Legal Issues That May Arise When Offering Employment

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You’ve reached the point where your business is growing and moving in the right direction. It’s now time to think about adding new members to your team. And while hiring may seem like a fairly simple matter, there are legal considerations involved. This is where the employment offer must be carefully handled. If your business […]

What Must Be Proven in a Breach of Contract Lawsuit?

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Filing a breach of contract lawsuit is a serious matter. If you’re the plaintiff, your legal rights – including the right to monetary damages – hang in the balance. Meanwhile, as the defendant, you could be ordered to pay significant damages if you lose. No matter what side you’re on, a lawsuit could damage your […]

What to Consider Before Entering Into a Business Partnership Agreement

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Business partnerships offer a wealth of advantages, combining the talents and resources of two or more individuals. But they are not without risks and largely for the same reasons. It’s one thing to operate a business enterprise on your own, with nobody else to get in the way. It’s a different ballgame when two or […]

Should I Franchise My New York Restaurant?

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Running a successful restaurant is no simple task, considering the intense competition that exists within the industry. If you’ve managed to make your operation profitable, you’ve accomplished something remarkable. That may naturally raise questions about what your next steps should be, including whether to franchise your restaurant. Franchising can be arduous and challenging, but the […]

What Is Promissory Estoppel and How Might It Affect Your New York Business?

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Contracts are the backbone of the business world, giving parties assurances that certain promises will be fulfilled. But what happens if there is merely an “agreement to agree” rather than an actual contract? While such an agreement is not enforceable as a contract, it can give rise to another legal doctrine: promissory estoppel. And an […]

Important Steps to Voluntarily Dissolving Your New York Business

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Many businesses at some point come to an end, and the time comes to dissolve them. However, terminating a business is not something that can be done overnight. To protect your rights and tie up loose ends, there are some essential steps you need to take when dissolving your business. Our New York business attorneys […]

Essential Legal Tips For New York Entrepreneurs

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New York Entrepreneurs are often seen as innovators, taking business risks to turn their dreams into reality. At the same time, there is no need to take unnecessary legal risks. To the contrary, there are steps that New York entrepreneurs can take to mitigate those hazards. Are you ready to get started launching your first/next […]

How To Draft Quality, Enforceable Non-Compete Agreements in New York

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Non-compete agreements in New York help companies protect trade secrets and other proprietary information employees may learn while working for them. And although they are legal in New York, courts will not uphold them if they are not drafted properly. This can be a looming potential threat to your business if you are not careful. […]

Why Your New York Business Needs Intellectual Property Counsel

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Businesses both large and small are increasingly relying upon their intellectual property to give them a competitive market edge. Everything from trademarks and copyrights to licensing agreements and branding can set your company apart. At the same time, there’s a risk that your intellectual property rights may come under attack by others. Competitors may even […]

How to Start a Food Business From Home in New York

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New Yorkers have an entrepreneurial spirit, and they start numerous businesses every year. Some of those businesses have to do with food. In recent years, the food industry has seen a rise in home-based food businesses. Platforms like Shopify have made it easier for people to sell food online. However, because of public health and […]

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