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New York to Streamline Cannabis Licensing with Top-Down Review
Governor Hochul has ordered a comprehensive review of New York's cannabis licensing bureaucracy to jumpstart the sluggish rollout of the legal market. This move comes in response to growing frustration from businesses, consumers, and the proliferation of unlicensed dispensaries. The Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has been overwhelmed. Currently, only 32 staff are assigned to review the staggering 7,000 applications received, with a mere 109 licenses awarded so far. From the perspective of a ...
Blog Articles
US District Court Declares CTA Unconstitutional
A recent court decision has cast doubt on the legality of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). The US District Court for the Northern ...
Navigating the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) — A Quick Guide for Business Owners
In the ever-evolving landscape of business regulations, the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) emerges as a crucial legal development, impacting business owners across the ...
New York Businesses: Navigating the Independent Contractor Maze with the DOL’s New Rule
Are you a New York business owner who relies on independent contractors? The U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) new final rule on independent contractor ...
The Importance of Disclosure and Transparency in Media
In today's fast-paced digital era the principles of disclosure and transparency in media have become paramount. Society depends on the media as a primary ...
Legal Help For Companies Using Social Media Influencers
A company using social media influencers have several legal aspects they need to consider. The content below is some general information on legal help ...
Legal Help For Social Media Influencers
If you are, or looking to be, a social media influencer, there are several legal aspects you need to consider. The content below is ...
Videos
How do I Remove Rogue Member or Manager from My LLC?
Has your business partner, LLC member or LLC manager harmed your business? You are not stuck! There are ways to remove a rogue member or manager from your business, LLC, or partnership (similar to removing a rogue officer or shareholder from a company).
When do I need an NDA (Non Disclosure Agreement)?
So you have a great idea or a product and want to share confidential information with your prospective business partner. You should consider what information you will be sharing and make sure you are protected with a well-crafted non-disclosure agreement (also referred to as an NDA, or confidentiality agreement).
6-Step Business Startup Checklist
As a New York corporate attorney and tech startup lawyer, I am frequently asked for a checklist of items to consider when starting a business. Here is a checklist of my 6 steps to starting a business outlining some of the things that need to get done in starting or buying a large or small business (or a tech startup business). Find out more about how we can help you here. If you are launching a startup, consider our Fixed Fee Legal Startup Package for Entrepreneurs.
Business Purchase Checklist Part I
This is intended to help outline the general process of buying a business, explaining the legal aspects of how a business lawyer can assist in a business purchase transaction (it is not intended to be construed as legal advice for your particular situation). Basically, in these 2 videos, I try to help you identify what steps are involved in buying a business and what issues should be considered.
Part 1 of the video covers some typical terms and other items addressed in a term sheet:
- Names and Contact Information
- Purchase Price and Other Consideration
- Payment Terms; Financing; Downpayment
- Collateral (or security) for the Purchase Price
- Structure of the Deal
Business Purchase Checklist Part II
This is intended to help outline the general process of buying a business, explaining the legal aspects of how a business lawyer can assist in a business purchase transaction (it is not intended to be construed as legal advice for your particular situation). Basically, in these 2 videos, I try to help you identify what steps are involved in buying a business and what issues should be considered
Part 2 of the video covers some typical terms and other items addressed in a term sheet:
- Transfer Issues
- Covenant not to Compete
- Non-binding Nature of the Term Sheet
- Post-Closing Buyer and Seller Obligations
- Which is better — an asset purchase or a stock purchase of a company?
What is Aereo TV and Will Aereo Prevail in the Battle With Broadcasters?
Craig Delsack, New York media and technology attorney, was interviewed on May 1, 2013 by Karina Huber in a CCTV television report about the new player in the television distribution business — Aereo TV. The low cost internet TV provider offers its over-the-air television and DVR services in Manhattan (and soon to be other cities) for a very low cost, but broadcasters are fighting back.