Why a New York Liquor Store Can Sell Corkscrews… But Not Soda

Walk into a liquor store in most states, and you’ll find what you expect—wine, spirits, mixers, snacks, maybe even a small grocery section with cheese and charcuterie products. Walk into a liquor store in New York, and you’ll notice something different almost...

Can We Still Use Our Employee’s Content After They Retire?

When a long-time employee retires—especially one who has become the “face” of your business—the question comes quickly can we keep using their content? Their videos? Their name and likeness? For many businesses, the answer is not as simple as “we own it, so yes.” In...

You Bought the Business… But Did You Buy the Face of the Brand?

The deal was done. After months of negotiations, diligence, and late-night calls, everything was finally in place. The numbers worked. The documents were signed. The business was yours. And then, almost as an afterthought, someone asked “are we still using the founder...