Business formation and planning in New York can be complicated, no matter which type of structure you choose. That said, some types are more complicated than others. It can be extraordinarily complicated to start a corporation. These business entities provide great...
You have several business structures to choose from when creating your business. For many, a partnership makes the most sense, because it allows them to retain a significant amount of control over the business while allowing them to maximize their profits. Despite...
New York corporations have a specific structure that is designed to ensure they operate within the law and in the shareholders’ interests. Directors and officers are key to the business functioning optimally and within the law. However, if there are allegations of...
If you are a New Yorker facing a DMCA takedown that has disabled your online content, you want to fight back, but you may not know whether you have legal options. The good news is that you generally can fight back against DMCA takedowns and protect your intellectual...
Learning you have been sued for trademark infringement can cause you to feel panicked, confused and worried about the future of your business. Being sued can lead to significant financial consequences and ruin your professional reputation. It is important to act...
Many disputes can arise in a closely held business. Income, control and decision-making authority are amongst the most commonly contentious issues faced in these businesses. If you don’t know how to properly navigate them, then your business operations can suffer, and...
Copyright law may be used to protect several forms of creative expression in the areas of art, film, music, and literature. Once you have obtained a copyright on your work, you typically have the exclusive right to perform it, reproduce it, make derivative works from...
A contract dispute can cause significant disruption to your business and cost you time and money. Sometimes contract disputes are unavoidable, but there are steps you can take in the early stages of a potential contract dispute to prevent it from escalating. Raise the...
Many New Yorkers may be in a situation where they can rent a property or even part of a property they own to make some additional income. Even if it ultimately does not segue into a full-time career in rentals and investment real estate, acting as a part-time landlord...
Starting a business in New York requires careful planning and the preparation of key legal documents. Depending on the type of entity you are forming, whether it is a limited liability company, limited partnership, corporation, etc., there are different rules for how...