Discover the process for appealing a denied water quality permit, from understanding the reasons for denial to filing challenges under New York environmental law.

Understand the legal power of eminent domain, when it can be used to take private property for public use, and how owners can protect their rights and secure fair compensation.

Discover how retail energy agreements set the terms for purchasing electricity or gas, including pricing structures, contract length, and renewal provisions.

Learn the most effective approaches to settling business disputes, including informal resolution, alternative dispute resolution, and court action when necessary.

Discover key negotiation tactics for commercial leases, including rent adjustments, tenant improvements, and exit clauses that align with your business needs.

Compare arbitration and mediation as alternative dispute resolution methods, focusing on formality, decision-making, and how each approach resolves conflicts.

Learn how to negotiate and structure power purchase agreements to protect your interests, ensure price stability, and align with project timelines.

Learn about the legal framework for oil and gas leasing in New York, including current regulations, environmental considerations, and how landowners can navigate mineral rights issues.

Understand the legal standards for obtaining a zoning variance, including demonstrating unique hardship, compliance with community plans, and minimal adverse impact.

Adverse possession laws in New York can allow individuals to gain legal ownership of property they’ve occupied without permission—but only under strict conditions. In this blog, The West Firm's real estate attorneys break down the essential elements, recent court interpretations, and what landowners need to know to protect their rights.

Learn the rules around solar company solicitations, including your right to accept, decline, or negotiate terms before signing any agreement.

Explore the purpose and process of obtaining a special use permit, including zoning considerations, public hearings, and strategies for securing approval for your project.

Review the most frequent zoning disputes in Albany, from property line disagreements to challenges over permitted uses and development restrictions.

Discover how environmental permitting requirements may delay development, increase costs, or lead to project modifications, and how to address these challenges proactively.

Understand your legal options if a landlord claims you violated your lease, including dispute resolution, lease interpretation, and potential defenses.

Learn the essential EPA rules that apply to businesses, including permitting, pollution prevention, and environmental reporting requirements.

Explore the process energy developers use to secure land for projects, including site selection, purchase or lease agreements, and meeting regulatory requirements.

Review the legal strategies employers and defendants may use in sexual harassment cases, including proof of policy enforcement, lack of evidence, and procedural defenses.

Learn the most common legal defenses to breach of contract claims and how they can help protect your interests in a business dispute.

Explore the details of a new hydropower initiative, including its role in renewable energy production, environmental considerations, and permitting requirements.