You can’t underestimate how significant trade secret protection can be when it comes to your business. These intellectual property rights for confidential information can serve an important role in establishing and maintaining certain aspects of any company. Read on to learn pivotal information about how the law protects trade secrets in New York. What Qualifies […]
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How to Handle a Business Partner’s Breach of Contract
When your business partner breaches a contract, it can feel like you’ve been stabbed in the back. Taking the emotion out of this, the way to handle a partner’s breach of contract largely depends on the relationship between the partners, the severity of the breach, terms of the partnership agreement, and the possible options available […]
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What Are Some Contingencies in New York Real Estate Contracts?
When you purchase or sell a home or other real estate, you will typically make an offer that may have some contingencies. A contingency is a condition that the parties may put into their real estate contract. Their presence is a way to protect the investment and to get out of the situation, depending on […]
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What Are the Most Common Construction Accidents in New York?
It seems like everywhere you go in New York, there is some kind of construction going on. And with this essential work comes serious accidents that can produce injuries (ranging from minor to catastrophic) and sometimes even fatalities. If you work in this industry, you are subjected to very dangerous conditions that may be present […]
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Understanding Misrepresentation in New York Business Disputes
Before committing to a contract or deal with another company, you likely want to protect your New York business entity by preparing and negotiating. Part of the conversation may include the expectations of duties and responsibilities when it comes to contract drafting. This can take a major turn if one party is not candid about […]
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How Long is Probate in New York?
When your loved one dies, the probate process might be a necessary avenue to manage and distribute their estate. Even if you don’t know much about probate, you’ve probably heard that it’s something to avoid if possible and that the time to take to complete it is something people often worry about. Typically, most estates […]
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What is the Difference Between Robbery and Burglary in NY?
Sometimes robbery and burglary are used interchangeably. However, these are two very different crimes and as such are treated differently when it comes to penalties. There is a significant distinction between them: Burglary has to do with illegally entering someone else’s property, regardless of whether or not the individual steals something; robbery involves the taking […]
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How Much Interest is Allowed Under NY Usury Law?
Every lender is obligated to charge interest on loans. However, New York State usury law shields some borrowers from interest rates that are too high. New York’s Usury Law The definition for usury is the lending of money at an exorbitant interest rate. Specifically, under New York law, the maximum interest rate that you can […]
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Should You Sell Your Home to a House Flipper?
When you’re getting ready to sell your house, there are many things to consider. And it takes a lot of work to get it ready for the market. Depending on your situation, you might wonder whether you should sell to a house flipper, and if house flippers are worth it? There’s no quick answer to […]
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How Can Condo Associations Prevent Violating Reasonable Accommodation Laws?
Fair housing laws at both the federal and state level have existed for decades to protect disabled tenants from discrimination and harassment. For instance, the law provides safeguards, such as the right to have emotional support animals, even for buildings that have a no-pet or no-animal policy. Additionally, besides providing things like support animals in […]
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