Author: O'Neill Law, PLLC

As a business owner in Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW), you know that economic uncertainty can bring both challenges and opportunities. From supply chain disruptions to market volatility, the past week alone has seen significant shifts, including stock market drops and rising costs impacting Texas businesses. While these conditions can test your operations, they also heighten the […]

If you’re a small business owner, employer, or professional in Texas, you’ve likely encountered a non-compete agreement at some point—either signing one as an employee or asking your team to sign one to protect your business. These contracts, designed to prevent employees from jumping ship to a competitor or starting a rival company, have long […]

On March 21, 2025, a Texas federal jury in the Eastern District handed down a verdict that’s got trademark lawyers—and guitar enthusiasts—across the Lone Star State buzzing. In Gibson Brands Inc. v. Armadillo Distribution Enterprises, the iconic guitar maker Gibson scored a win against Florida-based Armadillo for infringing its legendary guitar shape trademarks, like the […]

Running a small business in Texas—whether in Fort Worth, the broader DFW area, or surrounding counties like Tarrant or Denton—comes with its share of challenges. From managing cash flow to keeping customers happy, business owners juggle countless responsibilities. But when a legal dispute arises, those day-to-day concerns can quickly escalate into a threat to your […]

Running a small business in Texas is no small feat. Whether you’re slinging brisket in a BBQ joint, crafting custom furniture in the Hill Country, or launching a tech idea in Houston, you’ve got enough on your plate without legal headaches. But here’s the catch: some of the biggest risks to your business aren’t from […]

Whether you’re just launching a new venture or have been running your business for a while, one of the most critical steps you can take to protect your brand is filing for a trademark. It’s easy to overlook this in the whirlwind of starting or managing a business—after all, there are products to develop, customers […]

In our previous blog post, we alerted you to the reinstated Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act, with a deadline of March 21, 2025, for most U.S. businesses to file their reports. However, a significant update from the U.S. Department of the Treasury this week has shifted the landscape once […]

A recent court ruling has changed the compliance deadline for the Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report, a new federal requirement under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). Many business owners are unaware of this obligation, and with the updated deadline now set for March 21, 2025, it’s important to understand what this means and how to […]