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School can be a very uncomfortable place for students with special needs. About two-thirds of American public schools are not accessible to those with physical disabilities. At the same time, many educational institutions are hesitant to implement changes that could...
Partnership agreements can be essential to maintain order within a business operating under two or more parties. This contract typically contains each party's ownership, responsibilities and management obligations. It can also include specific resolutions or...
Operating a company can be overwhelming, especially if your business starts to pick up. With an increase in product or service demand, your business will also need to adjust. You may need to hire more employees, attract additional investors and update agreement terms...
Most business owners in the New York area regard the filing of a bankruptcy petition as a conclusive admission that the business has failed. While a bankruptcy petition is in fact akin to an admission of failure, the United States Bankruptcy code contains several...
The legal world was rocked in January of this year when the Federal Trade Commission announced that it was weighing a rule that would ban all non-compete agreements in the United States. During the ensuing months, many state legislatures, including New York’s, began...
If you are a business owner in New York right now, you might face some tough decisions, which may necessitate layoffs. One of the most painful decisions you can make is to lay off your staff. Laying off employees is not only emotionally challenging but also legally...
When it comes to potential legal concerns, it pays to be proactive. This is especially true when it comes to contracts, which commonly form the bedrock of any business relationship, be it between a company and vendors, suppliers, distributors and even customers....
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a U.S. federal law that addresses how states and public agencies provide special education and related services to children with disabilities. Its purpose is to ensure that children with disabilities receive an...
Business formation can help determine an owner’s success and resolve their potential problems. For example, there are business and commercial law advantages and disadvantages of establishing a limited liability company. LLCs An LLC is a business structure that has the...
If you are an employer or an employee in Staten Island, you may wonder about the rules regarding overtime pay. Not all employees are entitled to overtime pay. Overtime laws Overtime pay is the extra compensation that employees receive for working more than 40 hours in...