What Your New York Business Needs to Know About the SHIELD Act

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Does your business handle sensitive client or customer data, including by electronic or digital means? If so, you need to understand what the SHIELD Act is. SHIELD stands for Stop Hacks and Improve Electronic Data Security, and there are significant penalties for violating this law. To learn more about your legal obligations, talk to an […]

What to Bring to Your First Meeting With a New York Business Lawyer

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Business owners are well aware of the financial and economic challenges they will face. Not as many are prepared to handle emerging legal issues. However, meeting with an attorney to discuss such matters can help your organization mitigate risks and avoid disastrous litigation. What should you bring to your initial consultation with a New York […]

How Can Mediation Help Resolve Your New York Business Law Dispute?

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When a business and another party disagree, the result could be litigation. But not every dispute has to wind up in court. And even if a lawsuit has been filed, there are alternatives to conducting a trial. One of those is mediation. If your business is having trouble with another business or individual, it’s time […]

Wage and Hour Law Your New York Business Needs to Know About

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Employers are subject to various rules that govern their relationship with their employees. Both federal and state laws affect pay, overtime, and other matters. Whether you’re part of a new or established employer, an experienced New York business lawyer can help ensure compliance with wage and hour law. Rosenbaum & Taylor is your trusted legal […]

How Can You Defend Your Business Against a Breach of Contract Lawsuit?

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Being the target of litigation is potentially disruptive to your business. If you have been accused of breaching a contract, the outcome could be financially devastating. You may be faced with significant damages, lost productivity, and a hit to your company’s reputation. But just because a plaintiff files a breach of contract lawsuit doesn’t mean […]

What Counts as a Breach of Contract in New York?

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Contracts are only as effective as the extent to which the parties abide by their agreed-upon duties. When a party decides to breach the contract, the non-breaching party may have various legal remedies available. These are important to understand if you conduct business in New York. As you increase the number of contractual relationships your […]

Employment Law Documents Your New York Business May Need

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Employment law is complicated, but businesses that fail to understand it can pay a steep cost. Violating state or federal employment laws can result in legal damages, attorney’s fees, and reputational harm. Our New York business lawyers help companies draft documents that help them meet the demands of employment law. Rosenbaum & Taylor is ready […]

What to Know About Severance Agreements

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Employers often choose to offer their soon-to-be terminated employees a severance agreement. Ensuring the agreement is properly drafted can avoid or minimize the chances of wrongful termination and other lawsuits. The New York business lawyers of Rosenbaum & Taylor assist companies with all aspects of employment law. We can help your company draft, review, and […]

New DOL Rules Make It Harder to Classify Workers As Independent Contractors

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The differences between independent contractors and employees have always been complex. Even with widely used IRS guidelines, many businesses improperly classify their employees as 1099 workers. Now, making this distinction just got more difficult. New Department of Labor rules have made it more likely that a worker will be an employee, not a contractor. If […]

Alternatives to Litigation After a Breach of Contract

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When one party to a contract breaches it, the other party’s immediate impulse is to file a lawsuit. But this can be an imprudent response. A breach of contract lawsuit can easily increase animosity and make it impossible to amicably resolve the matter. It also may not be necessary, efficient, or financially wise, depending on […]

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