Corporations and LLCs generally protect owners from incurring personal liability for the company’s lawsuits or debts — this protection is referred to as the “corporate veil.” However, in certain situations, a court may disregard this separation and “pierce the...

Although minority shareholders own less than a controlling interest in a corporation, New York has established various safeguards to protect them from abuse by the majority. For instance, minority shareholders have the right to review financial documents, receive fair...

Well-drafted construction contracts are crucial to ensure that all parties involved understand their obligations. They establish the timeline for the project and clearly define the scope of work. While a strong contract can mitigate risk and minimize the potential for...

There are typically volumes of documents and extensive evidence involved in commercial litigation. The discovery process is meant to ensure transparency in the exchange of information and prevent trial by ambush. However, this phase of litigation isn’t only a...

While competition is expected and encouraged in the commercial arena, there is a strict boundary between fair competition and unlawful interference with a business relationship. Critically, if a third-party intentionally disrupts a business relationship of yours and...

If you own a company on Long Island, you will inevitably face a business dispute at some point. Business disputes can arise in connection with contracts, financial matters, and disagreements between partners. They can also stem from a partner’s wrongdoing or a...

As a business grows, it’s not uncommon for relationships between partners to become strained over finances, strategy, and the direction of the company. In some cases, these conflicts can quickly escalate and lead to a complete breakup of the business. If you’re going...

Self-dealing can arise in any business, including startups, large corporations, and family-owned companies. Self-dealing is not only a conflict of interest, but also a breach of fiduciary duty that can erode trust, cause significant financial loss, and lead to serious...

Boundary and easement disputes are some of the most litigated issues that arise in connection with both residential and commercial properties. While a boundary dispute concerns a disagreement over the location of the property line, an easement dispute involves a...