Richards Rodriguez & Skeith

The Stoic Trick CEOs Use to Stay Calm When Everything Goes Wrong

At Richards Rodriguez & Skeith, we help business owners think beyond legal issues, toward long-term strategy.   This year, we’re exploring lessons from the Harvard Classics, a…

2 weeks ago

What the Paramount Deal Teaches About M&A Deal Structure

Summary   Paramount’s proposed $100+ billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery has shifted from a headline-grabbing transaction to a case study…

1 month ago

How Non-U.S. Companies Can Acquire a U.S. Business

For many international companies, acquiring a U.S. business is much more than simply entering a new market. Acquisition can provide immediate access…

3 months ago

SBA Expands Restrictions on Noncitizen Participation in Loan Programs

If any co-owner of your business is not a United States citizen, your next application for an SBA-backed loan or bonding assistance may be…

3 months ago

Why Amazon’s Class Action Lawsuit Is a Lesson for Intentional Language

A proposed class action lawsuit against Amazon puts a spotlight on a problem that many companies didn’t create but may soon inherit.   How…

4 months ago

Aligning Employee Motivation with Business Success

How do you keep employee motivation high in a way that meaningfully supports business performance? It's a challenge shared by…

6 months ago

Women-Owned Businesses are Thriving in the South

Austin is renowned for being a magnet for innovators, problem-solvers and risk-takers. Startups account for a larger share of businesses here than…

7 months ago

Apple’s AI Lawsuit Shows Why Copyright Protection Matters

When Apple announced its latest advances in artificial intelligence, the attention quickly shifted from innovation to litigation. In September 2025,…

8 months ago

Understanding the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA): What Employers Need to Know

The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) is a relatively new federal law that went into effect on June 27, 2023.…

8 months ago

Hiring Out-of-State Employees for Austin Businesses

As Austin continues to grow as a hub for innovation and business, many local businesses are expanding their teams by…

9 months ago

What Austin Businesses Could Learn from the Ghibli-Style AI Controversy

You might have scrolled past a LinkedIn post featuring AI-generated artwork that mimics the distinct style of Studio Ghibli. OpenAI…

9 months ago

Office Vacancy Remains High in Austin, But Signs of Recovery Emerge

Is now the best time to reconsider your office layout or seek expansion in the Austin Metro market? As a…

10 months ago

Thinking About Borrowing Money for Your Business?

For many entrepreneurs, borrowing money through loans is one of the few options available to raise capital when starting or…

10 months ago

A Restaurateur’s Guide to Commercial Real Estate Leases in Texas

Austin is renowned for its barbecue, attractions, and fresh culinary offerings. Some even cite the city as one of the…

11 months ago

What Buyers Need to Know About Acquiring AI Companies in Data-Sensitive Industries

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) always come with risk, especially when intellectual property (IP) and sensitive data are involved. But if…

12 months ago