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New York’s “One-Bite” Dangerous Dog Rule: What Does It Mean?

Written by Lisa Coppola on June 16, 2020. Posted in Personal Injury.

The bond between humans and dogs has existed for a millennia. However, dogs are animals and sometimes they bite. If you’ve been bitten by a dog or you own a dog, you should know New York’s law for dangerous dogs. States...

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Fall on Ice? Do This First.

Written by Lisa Coppola on February 18, 2020. Posted in Business, Personal Injury.

We’re in the thick of winter here in Western New York, which means we’re no stranger to the risk of falling on ice. The unfortunate reality is that slips and falls can lead to serious and lasting injuries. For this reason,...

HR Alert: New Posting Requirement For NYC Employers

Written by Support on September 6, 2018. Posted in Business, Employment.

It’s been a busy few weeks in the world of New York employment law. The State recently released the proposed requirements for soon-to-be mandatory sexual harassment trainings and policies (more about what to expect here). In...

Owners of Business Property, Beware

Written by Support on March 15, 2018. Posted in Business, Entrepreneurship.

A recent decision by a New York court reminds us that it is crucial for commercial property owners to protect themselves from claims involving their tenants. In the case, a contractor hired by a deli tenant to paint a sign...

Demystifying Contracts: What’s An Indemnification Clause?

Written by Support on June 11, 2017. Posted in Business, Entrepreneurship.

Entering into a contract sometimes creates risk. One way to limit that risk is to have a well-drafted indemnification or hold harmless provision. The words indemnification and hold harmless essentially mean the same thing,...

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