Employers hire people to do specific jobs, and they set the expectations early in the process. Most companies have employee handbooks that outline the rules for people who work there. When any rules are broken or performance is subpar, employees may face disciplinary...
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Year: 2022
Will any of your assets require ancillary probate?
One of the goals of many New Yorkers as they develop their estate plan is structuring it in a way that helps their loved ones avoid dealing with months of probate after they pass away. That can save them considerable time, money and stress. It also helps keep the...
What’s the importance of having an employee handbook at work?
Your business can benefit from having rules and responsibilities outlined in a single place where everyone can find that information. By doing this, you increase the likelihood of people adhering to those policies and understanding their rights if something negative...
When should you consider a quiet title action?
Over the years, as a piece of property changes hands multiple times, mistakes can be made that lead to problems when the current owner creates their estate plan, refinances their existing mortgage, sells, builds on the property or uses it as collateral to get a new...
Best practices in amending your employment and personnel policies
Operating a business with employees is not as simple as it was in previous eras. Members of today’s workforce know that they have rights, and many play an active role in preserving them. Employers are also much savvier about the legal side of employing workers. Today,...
Preparing for a lawsuit against your business
If you are like most, you probably felt shocked to learn that someone filed a lawsuit against your business. Although your reaction is understandable, try to relax—business litigation against unsuspecting companies happens more often than you might think. Some people...
What can you expect to pay for probate in New York?
When you pass away, what you leave your loved ones depends on if you saved and planned while you were still alive. If you want to avoid probate, this is another factor that requires careful planning before you pass away. The fact is, going through probate in New York...
What happens if you contest a will in probate court?
Receiving an inheritance can be a real blessing. Someone you know and love chooses to pass on some of their most valuable property to you when they die, which could serve as a reminder of their care and also as a way to improve your quality of life. While you may be...
About to close on a home? Consider these points
Buying a home can lay the foundations for a successful future. For example, buying your first home together could pave the way for a happy marriage. Or upgrading to a larger place could be key to raising a family. Yet getting it wrong could leave your plans in ruins....
Set disciplinary policies clearly for your company
Employees for your company need to know what to expect and what’s acceptable when they’re working for you. Proper training is important for this, but having written policies is also critical. The written policies can help to protect your company because they outline...