As we have spoken about previously here on the blog, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) made headlines earlier this year with its ban on non-compete agreements, which was issued on April 24, 2024. The ban was supposed to go into effect on September 4, 2024. However, as discussed herein, the United States District Court for...Read More

One issue that we have been contacted about on several occasions recently is understanding what at-will employment means. It is essential to understand how at-will employment laws affect your rights as an employee and your responsibilities as an employer. What is At-Will Employment? At-will employment means that an employer can terminate an employee at any...Read More

Selling a business can be a stressful event and there is a lot of negotiation that goes into it.  For purposes of this post, we will focus on negotiation of an asset purchase agreement, where the business sells most, or all, of its assets to a purchaser.  There are many important provisions in an asset...Read More

During the spring (and summer) months, there is a significant uptick of residential home improvement projects underway or being scheduled, and therefore, this time of year is critical for home improvement contractors and subcontractors. Whether you are a home improvement contractor or a homeowner, this blog post will help shed light on the requirements of...Read More

As I have been discussing this week, I am excited to announce that my firm has acquired the litigation practice of Rogers, Habas & Eisen, P.C. (“RHE”).  We have expanded our team, as well as our litigation practice, and are looking forward to all that is to come. Our firm has three main practice areas: ...Read More

If you run a business where you provide any kind of service to your customers or clients, a contract template that outlines the terms of your services could streamline the process and save you time, money and energy in the long run. Having a contract template does not mean you cannot modify the contract to...Read More

As we reach the midpoint of the year, it’s crucial for businesses to not only assess their financial performance and operational strategies but also to take a close look at the legal aspects of their business. Conducting a thorough legal review at the end of the second quarter ensures that your business remains compliant and...Read More

You are purchasing a property and have tendered your down payment check to the Seller’s attorney.  Your contract contains a mortgage contingency clause, which provides that, among other things, your obligation under the contract as a purchaser is conditional upon you obtaining a mortgage commitment within a certain time period.  The clause further states that,...Read More

As our practice has grown and we represent more and more businesses, we are often asked whether the owners of a small business need to have a written agreement in place or whether a handshake is sufficient. If they do have an agreement in place, we are often asked whether it is sufficient, as well...Read More

We are so excited to be spotlighting our real estate practice area this week because our real estate practice has proven to be one of the most rewarding and enlivening aspects of our firm.  We represent sellers and buyers in diverse real estate transactions in New York and New Jersey, and we also represent lenders...Read More