When dealing with a mishandled case, you may immediately believe legal malpractice or negligence is to blame. You may have also heard the term breach of fiduciary duty thrown around before. While the two terms often end up conflated, they are actually separate things....
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Month: January 2021
What should you know about sampling?
Sampling is not a new phenomenon. Though it peaked in the 1980s, many popular songs today get their start with samples. But as the years have gone by, copyright law has tightened management of sampling. Thus, sampling sometimes stands on the line between legal and...
Why undiscovered property liens can cause you trouble
Researching the history of a home can be a major undertaking, which is why people looking to buy a piece of real estate hire a lawyer to conduct due diligence on the property. Due diligence should discover, among other things, whether a residence has any liens on it....
Do U.S. copyrights transfer to other countries?
Copyrights can help you protect the ideas that you have worked hard to create. While you may have successfully secured copyright in New York, will it work overseas? Understanding the scope of your copyright protection can save you from disappointment and devastating...
Should an attorney withhold information from me?
You trust your attorney to give you all the assistance you need to navigate your case. It is important that your representative gives you all the information you need as your case progresses. Since your choices may make a crucial difference in the outcome of your...
What are some common statutes of limitations in New York?
Statutes of limitations provide a reasonable timeframe for you to file a case, while also putting a deadline for attorneys to process claims promptly. Time has its effect on evidence and testimony and the clearer your case, the more likely justice may prevail. Each...