Why Outside General Counsel? Part 1….
Occasionally, it is necessary for an organization to conduct an inquiry to discover salient facts which pertains to acts or omissions that can generate civil or criminal liability for an organization. Whether it be irregular stock trades, allegations of illegal employment discrimination, a civil lawsuit, a key employees sudden departure, or a grand jury subpoena, […]
Outside General Counsel Program for Small Business Owners
After planning for many months, Thomas M Fountain & Associates, PLLC is now offering a new program focused toward the small business owner. While most large and even medium sized business have hired attorneys to act as General Counsel, most small companies and those in the start up modes, do not wish to allocate funds […]
Oil & Gas Client Notches Victory in Business Litigation
Recently, our team of attorneys represented a California company whose work consisted of testing pipelines in the oil & gas industry. For over 25 years, it’s business consisted of performing hydro static testing of pipelines for the oil & gas industry. Persons performing those tests must agree to be subjected to a random drug testing protocol. The […]
National Law Day 2015 – One’s Right to Question
Today we celebrate National Law Day and it brings to me many memories of why I decided to attend law school as a young man. While growing up in Galveston County, Texas I was able to see many different aspects of our small community such as the elections, the court system, and our peace officers […]
Contracts, Contractors, and Additional Insureds
In a recent opinion, the Texas Supreme Court clarified Texas law as to what coverage an insured may expect when it has additional insured status under an insurance policy. The importance of this opinion cannot be overstated for those who enter into contracts with others and expect the luxury of insurance coverage as a benefit […]
Small Firm. Big Representation. Protect your investment with Thomas M Fountain & Associates, PLLC
Small businesses continue to sprout up around the U.S. and as large corporations downsize and decrease their staff, these smaller companies are experiencing growth, adding new jobs to the economy. It’s no wonder that small businesses are often referred to as the engines that drive the economy. But not all small businesses are successful – […]
BAY AREA BUILDERS’ ASSOCIATION PRESENTATION
On February 4, 2014, FBM partner Dale Mellencamp will present a seminar entitled: “General Liability Issues Affecting Builders” at the monthly luncheon of the Bay Area Builders’ Association. The seminar is offered through the Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA). FBM is an affiliate member of the GHBA.
Fountain, Bruce & Mellencamp, P.L.L.C.’s Second Annual Seminar on Hurricane & Storm Claims~Sponsored by The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce August 15, 2013
As previously announced, the Woodlands Law Firm of Fountain, Bruce & Mellencamp, P.L.L.C is to present a seminar to homeowners and business owners at and sponsored by the Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce on August 15, 2013. One of the subjects during the seminar will be the inevitable exposure to roofing systems to elevated winds […]
United States Supreme Court Decision Narrows Employer Liability in Employee Harrassment Lawsuits
Yesterday, the Supreme Court of the United States issued a ruling in a case styled Vance v Ball State. In their ruling, the Court held that, for purposes of determining whether an employer is vicariously liable for hostile actions of an employee, that person must be a supervisor. The Court went on to state that […]
Fountain, Bruce & Mellencamp, P.L.L.C. Secures Win for Client in Houston Trial
June 6, 2013-Houston, Texas. A jury returned a verdict for a Florida based insurer late Friday afternoon following a trial in the 133rd Judicial District Court of Harris County, Texas. The defense verdict followed three days of testimony wherein two policyholders alleged the insurer committed acts of fraud, a breach of the duty of good […]
