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Free Consultations: A Primer on What to Expect

Although the American Bar Association’s (ABA) Model Rules of Professional Conduct do not explicitly require individual attorneys or law firms to offer free initial consultations, many lawyers advertise them. These meetings give prospective clients a chance to gauge whether or not they have a strong case. At the same time, the attorneys have the opportunity to share their expertise and opinions with someone struggling over legal concerns.

Graffiti Art - New York

A federal judge in Brooklyn, New York, awarded statutory damages of $6.7 million to 21 graffiti artists in a suit that contended a building owner violated federal law when he painted over their artwork

Graffiti Art - New York

A federal judge in Brooklyn, New York, awarded statutory damages of $6.7 million to 21 graffiti artists in a suit that contended a building owner violated federal law when he painted over their artwork

$6.7 Million awarded to artists in suit against landlord

How to protect yourself from claims under VARA (Visual Artists Rights Act of 1990): Recently a case was decided in New York in which a commercial building owner and landlord was ordered to pay his tenant and the tenant’s guest artists $6,700,000.

Is a Trademark needed for my business?

Before investing substantial time or money into a business it is a good idea to get some advice from a trademark lawyer. By ensuring that you can protect the name you’re planning to build your business or product under you can ensure that you do not have a competitor confusing your customers.

How much does it cost to Franchise my business?

Attorney Keith Gross was choses to participate as an expert panelist recently for an article about the costs associated with franchising a business concept.

5 Things to Do After an Accident:

It is important to realize that if you are injured you only get one chance to recover for those injuries. If you suffer an injury today that may require a walking cane 40 years from now...

Trademark Registration FAQ

In the business world, trademarks are essential to brand building. Without the protections put forth by trademark registration, building a consistent brand would be impossible, and competitors could easily attack your brand name...

Breaking Down Miranda

Examination of Miranda rights

Graffiti Art - New York

A federal judge in Brooklyn, New York, awarded statutory damages of $6.7 million to 21 graffiti artists in a suit that contended a building owner violated federal law when he painted over their artwork

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