AI has already had an untold effect on a variety of industries. In the Human Resource (HR) arena alone, managers are using AI to help with the hiring process. AI is also doing job performance evaluations and deciding who qualifies for promotions -- and who gets a...
Business Law
Business Law
3 tips for handling disputes in the workplace
No matter what kind of business dispute you run into, it can be frustrating to know that you’re going to have to spend time and money handling a disagreement and lawsuit. Workplace disputes, in particular, can easily cause problems for a business owner. As someone...
How to avoid problems with spoliation of evidence
In any kind of civil ligation, evidence is the key to winning a case -- and that’s why there’s a rather lengthy discovery process that goes on in every business lawsuit. As a company, you never want to have to tell the court that evidence that’s being sought in...
What rights do you have as a freelancer in New York?
New York has a Freelance Isn’t Free Act that protects freelance workers from some of the common problems they may face, such as a client not paying them or a client retaliating when workers try to enforce their rights. Most freelancers have protection under this act....
The elements of a valid contract
Assuming that a contract is valid, its terms will usually be enforced by a New York judge. Generally speaking, a contract is deemed to be legitimate only if it is entered into freely by individuals who are of sound mind. Furthermore, some form of consideration must be...
How to resolve business partnership disputes
Many businesses throughout New York come from a partnership between multiple individuals. Unfortunately, the partners in a business may get into disputes, leading to potential business litigation that is stressful and overwhelming for all involved. There are several...
Reverse mergers: What exactly are they?
Owning your own business in New York can be a great venture to take on, and throughout your journey, you're likely to encounter several critical decision-making moments. One of the most common challenges, if your company grows large enough, is to conduct a reverse...
Lawsuit accuses Goldman Sachs executive of sexual harassment
In a lawsuit filed against Goldman Sachs Group Inc. the investment bank is accused of covering up sexual harassment and retaliating against workers who report unacceptable behavior. The lawsuit was filed on Oct. 26 by attorneys representing a former Goldman Sachs...
The SAG issued new guidelines regarding sexual harassment
Over the decades, countless actors in New York and other states have been the victims of sexual harassment. Sexual harassment is especially prevalent in Hollywood where directors and producers frequently take advantage of the power they wield over young actresses. In...
Workplace discrimination can take many veiled forms
Even if you work at a company in New York that has been named a "best place to work" by a publication or organization, you may still be subject to workplace discrimination. Incidents often start slowly, sometimes through seemingly innocent comments in multiple...