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Apple’s AI Lawsuit Shows Why Copyright Protection Matters

Posted on October 20, 2025

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

Blog | Employment Law

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

Posted on October 8, 2025

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

Hiring Out-of-State Employees for Austin Businesses

Posted on September 15, 2025

As Austin continues to grow as a hub for innovation and business, many local businesses are expanding their teams by hiring employees outside of Texas. Before…

Blog | Intellectual Property Law

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

Posted on September 12, 2025

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

Blog | Real Estate Law

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

Posted on August 21, 2025

Is now the best time to reconsider your office layout or seek expansion in the Austin Metro market? As a small to mid-market business owner, now…

Thinking About Borrowing Money for Your Business?

Posted on August 11, 2025

For many entrepreneurs, borrowing money through loans is one of the few options available to raise capital when starting or growing a business. While borrowing can…

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

Posted on July 10, 2025

Austin is renowned for its barbecue, attractions, and fresh culinary offerings. Some even cite the city as one of the top foodie cities. Opening a restaurant…

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

Posted on June 13, 2025

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) always come with risk, especially when intellectual property (IP) and sensitive data are involved. But if the company you’re acquiring develops AI…

What Business Owners Need to Know About Mergers & Acquisitions Insurance

Posted on June 2, 2025

If you’re a business owner preparing to sell—or considering buying—a business, there’s one tool you may not be familiar with but should be: M&A insurance. Mergers…