And Civil Lawyers Serving Upstate New York
You do not start a business with a partner expecting disputes. Disagreements over finances and contract obligations can strain your relationship with your business partner. If the conflict becomes serious, litigation may be necessary. Before filing a lawsuit,...
Probate disputes between family members do sometimes involve high-value assets. The focus is on the financial value more than anything else. An example could be siblings who are fighting over how to split up $10 million that their parents had in the bank when they...
Being an entrepreneur means handling dozens of tasks every day, making it easy to overlook minor details. But there are certain things that you can’t afford to ignore. One of them is the terms of a contract. Whether it’s a contract for services, a hiring agreement or...
It is very natural for people to choose business partners who are similar to them. After all, they both work in the same industry and they may have a similar background. It also feels natural to work with someone you like and get along with easily. But in some cases,...
If a car crash in New York caused your injuries, you might feel unsure about suing the other driver for damages. Because New York is a “no-fault” insurance state, your own insurance pays for your basic economic losses first. However, in certain situations, you may...
Employment contracts, vendor agreements and many other business contracts may include restrictive covenants. These agreements prohibit specific activities, such as competing against an employer, disclosing non-public information or attempting to solicit the company's...
Taking a business loan can feel intimidating, even when it is necessary. A new business owner may understand that they need an influx of cash to get their startup idea off the ground, and they are confident that that idea will make money in the long term. But there...
Owning a smaller share of a business does not mean you lose your ability to protect your interests. While majority owners often control day-to-day decisions, minority owners may have legal options when certain actions cross the line. Here are several circumstances...
You can seek compensation for damages suffered in a car accident. Two of the most common areas are medical bills and lost wages, but there are many other areas to consider, such as pain and suffering, loss of consortium, emotional trauma and more. One key thing to...
People who become business partners generally already know each other personally and/or professionally. That means they typically believe they can trust one another. However, President Ronald Reagan’s famous words during the Cold War, “trust, but verify” (actually a...