When you’re dealing with real estate, land use, environmental issues or even general business operations, your contractual relationships can be crucial to your success. To ensure you get a fair deal out of these agreements, you have to tailor the terms to the issue at...
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Businesses say environmental permits can hinder advancement
Businesses trying to take advantage of the opportunities in environmental projects in New York need to account for the rules and regulations the state has in place. For many, this is a hindrance. Advocates for changes say that the state’s ambitious goals for clean...
What is a special use permit?
When you are searching for a piece of land or property to use for business purposes, you must ensure that what you intend to use the land for is legal under local zoning regulations. Finding the perfect piece of land but learning you cannot use it due to zoning...
Common zoning disputes in Albany
Most, if not all, of the land in the Albany area is split up into different zones by local government officials. The zoning classification of a piece of land or property will determine the legal uses of the land. There are several types of zoning classifications,...
An introduction to eminent domain
It is not uncommon for New York residents to see their property subjected to the eminent domain process, especially if their property abuts main thoroughfares or is adjacent to public land. However, even those who own property that seemingly might never be in the area...
Were you accused of breaching your commercial lease?
New York business owners know the importance of a good commercial lease. Unlike residential leases, commercial leases are usually long-term, since business owners generally plan to have their business remain in the same location. If you are an Albany business owner,...
What business owners should know about the EPA
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) creates and enforces environmental regulations. As a New York business owner, you are probably familiar with some of the more common regulations, such as the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act. The EPA has many other...
How can energy developers acquire land?
Energy development is an expanding sector in New York. It has been driven by the pursuit of renewable sources such as wind and solar, alongside traditional energy sources of oil and gas. However, for those energy developers looking to get their share of the pie, how...
What are possible defenses in sexual harassment litigation?
Sexual harassment is a critical legal issue that can affect any workplace and lead to expensive litigation. It can affect every employee, and negatively impact operations, business morale, social goodwill, etc. However, businesses in New York facing a sexual...
What is a title dispute, and how do I solve one in New York?
In New York commercial real estate, a title dispute emerges when multiple parties stake conflicting claims or rights to a specific property. These disputes can encompass issues like who rightfully owns the property, possession, property use, boundary disputes and many...