Getting the right property for a new or existing business can mean a lot to a New York business owner. While some entrepreneurs seek to purchase the land and buildings that their empires will grow on, others look to commercial leases to find the space that they need....
A business owner in New York has several responsibilities. One of them is picking the best company structure for legal and tax purposes. A popular option has become the limited liability company, or LLC, for those who are self-employed. This is also a viable option...
New York is currently home to 240,000 unique small business. Yet, the current public health crisis and related recession have put around one-third of these at risk of permanent closure. Many more could suffer financial setbacks due to high rents and falling foot...
With so many commercial real estate investment opportunities in New York, the market attracts a lot of entrepreneurs. There are potential upsides to becoming an investor or business owner, but the process also comes with risks. Investors should understand a few facts...
A key decision for many New York businesses is their location. The right location can lead to more foot traffic and increased sales. When a business completes a market analysis of a specific location and learns that it would be an ideal spot for its operations, it...
Fair use is one of the most common defenses mounted in copyright lawsuits. Defendants who make this argument claim that they did not need to obtain permission to use protected intellectual property because they used it for a purpose that copyright laws allow. What is...
You rely on a wide variety of different contracts to keep your business running. Lease or purchase agreements give you a place to do business. Contracts with suppliers ensure that you can provide quality products and services to your customers. Employee contracts...
New York residents and businesses may be interested in reading about a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision regarding trademark law. It ruled that a plaintiff may still win a profits remedy without showing that the defendant willfully infringed on the company's...
The main asset for entrepreneurs in New York and across the United States is their business. A time comes, and they feel that they want to exit a particular business. At this point, having an exit strategy is an essential thing. This is where financial advisors come...
As a company producing consumer goods or offering services and attempting to engage with the public, you may develop customer personas and attempt a variety of marketing styles in order to engage with your intended customer base. Sometimes, especially if you want to...