Texas proudly bills itself as a “right to work” state. In fact, Texas was the very first such state, although as of now, some 27 others have followed suit according to the National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation. Contrary to what you may have heard, “right to work” laws have nothing to do with the idea of employment-at-will, nor with whether or not noncompete agreements are enforceable. Rather, these laws make it illegal for workers to be required to join or pay fees to a union as a condition of employment. Proponents of these statutes argue that they are all about protecting individual freedom. As with most laws, however, it’s not that simple. Continue reading “The “Right to Work” – I Don’t Think It Means What You Think It Means”
How to Protect Your Brand Without Filing a Trademark
Your trademark tells consumers that your products or services come from you alone. That’s why trademark protection is so important. Not all businesses can afford the expense of federal trademark registration. You can protect your brand even without trademark registration by choosing a strong mark, using it properly, and watching out for potential infringement. Continue reading “How to Protect Your Brand Without Filing a Trademark”