Last Updated: June 3, 2026
Key Takeaways Business partner disputes in NYC often involve claims of breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, or financial misconduct. Manhattan courts closely scrutinize allegations involving misuse of company funds, exclusion from management,...Understanding an Anticipatory Breach of Contract
After certain contracts are made, circumstances may arise that make it difficult or impossible for one of the parties to meet its obligations. The person or entity that is unable to fulfill its promise before performance is due may declare an intention not to perform under the contract. In essence, one side...
Contract Dispute Between Staten Island Yankees and the New York Yankees
Plaintiff Nostalgic Partners, LLC ("Nostalgic"), the owner of the Staten Island Yankees ("the SI Yankees"), commenced a lawsuit in the New York Commercial Division against the New York Yankees Partnership ("the Yankees"), various related Trusts ("the Trusts"), and The Office of the Commissioner...
Can You Appeal a Commercial Case in New York?
Yes—most commercial cases in New York can be appealed if a party believes the trial court made a legal error that affected the outcome. Appeals are not retrials; they focus on whether the court correctly applied the law or followed proper procedures. Because appellate courts review the written record and legal arguments...
Uniform Commercial Code – What Is It?
The Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) is a comprehensive set of laws and standards that are designed to provide a legal framework for commercial transactions in the United States. Sometimes called the backbone of American commerce, the UCC has been adopted in some form by every state and allows businesses to conduct their...