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Welcome to FindLaw’s New York Business Law section, which covers everything from obtaining financing and hiring employees, to choosing the right insurance policies and filing taxes. Here you will find information on choosing a legal structure in New York (such as a partnership, limited liability company, or corporation). You can also learn about protecting inventions and trademarks through intellectual property law. There is also information on complying with health and safety regulations when constructing or preparing a work site. New York has specific laws on business and commerce, for both companies and consumers. Choose a link from the list to get started.
Learn About New York Business Laws
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New York Antitrust Laws
General guidelines about New York’s antitrust laws, which are intended to foster competition, including the statute of limitations for filing a complaint and links to other pertinent information.
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New York Interest Rate Laws
Basics of New York law with regard to interest rates and usury regulations, including the legal maximum interest rate a creditor may charge and penalties for unlawful interest rates.
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New York Deceptive Trade Practice Laws
An chart of New York laws that prohibit deceptive trade practices, such as false advertising or tampering with a car’s odometer, with links to resources on related topics.
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New York Statute of Limitations
List of New York’s statutes of limitations for various types of civil actions, including personal injury; false imprisonment; defamation; fraud; damage to personal property; professional malpractice; trespassing; and more.
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