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When should New York freelancers register a business?

Freelance work in New York often starts as a side job or temporary source of income. Many people work under their own names without forming a business. Whether to register – and which structure to choose – typically depends on how much risk the work carries, how...

Sentimental items can lead to probate disputes

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...

Should your business partner be similar to you?

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,...

How the courts enforce restrictive covenants

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...

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