Although you may refer to working together with another business or professional as a partnership, it may be a joint venture under New York law. For legal purposes, you need to know what type of business activity you're engaging in. Joint venture New York business law...
Year: 2022
When does a delayed diagnosis count as medical malpractice?
An estimated one in 71 breast cancer cases is diagnosed incorrectly, and one-fourth of all biopsies receive an inaccurate diagnosis because of a clinical error. And on top of being challenging to diagnose, it's also often hard to tell when a delayed diagnosis was the...
The facts about bilateral contracts
A bilateral contract is an agreement that is binding on both parties. A valid contract, in New York, and everywhere else, must satisfy specific conditions, and violating the terms of that agreement may have legal consequences. Basic requirements Not every agreement is...
The facts about a limited partnership
There are a few different ways in which two or more individuals can form a legal business partnership in New York. A limited partnership is one of these options. Limited partnership Before two or more individuals decide to start a business together and create a...
Filing complaints against healthcare providers
Everyone makes mistakes, including healthcare providers in New York and around the country. Not all mistakes result in serious medical errors. However, you should inform your medical provider when something is amiss to prevent problems from mounting. Lodging a...
The four principles of informed consent explained
Perhaps you have seen those notices for clinical research trials in New York and New Jersey looking for participants. For some individuals, those trials are a good idea. However, certain protocols must be in place prior to any treatment or research, including the...
Malpractice vs neglect
Malpractice and neglect are both failures of medicine defined in the law in New York, but they differ in key ways and they may or may not both apply to the same case. Medical malpractice Medical malpractice takes place when a doctor or other care provider makes a...
Mandatory binding arbitration in contract disputes
It is quite common for contracts to have particular clauses that set parameters for the terms of any agreement, and often, they are very restrictive for New York residents when a contract breach may have occurred. The clauses always have a purpose, which is not always...
What happens with mediation in a lawsuit
Mediation is an informal version of a court hearing. This form of litigation helps parties settle matters for less time and money. Business litigation is a complex matter best handled by licensed legal professionals with specific expertise. Disputes arise from...
Smart contract dispute resolutions protect crypto transactions
Whenever dealing with cryptocurrency across borders, it's beneficial to understand what a smart contract is, what happens when they're disputed, and how to use dispute resolution to resolve the matter quickly and effectively in New York. Smart contract dispute...