When you enter into a contract, you engage in bartered exchange. For the contract to be legally binding, then, there must be a meeting of the minds. But what happens when the other side seemingly tricks you into agreeing to a contract that turns out to be based on...
As a small business owner, you might take pride in the strength of your word. In fact, you may even rest your business dealings upon it. But when the other party to your agreement fails to uphold their end of the bargain, you can be left holding the bag, which can...
If you are an employee or an employer in New York City, you may have encountered or used a non-compete clause in your employment contract. Non-compete clauses are often used to protect an employer’s trade secrets, confidential information or specialized skills that an...
It is a rare day when a person manages to save up all the money they need themselves to get their business idea off the ground. Even after the business opens, it can take several months before it starts to turn a profit. While the founders of the business may be able...
Many people are familiar with the real estate purchase process, either because they bought a home or a business. There is another type of real estate arrangement that they may be less familiar with, however, called a real estate joint venture. A real estate joint...
Unexpected events are now anticipated in business. To avoid contract disputes, agreements should contain force majeure clauses that address extraordinary events. Force majeure clause A force majeure clause identifies seriously unusual events that make contract...
One of the most common causes of corporate lawsuits is the decision by the founder of a company to retire or pursue a different professional opportunity. Corporate founders often possess significant knowledge about the business and intellectual property of their...
Commercial real estate transactions are complex and often involve significant risks and liabilities for the parties involved. Whether you are buying, selling, leasing or developing commercial property in New York, New York, you need to protect your legal interests and...
Let’s be honest. It’s frustrating when something interrupts the progress of a project right in the middle of it. That frustration is far more significant when the project is halted due to a contract dispute with a contractor. Contract disputes can be difficult to...
The estate of the late music legend Rick James is facing a lawsuit regarding unpaid royalties. The lawsuit alleges copyright infringement and breach of contract. The defendants claim James’ estate is profiting off their work. The lawsuit The alleged problem began when...