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- Plaintiff Must Show Its Hand First in Trade Secret Theft Case-NY Court
- One Sign Your Breach of Contract Claim Isn’t Being Taken Seriously
- Reebok Fights Back on Nike’s Misappropriation Claims
Non-Compete Agreements
- New York Non-Compete Agreements: Clarity is Key
- Selling a Mobile App? You May Need to Sign a New York Non-Compete
- Mobile App Developers: A New York Non-Compete May Limit Future Apps
- Victory for Singas Pizza in Non-Compete Lawsuit
- New York Non-Compete and Non-Solicitation Case Involving Delta Enterprise Corp.
Tortious Interference
- Nike Sues Reebok for Interference & Misappropriation of Tebow Rights
- No Tortious Interference Without Breach of Contract, Says NY Court
Breach of Fiduciary Duty
- New York Breach of Fiduciary Duty Lawyer: Housing Crisis Lawsuits
- Split NY Appeals Court Allows Retaliation Claim to Survive Dismissal
- Possible Breach of Fiduciary Duty in Sale of Quest Software
- METLife Sued by Investor for Breach of Fiduciary Duty
- Hulk Hogan’s Wife Cleared of Breach of Fiduciary Duty
Breach of Contract
- What to Do When a New York College or University Breaches Its Contract
- New York Breach of Contract: Big Film Studios, Big Lawsuits
- Violating Student Handbooks May Constitute New York Breach of Contract
- Musicians Beware: A New York Breach of Contract May Result in Lawsuits
- New York Breach of Contract Lawyer: Sued by Your Ex-Spouse?
General
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Non-Compete Agreements
- The 3 Critical Steps to Defend Against a TRO in a New York Non-Compete Case
- Why Fighting a TRO in New York is a Good Idea - Even Before it's Signed
- Why Restraining Orders Are So Important in a New York Non-Compete Case
- What a Plaintiff Must Reveal When Claiming Trade Secret Theft in New York
- How to Choose the Right Forum for Disputes Regarding Your Non-Compete
Tortious Interference
- Why "Interference" Alone Isn't Enough to Win a Tortious Interference Claim in NY
- How to Prove Tortious Interference Under New York Law
Breach of Fiduciary Duty
- Why Proving Justifiable Reliance in a New York Fraud Claim Isn't Easy
- When A Whistleblower Can Sue for Wrongful Termination in New York
- One Powerful Way to Defeat a Fraudulent Inducement Claim in New York
- How to Calculate the Statute of Limitations for a New York Breach of Fiduciary Duty Claim
- How Non-Solicitation & Breach of Fiduciary Duty Claims Overlap Under New York Law
Breach of Contract
- What Happens When Your Agreement is Unclear in New York
- Why Corporate Officers Aren't Personally Liable for Guarantees Under NY Law
- Why Whistleblower Policies May Not Be Grounds to Contest Firing in New York
- When You're Barred From Bringing a Breach of Contract Claim in New York
- How a New York Contract Can Be Broken Before It Even Starts
General
- When High-Level Corporate Officers Are Immune From Depositions in New York
- Law Offices of Jonathan Cooper February '11 Newsletter
- Law Offices of Jonathan Cooper December '11 Newsletter
- October '11 Newsletter
- September '11 Newsletter
Case Results
Non-Compete Agreements
Breach of Contract
- Defense of Over $550,000 in Breach of Contract Claims Against Mortgage Broker Settled for Under $20,000
Awarded: $17,000
Other
- Aiding and Abetting of Fraud Action Against Client Dismissed
- Plaintiffs' Federal Claims for Trespass, Negligence Against Client Dismissed
- $500,000 Judgment Against Developer Reduced by Over 2/3
Awarded: $0 - All Claims Against Our Client Were Dismissed
Awarded: Case Against Client Dismissed
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What to Do When a New York College or University Breaches Its Contract
Universities and colleges may breach the agreements made with students. View here for more on what to do in the event of a New York breach of contract.
Category: Breach of Contract
New York Non-Compete Agreements: Clarity is Key
If a non-compete agreement is not clearly written, it may not be enforced the way you intended. View here for more from a New York non-compete agreement lawyer.
Category: Non-Compete Agreements
Selling a Mobile App? You May Need to Sign a New York Non-Compete
Selling a mobile app could involve a non-compete agreement between the buyer and seller. View this page for more from a New York non-compete agreement lawyer.
Category: Non-Compete Agreements
New York Breach of Contract: Big Film Studios, Big Lawsuits
Multi-million dollar lawsuit filed against Miramax investors relating to popular films. View here for more from a New York breach of contract attorney.
Category: Breach of Contract
Violating Student Handbooks May Constitute New York Breach of Contract
Students enter into contracts when they agree to abide by college handbooks. Read more on higher education rules by a New York breach of contract attorney.
Category: Breach of Contract
Musicians Beware: A New York Breach of Contract May Result in Lawsuits
Popular musical groups are not immune from lawsuits. For more about the recent suit against LMFAO, view an overview from a New York breach of contract lawyer.
Category: Breach of Contract
New York Breach of Fiduciary Duty Lawyer: Housing Crisis Lawsuits
A New York breach of fiduciary duty lawyer shows how the recent housing crisis is spurring litigation under New York contract law.
Category: Breach of Fiduciary Duty
New York Breach of Contract Lawyer: Sued by Your Ex-Spouse?
You may be divorced, but your ex-spouse can still be in violation of a binding agreement. View this page for more from a New York breach of contract lawyer.
Category: Breach of Contract
Mobile App Developers: A New York Non-Compete May Limit Future Apps
Before selling a mobile app, be aware that non-compete agreements may limit your future sales. View here for more from a New York non-compete agreement lawyer.
Category: Non-Compete Agreements
Victory for Singas Pizza in Non-Compete Lawsuit
Singas Famous Pizza wins non-compete battle against New York Famous Pizza. View this page for more on this case from a New York non-compete agreement lawyer.
Category: Non-Compete Agreements
Split NY Appeals Court Allows Retaliation Claim to Survive Dismissal
A Split New York Appeals Court allowed a whistleblower's retaliation claim to survive a school's motion to dismiss, explains NY employment litigation attorney.Category: Breach of Fiduciary Duty
New York Breach of Contract Lawyer Warns: Your Employer Could Sue You
Think most companies will not sue their former employees? Think again. View this page for more from a New York breach of contract lawyer.
Category: Breach of Contract
New York Non-Compete and Non-Solicitation Case Involving Delta Enterprise Corp.
Court finds that non-compete agreements can be extended if employees violate the terms. View here for more from a New York non-compete agreement lawyer.
Category: Non-Compete Agreements
Possible Breach of Fiduciary Duty in Sale of Quest Software
New York business litigation attorney Jonathan M. Cooper discusses the recent agreement to take Quest Software back into the private sector.
Category: Breach of Fiduciary Duty
METLife Sued by Investor for Breach of Fiduciary Duty
Business attorney Jonathan M. Cooper discusses the possible breach of fiduciary duty by METLife to its investors.
Category: Breach of Fiduciary Duty
Author’s Non-Compete Agreement Leads to Amazon Deal
New York non-compete attorney Jonathan M. Cooper explains the how author Kiana Davenport was able to work through a non-compete agreement to get her book published.
Category: Non-Compete Agreements
M.I.A.’s Super Bowl Hijinks Could Mean Breach of Contract
Law Offices of Jonathan M. Cooper discuss possible breach of contract by artist M.I.A. in Super Bowl halftime show.
Category: Breach of Contract
Hulk Hogan’s Wife Cleared of Breach of Fiduciary Duty
New York business litigation attorney Jonathan M. Cooper discusses the breach of fiduciary duty case against Linda Hogan.
Category: Breach of Fiduciary Duty
Nike Sues Reebok for Interference & Misappropriation of Tebow Rights
Nike Sues Reebok for Interference & Misappropriation of Tebow RightsCategory: Tortious Interference
Possible Breach of Contract Could Cost Ex-CEO
A NY business attorney discusses the complication of how to use work experience in a new workplace without breaching a contract. Read here to learn more.
Category: Breach of Contract
IBM and Indiana at Odds over Breach of Contract
New York business attorney Jonathan M. Cooper discusses the breach of contract lawsuits between IBM and the state of Indiana. Read here to learn more.
Category: Breach of Contract
Trial Set for BYU's Breach of Fiduciary Duty Claim Against Pfizer
After years of delays, BYU is finally getting its day in court on its claims that Pfizer breached its contract regarding intellectual property.Category: Breach of Fiduciary Duty
What a Typical Non-Complete Agreement Looks Like in New York
If you’re worried about being trapped by a non-compete agreement, find a New York business lawyer who can help you move on.
Category: Non-Compete Agreements
Garth Brooks Wins $500,000 in Breach of Contract Lawsuit
NY breach of contract lawyer Jonathan Cooper discusses country music legend Garth Brooks' breach of contract lawsuit win.Category: Breach of Contract
Macy's Sues Martha Stewart Living in NY for Breach of Contract
New York breach of contract attorney Jonathan Cooper explains why breach of contract claims are not limited to "small fry;" it happens to big companies too.Category: Breach of Contract
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- Jonathan is a terrific lawyer and a great person ... I have found him to be extremely knowledgable and a zealous and effective advocate for his clients.
- Jonathan defended us against a lawsuit relating to a non-compete. He was professional, knowledgeable and easy to work with. I hope to never get sued again but if I do, I would call Jonathan before anyone else.
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- Jonathan provided the expert advice I needed to feel comfortable with a litigation involving my former company regarding a non-compete.
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Posted on 5/11/2012 - Radio Host Howard Stern Loses on New York Breach of Contract Claim...
Posted on 5/4/2012 - Students File Breach of Contract Claims Against University...
Posted on 5/2/2012 - Bank of New York Mellon Faces Lawsuit for Breach of Fiduciary Duty...
Posted on 4/25/2012 - Country Superstar Randy Travis Sued by Ex-Wife for Breach of Contract...
Posted on 4/23/2012 - Big Win for Facebook in Breach of Contract Lawsuit...
Posted on 4/20/2012 - Kenneth Cole Under Investigation for Possible Breach of Fiduciary Duty...
Posted on 4/20/2012 - “Jersey Shore” Resident in Hot Water for Breach of Contract...
Posted on 4/19/2012 - IBM Files Breach of Contract Lawsuit Against Former Employee...
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FAQs
Non-Compete Agreements
- What is the employee choice doctrine and how does it apply to my New York non-compete agreement?
- What does it mean if my New York employment agreement contains a non-solicitation provision?
- How concerned should I be about my New York non-compete agreement?
Tortious Interference
Breach of Fiduciary Duty
- How can I determine whether someone is a fiduciary under New York contract law?
- How Can You Defeat a New York Fraudulent Inducement Claim?
- What Counts as a Fiduciary Relationship Under New York Law?
Breach of Contract
- What part of a New York breach of contract claim is most important to prove?
- What should I do if my former employer is suing me for New York breach of contract?
- Can there be a NY breach of contract without an actual contract?