Going into business in New York carries a significant amount of risk, but the right partner may make all the difference. Before getting under way, though, Chron.com notes that entrepreneurs should consider the ramifications of owning a company together if things do...
By law, pets are classified as property, but you don’t think of your pet that way. Your pet is your companion, a friend and a confidant. If you couldn’t be there, you’d want to have someone treat your pet like family, not like an asset. You can protect your pet in the...
Nowhere is copyright infringement more apparent than in the music industry Have you ever watched a music video on YouTube without paying for it? If you have, you are not alone. YouTube, Facebook and other social media and mobile apps frequently have their users post...
If you are the owner of intellectual property in New York, it is essential to make sure your rights are protected. At Codispoti & Associates, PC, we want to be sure that you understand your rights, which include registration, maintenance and protection. That...
When creating plans to protect their estates, people in New York should also think about who they want to manage them. Their initial concerns may be to protect their estates from creditors and ensure their loved ones’ legacies. But they need to remember that once they...
Legal battles over large estates can be complex For Prince fans, it can be hard to believe that the death of the beloved singer-songwriter and musician occurred over a year ago. The one-year anniversary of his death marked a new chapter in the fight over his estate....
People can view their wishes and desires as very private things. So, these are things they could be particularly likely to keep to themselves. However, there are some desires that it can be important to not keep entirely secret. This includes the wishes one has for...
For small business owners, their personal financial situation and their company’s financial situation can be significantly intertwined. This can be seen in some of the results of a recent survey by the Federal Reserve Banks. The survey, the Small Business Credit...
The recent settlement of the lawsuit by Melania Trump against The Daily Mail has made headlines. The First Lady sued the publication for libel stemming from an article published in August, 2016. The suit alleged hundreds of millions in damages caused because of...
Hollywood does not always get the best reputation when it comes to looking out for the needs of the rest of the country. Although many enjoy the creative offerings of this industry, from music to movies, few can relate with their business models. This likely leads...