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When it comes to navigating any type of lease, there are many pitfalls to avoid. Commercial leases, in particular, are complex legal documents prone to a variety of mistakes. If you are looking to create a solid commercial lease, be sure you have the help of an experienced NYC real estate lawyer on your side. A lease will act…
There are many worries that come with owning your own business. Whether it is placing orders to restock your inventory, handling your employees, or another one of the many responsibilities that plague entrepreneurs, there is also the added burden of having to know whether or not you need to hire a business attorney. There is, of course, the perception that…
Dear Friends, Colleagues, and Current, Past and Future Clients, In order to keep pace with the growing needs of my clients, it had become necessary for my firm to strengthen its resources to meet this demand. Because of the growing complexities of today’s laws, a high level of expertise in many different areas is necessary to provide excellent legal services.…
Power of attorney (POA) is a document that grants a specific person, called an agent, the authority to make important decisions on behalf of another person, called the principal. There are many different kinds of power of attorney. The scope of the authority the principal grants to the agent can be very broad or quite specific. The power of attorney…
While tax day here in the United States is not until April 15, if you own a business and you intend to follow the rules, you’ve already started scrambling. 1099s were due to your independent contractors February 1, and if you are filing an S or C-Corp tax return, it’s due March 15, and then of course personal returns are…
Decisions about your health care are some of the most important you will ever make. Don’t put off making plans until you are unable to assert your wishes. Including health care documents in your estate plan can ensure your decisions are always your choice, even if you cannot speak for yourself. Health care documents that clearly state your wishes should…
In June, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) released its operational rules for the commercial use of drones, also known as unmanned aircraft (UAS). These rules provide clarity for businesses who may be contemplating the use of drones for commercial purposes. Perhaps the most well-publicized intended use for drones came from Amazon, the online retail giant. Amazon proposed using drones for…
Many businesses maintain an industry advantage through control and utilization of trade secrets. Be it a formula, a design, or a process, trade secrets can provide advantages over the competition. Not surprisingly, trade secret misappropriation is a serious concern for many businesses. Until recently, it’s been state law at the forefront of regulating and protecting these highly sensitive forms of…
No doubt you’ve heard of Copyrights and Trademarks. You see copyrights in books, on the web, and throughout different media. You’ve also seen trademarks and you may be wondering how those relate to intellectual property and why you aren’t seeing a copyright instead. Copyrights and Trademarks are used to protect intellectual property, but the way they are used varies according…
When people think of businesses, chances are they think of either corporations or sole proprietorships. But there are many different types of companies and company structures available for the business owner. What type depends a lot on what may make the most sense for you. Let’s look at what’s available under New York laws. Sole Proprietorship Sole proprietorships are…