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'Crummy' NYC Bar Raises Drinking Age to 25
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
A Brooklyn bar is raising its weekend drinking age to 25 in an attempt to keep the atmosphere less rowdy -- and to keep neighbors' complaints at bay. DNAinfo...
Starbucks Baristas Lose Tip-Sharing Appeal in N.Y.
By Betty Wang, JD | Last updated on
A federal appeals court has ruled that, under New York law, Starbucks baristas must share their tips with shift supervisors because the company's tip-sharing...
Non-Compete Clauses: Are Geographic Limits Valid?
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
As a part of most boilerplate contracts, non-compete clauses are a standard way for business owners to protect their interests when employees move on. But can...
Do You Have a Family Business Succession Plan?
By Aditi Mukherji, JD | Last updated on
A solid succession plan is essential to the longevity of a family business. Though family businesses account for a staggering 50 percent of the gross domestic...
5 Ways Small Businesses Can Boost Holiday Sales
By Betty Wang, JD | Last updated on
It's that time of year again, when retailers go all out to attract holiday shoppers. What can your small business do to prepare for holiday sales? On average,...
5 Legal Dos and Don'ts for Your Holiday Party
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
Office holiday parties can be a blast for you and your workers. But employers shouldn't end up on a lawyer's "naughty" list by throwing them without...