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Direct Verses Derivative Claims

Direct verses derivative claims are often confusing, even for seasoned attorneys, and the wrong claim can get an entire case dismissed. How to decide if the plaintiff in a claim for fiduciary duty or conversion should be the company itself, or an owner/shareholder....

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Mechanic’s Liens and Construction Law in New York

In the gameshow “The Price Is Right,” if a contestant bids over the price of the item, they lose the whole game.  Mechanic’s liens have a similar restriction – if a contractor or subcontractor claims the value of their work is higher than it is, then the owner can...

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Case Studies

Discover a few of the successes Barnes & Barnes has achieved for its clients between New York City and Montauk.