions in their entirety, it’s still important to understand exactly what you’re agreeing to by signing any dotted lines. One common form that employees may encounter is a non-compete agreement, and it’s crucial to know all the strings that…