Do I Need a Business Lawyer?

When do I need to hire a corporate attorney for my business? Some scenarios are obvious — you should call a criminal or corporate attorney when you’re being investigated by government officials for tax or securities fraud, when an employee is injured on the job or when a customer is injured by one of your… [Read More]

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What are my Employer Obligations for Employees in New York?

First you should “Determine Whether Your New York Business has Employees or Independent Contractors” by reading that post or consulting with a corporate attorney. If your New York business hires employees, then the following would apply. Workers’ Compensation.  The New York State Workers’ Compensation Law (“NYWCL”) requires qualifying businesses must obtain workers’ compensation insurance before… [Read More]

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How Do I Determine Whether my New York Business has Employees or Independent Contractors?

It is critical that you, the business owner, perhaps with the help of your corporate attorney, correctly determine whether the individuals providing services are employees or independent contractors.  For the most part, the employer must withhold income taxes, withhold and pay Social Security and Medicare taxes, and pay unemployment tax on wages paid to an… [Read More]

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Your Company Should Have a Nondisclosure Agreement (Confidentiality Agreement) with its Employees

A Non-Disclosure Agreement (also known as an NDA or confidentiality agreement) is meant to protect a business from its employees misusing valuable proprietary information.  Often it is a good idea to have a confidentiality agreement in place with each of your employees (regardless of position).  For instance, your receptionist and salesperson might have access to… [Read More]

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