Naming a business can be a key factor in the success of that business. The name that you choose for your business will not only identify your company — it will also carry your brand’s identity.
In addition to brand identity, there are several elements to consider in a...
Like any other relationship, business partnerships sometimes break up. That might be because of poor communication, financial struggles, or even one partner’s decision to pursue different goals.
So where does that leave you (and any other remaining partners)? That depends on several factors. A partnership dispute lawyer can...
Boards of directors are an important aspect of many businesses, but not all companies have them or are even required to have them at all. With that being said, among those without boards of directors, the question “Do I need a board of directors?” sometimes arises, and the answer is that it...
Social media and business can be a potent mix. Social media platforms allow businesses to market their goods and services more cheaply than traditional media. They also help a business reach a wider audience than many other platforms.
But the mix can also bring new legal problems. Falsehoods...
Owners sell their businesses for many reasons. Personal motivations, new opportunities, and changes in market conditions can push you into selling some or all of your Manhattan business.
Selling a business requires a lot of preparation. The steps you take will determine whether you get...
Building and growing a business is exciting and can be quite lucrative, but partnership disputes can hinder your success. When two business partners begin to strongly disagree — especially to the extent that they no longer trust each other — the survival of their company is immediately threatened.
The New York commercial landscape is a battleground where business interests are fiercely contested. One protective measure that companies often utilize in this environment is the non-compete agreement. These agreements are clauses in employment contracts that restrict an employee from working in a similar profession or trade in competition against their...
Although a contract is legally binding, both parties don’t always uphold their end of the bargain. Not only can circumstances change, but the terms of the agreement may not be fair or legal in the first place. These issues can lead a judge to decide not to enforce a contract.
When a business or person tries to economically injure a competitor by meddling with a contract or business relationship of the competitor, a claim for tortious interference may arise. However, not all forms of interference are actionable in New York. These are complicated cases that present a host of strategic and practical...
Most companies can ill afford the damaging economic consequences of having their confidential business information revealed to the world, especially to their competitors. That’s where non-disclosure agreements (“NDAs”) come in. Although there are some limitations in New York, NDAs are an invaluable way of protecting businesses from harmful disclosure of confidential matters....
