And Civil Lawyers Serving Upstate New York
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,...
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...
It’s been said that successful business partnerships are like happy marriages where the partners share common goals and bring complementary skill sets to the table. But even when you start out from the same place and perspective, it doesn’t mean that you won’t...
In the current market, your company’s value rests on your unique ideas and your talented team. Protecting those assets requires you to maintain clear and enforceable agreements. However, New York law regarding non-compete clauses changed significantly recently. You...
Partnership buyouts often involve a tense negotiation process. The partner hoping to acquire sole ownership of the company must negotiate a reasonable arrangement with the partner exiting the organization. They also need to take steps to protect themselves and the...
Starting a business with a friend can feel exciting. You share goals, combine strengths and look forward to growth. Yet, not every partnership lasts. Disagreements over money, roles or vision can create tension that affects the relationship and the business. You...
Executives and other high-ranking business professionals often have numerous obligations when they accept new positions. In some cases, employers require that executives and managers create succession plans within a certain time frame after starting their job. A...
Maybe you were fresh out of college and bursting with ideas on how to launch a business with your frat brother. Things went well, you made decent money, but now something unexpected happened. Your business partner and his wife are getting divorced. How will the...
People starting business partnerships often expect to work together for years. However, the relationship may not remain positive and productive indefinitely. Sometimes, years of working in close quarters can lead to a hostile dynamic between partners. Other times, the...