Sophisticated Representation For
The Most Complex Projects
Sophisticated Representation For
The Most Complex Projects
The environment and our impact on it are a major issue in today’s world. Therefore, doing proper environmental due diligence is essential in any business transaction. Along with other due diligence inquiries, it is vital to learn about any potential environmental...
Eminent domain is the process the government can use to take private property for public use without the owner’s consent. While eminent domain can help support public interests, it is important to balance those interests with the property owner’s rights. Eminent...
If you are a business owner, you may find that a limited liability company (LLC) structure is the best choice for your business. If you choose to go forward with your LLC, there are certain steps you will need to take to officially form an LLC in New York. Here are...
Article 78 of the New York Civil Practice Law and Rules is a legal tool that allows individuals or entities to challenge the decisions or actions of administrative agencies, public bodies or officers in court. Article 78 is important because it provides a way to...
Every municipality in the state of New York has adopted a zoning code that designates the types of use that are permitted on each tract of land in the municipality. Amendments to a zoning ordinance can have a significant impact on the allowable uses of the property....
While purchasing real estate might seem like a straightforward transaction because this kind of thing occurs on a daily basis, the reality is that many issues could arise and impact the completion of the transaction. One instance is encountering an individual or...
When New York business owners have a disagreement with a business partner, a vendor or an employee, they may think that they must litigate the issue. However, there is an alternative process that may allow the parties to resolve their concerns outside of court. Common...
Disputes involving state agencies are addressed through New York’s administrative law system. This is a separate system from traditional trial court proceedings. Administrative hearings have some similarities and some differences compared to trial court proceedings....
As defined by the federal Environmental Protection Agency, a brownfield is a piece of real estate that may be difficult to put to a different use, expand upon or re-develop because of environmental issues. Specifically, brownfields may include some sort of chemical...
Business owners in this climate are no strangers to layoffs. And, if so, they are also likely no strangers to severance packages and agreements, which also likely include broad confidentiality provisions. However, a new National Labor Relations Board decision may lead...