What To Know About Severance Agreements In New York
There comes a time when a company needs to let go of an executive or other employee. But doing so runs the risk of a lawsuit for wrongful termination, discrimination, or other claims. Severance agreements are an excellent way to make both the departing employee happy and protect the employer. Understanding the uses of these […]
How To Prepare To Sell Your New York Business
Business owners often reach the point where they decide to sell the company and move on to something else. You may have made that decision for yourself and are wondering what to do next. There are a few things you must do to protect your rights and interests through the process. You can trust the […]
How Weak Cybersecurity Might Mean Liability for Your New York Business
New York businesses are required to take steps to keep their computer and digital data secure. A data security breach can therefore mean significant liability for a company. To avoid problems, it is best to adopt policies and procedures in compliance with the law. But any New York company should also understand the risks of […]
How Can the Right Lawyer Make My Business Stronger?
Top business lawyers are well-positioned to help businesses in a number of ways. Business attorneys help companies develop their strategies. They help them protect businesses’ interests for example, through contracts or insurance. When necessary, business lawyers bring lawsuits to protect businesses, assert their rights and defend against lawsuits the companies are facing. Since they have […]
Common Contract Provisions Everyone Should Know
There are some common contract provisions that are, or should be, included in most written agreements. The language used in these provisions can vary in meaningful ways and depending on the way the provisions are drafted, they can have a significant impact on the contracting parties’ rights, risks, and remedies. There is no one-size-fits-all contract […]
That Information “is the next tier two.” Huh? What is that Supposed to Mean?
That information “is the next tier two.” We actually received that line in an important communication today. We realized that the sender meant to write “annexed hereto,” but that talk-to-text apparently had other plans. Autocorrect failures are stuff memes are made of, but they are not the only potential pitfalls of conducting business by text, […]
No One Wants to Have a Business Dispute, But….
In many ways, forming a partnership, LLC, or other company, is like entering into a marriage. Think of a strong business attorney as the officiant, conducting pre-marriage counseling, making sure the parties understand the commitment they are making, and acting as a counselor when disputes arise. Like spouses do, the partners, members, or owners of […]
S-Corp vs LLC: Which Is Better For My New York Business?
If you’re ready to launch your new business, you probably have a number of questions. And many of those will involve the law, including which legal entity your business should take. For numerous New York businesses, this question boils down to a choice between an LLC or S-Corp. Which one of these is best for […]
Why Your Business Needs A Business Succession Plan
If you’re a business owner or partner, what happens in the event of your untimely death? Or if you’re in a serious accident and are suddenly incapacitated? Without a plan for what to do next, your company could be in peril. Fortunately, you have the option of creating and executing a business succession plan. Business […]
Could Your Website Be Targeted By An ADA Lawsuit?
The Americans with Disability Act (ADA) was a landmark law intended to grant more opportunities to the disabled. Over the years, the ADA has broadened to cover the way companies conduct their businesses, including online. Website accessibility allows all individuals the ability to purchase goods and services via the Internet. But failing to comply with […]
