New Landlord Obligations to Disclose Flood Risks When Leasing Real Property
The increase in flooding caused by severe weather changes has motivated our legislature to require landlord...
I deposited a bank check in my bank account yesterday. Why can't I get the money?
Being forced to wait to withdraw funds that you deposited leads to many misunderstandings among bank custom...
New York Takes One Step Closer to Banning Non-Compete Agreements
On June 20, 2023, the New York Assembly passed a bill, already passed by the Senate, that would ban New Yor...
Ten strategies to prepare for local rumors caused recent bank collapses
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Supreme Court Holds IRS to Lower Offshore Account Penalties, But Proper Compliance is Still Essential
Imagine the IRS discovering your “secret” offshore bank accounts. Imagine further that instead of
When Will My Patent Expire?
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2022 Year-End Notes
As another unprecedented year comes to a close, we offer some planning tips to our clients, colleagues, and...
Upping the Ante: Getting a Larger Lien Discharge Bond Amount
The New York Lien Law provides that one can “bond off” a mechanics lien by posting an “undertaking” (i.e.
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Court Holds Subcontractor Cannot Lien for Temporary Sidewalk Shed and Scaffold
An owner of a Manhattan 12-story building hired a contractor to perform façade repairs. The
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‘AI cannot taste the way a chef can’: are chatbots a threat to fine dining?
Written by Holly Kapherr Alejos, The Guardian
Featuring Partner Jay L. Hack, Gallet Dreyer & Berkey, L...
Don’t Split Heirs! How to Avoid Family Fights When Leaving Behind a Second Home
"Ownership, management, and use of the holiday home: That’s the trifecta estate planners and financial advi...
Fixing the Recently Proposed Blanket Bans on Non-Compete Agreements
On June 20, 2023, the New York State Legislature passed a bill that would impose a blanket ban on New York ...
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Featuring Scott S. Smiler, Partner, Gallet Dreyer & Berkey, LLP
Aretha Franklin’s Estate Planning Deserves No Respect
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Featuring Asher Rubinstein, Partner, Gallet Dreyer & Berkey, LLP
Access Licensing Agreements: Not Just a Handshake Between Neighbors
By Scott M. Smiler
Partner with Gallet Dreyer & Dreyer, LLP
13 Things You Should Never Put in Your Will
By Jordan Rosenfeld
Featuring Asher Rubinstein, Partner, Gallet Dreyer & Berkey, LLP
Are You Divorcing (and Do You Own a Condo or Co-op)? Here Are the Vital Facts You Need to Know
Divorce is a challenging life situation to get through.
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