Gary E Patterson PC

09/27/2017

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09/27/2017

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09/13/2017

Gary E Patterson PC updated their website address.

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02/05/2016

gpattersonlawblog on WordPress.com

Attention property owners! Have you heard of the new "Texas Transfer on Death Deed"? This is a must for all Texas property owners. See Eric's new blog post to learn more!
https://gpattersonlawblog.wordpress.com/…/the-texas-transf…/

Gary E. Patterson, P.C. Attorneys at Law

01/08/2016

Know Your Rights, Demand an Attorney!

Eric is at it again with a blog post about Making of a Murderer, the hottest new Netflix original documentary series. Read the blog and share your opinions on the show and most importantly, ALWAYS KNOW YOUR RIGHTS!
https://gpattersonlawblog.wordpress.com/2016/01/08/know-your-rights-demand-an-attorney/

"Making A Murderer" is a new popular documentary published on Netflix. One look at your Facebook or Twitter account will likely reveal someone's opinions about the individuals involve...

12/30/2015

Happy New Years... and remember to be responsible this weekend!

Happy New Years... and remember to be responsible this weekend!

12/18/2015

Independent Contractor versus Employee

Don't know the difference between an Employee and Independent Contractor? You should after reading this blog post by Eric!
https://gpattersonlawblog.wordpress.com/2015/12/18/independent-contractor-versus-employee/

Small, medium, and large companies use independent contractors to offer and complete services for their clients. However, simply labeling a person an "independent contractor" does not automatically...

12/11/2015

Reasons to Get a Last Will

Have you ever considered getting a Will? Here's a list of reasons why you should!
https://gpattersonlawblog.wordpress.com/2015/12/11/reasons-to-get-a-last-will/

1) Reduce costs - when a person passes ("deceased") without a will that person's estate must still be probated. This process is called a "dependent administration" of an estate. When a dependent ad...

11/24/2015

Don't Take My Customers!

Check out the firm's new Word Press Blog! The first post is by one of our associate attorneys, Eric Dowdy. #Houstonlawyer
https://gpattersonlawblog.wordpress.com/2015/11/24/dont-take-my-customers/

If you've worked in sales or you've worked in account management then chances are you've heard of a non-solicitation agreement. A non-solicitation agreement contains language that aims at preventin...

11/16/2015

Meet one of the associate attorneys at the firm, Eric Dowdy! Eric got his start at the firm as a law clerk during his law school years and has been here since! Eric represents clients in breach of contract, personal injury, real property and other general commercial litigation. In his spare time Eric enjoys visits to Austin, Texas and the Texas hill country with his wife, riding his bike, and playing sand volleyball and flag football with friends. Eric is also an avid Texas Longhorns fan. #HoustonLawyer

Meet one of the associate attorneys at the firm, Eric Dowdy! Eric got his start at the firm as a law clerk during his law school years and has been here since! Eric represents clients in breach of contract, personal injury, real property and other general commercial litigation. In his spare time Eric enjoys visits to Austin, Texas and the Texas hill country with his wife, riding his bike, and playing sand volleyball and flag football with friends. Eric is also an avid Texas Longhorns fan. #HoustonLawyer

10/28/2015

Meet the owner of the firm, Gary Patterson! Firm founder and licensed in both Texas and Louisiana, Gary has over 20 years experience practicing law. He focuses in criminal law, business law, probate, family law, commercial litigation and international transactions. He is known to travel all over the world to work on cases. #HoustonLawyer

Meet the owner of the firm, Gary Patterson! Firm founder and licensed in both Texas and Louisiana, Gary has over 20 years experience practicing law. He focuses in criminal law, business law, probate, family law, commercial litigation and international transactions. He is known to travel all over the world to work on cases. #HoustonLawyer

10/26/2015

Houston Continues Climb in Both AP and Coaches Polls

Congratulations to the University of Houston on their incredible football season so far!
http://www.uhcougars.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/102515aaa.html #HoustonFootball

The Houston Football program continued its climb in both the Associated Press and USA Today coaches polls, coming in at No. 18 in the AP poll and No. 19 in the coaches poll released Sunday.

07/23/2014

EEOC issues guidance on pregnancy discrimination and accommodation | Gary E. Patterson, P.C. -...

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issues press release relating to pregnancy discrimination in the workplace. Read more here --- http://www.gpattersonlaw.com/#!EEOC-issues-guidance-on-pregnancy-discrimination-and-accommodation/c1s9z/25643E7A-87E8-46A6-928E-8FC4181AEF66

04/10/2014

Houston area unemployment rate at 5.6 percent

http://www.chron.com/business/article/Houston-area-unemployment-rate-at-5-6-percent-5081806.php

The local unemployment rate is not adjusted for typical seasonal factors such as school schedules and major holidays which affect hiring and firing patterns. The Texas jobless rate remains below the national unemployment rate of 7 percent in November.

04/10/2014

Thinking of starting your own business? Our attorneys have years of experience helping Texans hit the ground running. Contact our office at 713-223-3095.

02/21/2014

Understanding "POD" and other designations on Bank Accounts | Gary E. Patterson, P.C. -...

"POD" designations important for Estate Planning in the State of Texas. For more information read here:

http://www.gpattersonlaw.com/#!Understanding-POD-and-other-designations-on-Bank-Accounts-/c1s9z/FE9E6913-1758-4E5E-80F9-E6190DFD7CBF

"POD" is also known as "payable on death." Most individuals are aware of the meaning of this abbreviation from signing up for a savings account, checking acco...

02/03/2014

Banning Mobile Phones for Employees on the Road | Gary E. Patterson, P.C. - Litigation, Criminal...

Banning mobile phones for Employees on the Road - something all employers must consider: Read More here http://www.gpattersonlaw.com/#!Banning-Mobile-Phones-for-Employees-on-the-Road/c1s9z/FC417F3B-3850-49D9-9C81-AB7A4DC73138

In May of 2012, a Nueces County jury found Coca-Coca liable for more than $21 million in damages in a suit where the plaintiff was injured when a Coca-Cola driv...

01/31/2014

Story of Marlise Munoz highlights importance of Medical Power of Attorney | Gary E. Patterson,...

Marlise Munoz story highlights importance of Medical Power of Attorney. Read the following blog post for more information relating to Medical Power of Attorney --- http://www.gpattersonlaw.com/#!Story-of-Marlise-Munoz-highlights-importance-of-Medical-Power-of-Attorney/c1s9z/64962474-E0DC-4A12-9859-44B192E36274

The story of Marlise Munoz is one many Texans are fimilar with. Mrs. Munoz, a pregnant woman, was placed on life support by John Peter Smith Hospital after suff...

01/29/2014

Texas transfers Probate Code to "Estates Code" | Gary E. Patterson, P.C. - Litigation, Criminal...

2013 Texas Legislature has transferred laws relating to wills, trusts, and guardianships to the "Texas Estates Code."

http://www.gpattersonlaw.com/#!Texas-transfers-Probate-Code-to-Estates-Code/c1s9z/3E220B24-F424-44A9-9740-B41B1C7564FE

The 2013 Texas Legislature chose to transfer the majority of law relating to wills, trusts, guardianships and other probate matters to the "Estates Code." The l...

01/23/2014

Former Dallas Cowboy convicted of intoxication manslaughter | Gary E. Patterson, P.C. -...

Former Dallas Cowboy Josh Brent convicted of Intoxication Manslaughter - read more here http://www.gpattersonlaw.com/#!Former-Dallas-Cowboy-convicted-of-intoxication-manslaughter/c1s9z/8FB60215-CE5E-43CD-99CD-23CD587A4A9C

Former Dallas Cowboy player, Josh Brent, was convicted of Intoxication Manslaughter on Wednesday for his December 2012 car accident which led to the death of ...

01/22/2014

Texas Is Delaying Drug Testing Program for Unemployment Benefits | Gary E. Patterson, P.C. -...

Texas lawmakers forced to delay drug testing program for first-time applicants seeking unemployment benefits -

http://www.gpattersonlaw.com/#!Texas-Is-Delaying-Drug-Testing-Program-for-Unemployment-Benefits/c1s9z/D8C60E0D-EBC6-4961-BD9F-E844270C13EA

Last summer the Governor Rick Perry signed Senate Bill 21, creating a drug testing program for certain Texans applying for first time unemployment benefits. The...

01/17/2014

New law in Texas eliminates "Tax Cliff" for Small Businesses | Gary E. Patterson, P.C. -...

New Texas law eases franchise tax burden on corporations and LLCs. Read more here:

http://www.gpattersonlaw.com/#!New-law-in-Texas-eliminates-Tax-Cliff-for-Small-Businesses/c1s9z/B2BDC3F5-472A-4CA1-A681-A6C12F3693F2

Previously in Texas a corporation or limited liability company reporting more than $1 million in gross receipts would be taxed the entire amount of gross rece...

01/17/2014

Changes to Texas Durable Power of Attorney | Gary E. Patterson, P.C. - Litigation, Criminal...

Changes to Texas Durable Power of Attorney -- for more information check out our recent blog post: http://www.gpattersonlaw.com/#!Changes-to-Texas-Durable-Power-of-Attorney/c1s9z/88BA7B7C-DF4B-48E2-93EE-C810A1A75A32

Effective January 1 st , 2014, three significant changes were made to the Texas Statutory Durable Power of Attorney form. Change One- Initials It is said that...

01/07/2014

Texas Legislature Enacts the “Texas Uniform Trade Secret Act” (TUTSA) | Gary E. Patterson, P.C....

Recent Blog Post: http://www.gpattersonlaw.com/#!Texas-Legislature-Enacts-the-Texas-Uniform-Trade-Secret-Act-TUTSA/c1s9z/0258F783-ACEE-4A42-AA8D-06B2F84458A3

The Texas Legislature met for numerous special sessions during the 2013 year. Some proposed legislation was highly publicized, some not. A piece of legislation ...

11/13/2012

Former Law Clerks Eric Dowdy, Lianna Garza and Matt Elwell were sworn in by Justice Sharp of the 1st Court of Appeals! Here they are pictured with Charlene and Gary afterwards

10/27/2012

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09/28/2012

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09/18/2012

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09/18/2012

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