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Trademark Protection for Speakers and Influencers
by evansfox | Jul 9, 2026 | Trademark, Uncategorized
In today’s digital world, individuals are not only delivering content, but they are building personal brands and businesses. A strong brand name or identity creates distinction, fosters trust, and drives opportunities for speaking engagements, product endorsements,...
Why You Should Hire an Attorney to File Your Trademark — and the Pitfalls of DIY Registration
by evansfox | Jun 30, 2026 | Trademark, Uncategorized
Your brand is one of your most valuable business assets. It’s your identity in the marketplace, the way customers recognize and trust you. Protecting it with a federal trademark registration is a critical step in safeguarding your reputation, products, and market...
WHAT IF YOU WANT TO SELL PROPERTY THAT YOU CO-OWN WITH ANOTHER PERSON, BUT THEY DON’T AGREE?
by evansfox | Jun 23, 2026 | Litigation, Uncategorized
When two or more people co-own real property and they cannot agree on what to do with it, one or both parties can seek partition of the property. In New York, any co-owner of real property (whether a joint tenant or a tenant in common) has an absolute statutory...
6 Liquor License Mistakes That Can Cost You Your Grand Opening Day (and How to Avoid Them)
by evansfox | Jun 17, 2026 | Brewery & Cidery, Craft Beverage Branding, Distillery, Restaurants & Bar, Retail Liquor License, Uncategorized, Wineries
Getting your New York liquor license is more than just filling out forms.One wrong move can cost you months of lost revenue — or your license altogether. If your business relies on a liquor license to generate revenue, this may not be something to try and cut costs...
What is Succession Planning?
by evansfox | Jun 11, 2026 | Business Law, Business Vlogs, Buying/Selling a Business, General Business, Monthly Vlogs, Tips For the Entrepreneur, Uncategorized, Vlogs
Click below to learn more about succession planning. Attorney Stephen G. Bennett provides an overview. About Stephen G. Bennett Stephen “Steve” Bennett is a Partner with the firm. Steve graduated magna cum laude from the University at Buffalo...
How to Get the Best Purchase Price When Selling Your Liquor Store in New York
by evansfox | Jun 2, 2026 | Buying/Selling a Business, Retail Liquor License, Uncategorized
Practical steps to boost value before putting your store on the market Selling your liquor store is a big decision—one that can set the stage for your next business venture or retirement. The price a buyer is willing to pay depends on more than just sales numbers. By...
What is an “Estate”?
by evansfox | May 15, 2026 | Estate Planning Vlogs, Monthly Vlogs, Uncategorized
Click below to learn more about what is an “Estate”? Attorney Kenneth R. Kraus explains what are the important distinctions between Probate Estate, Non-Probate Estate and Gross Taxable Estate in this helpful video. About Kenneth R. Kraus Kenneth “Ken” Kraus...
Red Flags to Watch for When Buying a Liquor Store in New York
by evansfox | May 12, 2026 | Buying/Selling a Business, Retail Liquor License
What to check before you sign the purchase agreement Buying a liquor store can be a profitable venture—especially in New York, where retail liquor licenses are limited and valuable. These businesses have longevity and survive economic bad times if operated well. They...
So You’ve Signed a Contract to Sell Your Business—Now What?
by evansfox | Apr 29, 2026 | Business Law, Buying/Selling a Business, General Business, Tips For the Entrepreneur
Practical next steps for a smooth, successful closing Signing the contract to sell your business is a big milestone—but it’s not the finish line. There’s still important work to do to get from “signed” to “sold.” Here’s a clear, plain-language roadmap so you know what...
What NY’s Adult-Use Cannabis Processor Type 3 License Allows—and Doesn’t
by evansfox | Apr 22, 2026 | CBD
New York’s Type 3 Processor (“Brand License”), issued by the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM), enables brand operators to enter the state’s legal cannabis market without touching the plant themselves. Here’s a complete breakdown: Authorized Activities...
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