Business

Free NY Website Development Agreement

October 19, 2009

Developing websites and other multimedia products is unique. Even though it is similar to movie production and software development, there are certain issues that must be addressed in a Development Agreement. Below is a checklist to guide you on the important matters that need to be address prior to entering into a Development Agreement: Who are the parties? […]

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Who Should Produce the First Draft of a Contract?

September 29, 2009

People are always looking to save a buck.  One way that business owners try to save money is by waiting for the other lawyer to draft the contract on the premise that it will save legal fees.  This view is simply not sophisticated and could get you in trouble.  Here’s why: THE LAWYER WHO MAKES THE FIRST DRAFT […]

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Ten Things you must know before entering into a contract

May 13, 2009

While litigation may sometimes be your only recourse, many times it is a result of signing a bad contract or not fully examining the contract you have signed. Here are ten things to know before entering into a contract that can help protect your business and your assets:

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23 Legal Issues for Start-ups and Businesses

April 14, 2009

Do you have that entrepreneurial drive? It takes more than a great idea to start a new business and keep it running. Unfortunately, entrepreneurs and business owners are often confused about the legal aspects involved in running a business. Below is a list of 23 legal issue’s for both start-ups and businesses that should be discussed with an attorney.

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Tips for collecting money from companies that may no longer exist

March 18, 2009

Just because you entered into a valid contract with a company does not mean that your contract is secure. According to Crain’s New York Business, more companies are going out of business than ever before. Many are doing so without any notice. Bankruptcy filings alone have tripled in the last year. You contact the company […]

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The 10 best law and business links for the week.

February 23, 2009

From the Wall Street Journal:  So, you want to be an Entrepreneur http://tinyurl.com/blnvrb Can a talk of a depression lead to one? http://bit.ly/LtOXK Thomas Freidman suggests start up the risk takers http://bit.ly/EPxit Why LegalZoom Fails Startups http://tinyurl.com/atbouk Social Networking Sites Look Like Plunder to Attorneys http://is.gd/koCo Social Networks and the Law http://bit.ly/iU9Pd Does Social Media […]

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