Running a restaurant requires a delicate balance of creativity, management, and financial responsibility. When partners share ownership of a restaurant, each has a fiduciary duty to act in the business’s best financial interest…
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Gray divorce rates are rising. If you’re considering it, you’ll want to consider your maintenance obligations, especially if you’re simultaneously thinking about retirement. What do Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos have in common? A…
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Understanding the difference between service charges and tips is critical for New York restaurant owners to remain compliant with state and federal labor laws. Misclassifying these charges can lead to legal disputes, penalties,…
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Running a restaurant in New York involves managing a fast-paced, labor-intensive business—and keeping up with employment laws can be overwhelming. One of the most common legal pitfalls restaurant owners face is overtime…
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In the hustle of running a restaurant, it’s easy for meal breaks to slip through the cracks. However, New York law has specific requirements for giving your employees time to eat and rest. Ensuring your staff takes legally…
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Long days and double shifts are common in the restaurant business. As a New York restaurant owner, it’s crucial to understand the “spread of hours” rule – a unique state requirement that can catch employers off guard. This rule…
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New York restaurant owners must navigate complex tip pooling and tip credit regulations to ensure compliance with federal and state labor laws. Failure to follow these rules can result in lawsuits, back wages, and penalties…
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For restaurant owners, divorce brings a unique set of challenges—especially when it comes to financial obligations like alimony and child support. Unlike salaried employees with predictable income, restaurant owners often deal…
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/ Business Organizations, Family Law, Taxation
Divorce is challenging for any business owner, but for restaurant owners, it presents unique complexities—especially when determining the value of the business. A restaurant’s worth isn’t just about profits; it also includes…
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For restaurant owners, divorce can pose unique challenges—especially when it comes to dividing business assets and profits. Unlike other marital assets, a restaurant is often a personal passion and a critical source of income…
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Restaurant partnerships often thrive on mutual trust, shared goals, and a commitment to success. However, when one partner puts personal interests ahead of the business or violates that trust, it can lead to a breach of…
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In this latest episode, Host Zack Fink conducts a newsmaker interview with Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez. Using new methods of technology to prosecute crimes, Gonzalez has brought an innovative approach to keeping the…
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Partnership conflicts can arise in any restaurant business, and in some cases, the only solution is expelling a partner. However, removing a business partner is a complex legal process that must be handled carefully to avoid…
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/ Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Business Organizations, Commercial Law & Contracts
The selection of a professional by a lay person is often a dicey matter. Choosing a lawyer is no different. What qualities should you look for? What are the indicators of a lawyer to avoid? Don’t use your lawyer cousin Bernie…
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/ Commercial Law & Contracts, Law Practice Products & Services
In the restaurant industry, partnerships often involve multiple owners, each contributing different levels of time, money, or expertise. However, not every owner holds an equal share of the business. Minority shareholders—those…
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/ Business Organizations, Civil Remedies, Commercial Law & Contracts
