On June 21, 2016, the Federal Aviation Administration ("FAA") released its highly anticipated new rules set to serve as the foundation for governing commercial use of small, Unmanned Aircraft Systems ("UAS") and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles ("UAVs") in the United States. These new rules, more specifically, Part 107 of the Federal Aviation Regulations, provide a clear Read More »
On March 31, 2019, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and the State Legislature passed the $175 billion FY 2020 budget (the "Budget") for the state of New York. Real estate related highlights from the budget include: Permanent 2% Property Tax Cap: The inclusion of the permanent 2% property tax cap in the FY 2020 Budget will Read More »
On March 19, 2020, Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh announced the creation of a $500,000 fund to provide interest-free emergency loans to small businesses in the City of Syracuse that have been adversely impacted by the novel coronavirus. The COVID-19 Emergency Relief Program will be administered by the Syracuse Economic Development Corporation ("SEDCO") and is intended Read More »
Paola Suarez, Sara McDowell, Naveed, and Rebecca Cohen at the Syracuse University College of Law Pro Bono Ceremony on October 24, 2023. Rebecca and Paola were assigned Naveed's case through Sara at the Volunteer Lawyer's Project of Central New York (VLP). Editors note: Naveed and his family have evacuated from Afghanistan safely and are now Read More »
Table of Contents: Reporting Companies Large Operating Company Exemption Beneficial Owners Required Information to Report Due Date What If Information Changes? Penalties for Violations How to Report More Information Getting Started Contact an Attorney Effective January 1, 2024, many existing corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships and similar entities became subject to Federal requirements to report Read More »
This week, real estate attorney Robert Kawecki joined Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services, Inc. (INHS) to present a "Homebuyer Education" class for first-time homebuyers in the community. Robert spoke to guests about the role an attorney plays in a home purchase, and what the real estate settlement/closing process looks like. INHS provides resources for potential homebuyers Read More »
Bousquet Holstein is pleased to announce that Natalie P. Hempson-Elliott and Jana K. McDonald have been elected as Members of the firm. Natalie joined Bousquet Holstein in 2014 and is part of the firm's Real Estate, Business, and Public Finance Practice Groups. Natalie has over 10 years of experience representing clients in various business, real estate, and public finance transactions. Read More »
SYRACUSE, NY - Bousquet Holstein PLLC, a diversified law firm located in Syracuse, was recently selected by the not-for-profit corporation, The Northeast UAS Airspace Integration Research Alliance, Inc. ("NUAIR") with offices in Syracuse, NY and Rome, NY to serve as its corporate General Counsel. The NUAIR Alliance, is a New York based not-for-profit that has Read More »
Governor Cuomo signed legislation on April 13, 2016 enacting two significant changes to the NY School Tax Relief ("STAR") exemption program. The STAR program provides homeowners a reduction in real property school taxes. Historically, the STAR exemption was shown on and immediately reduced homeowners’ school tax bills. The first change transforms the STAR exemption into a Read More »
From small family-owned businesses to large global corporations, a company's ability to execute an effective advertising and marketing campaign is critical to building a recognizable, durable brand and driving sales. But what if your ads land your company in legal trouble, resulting in a court order enjoining your ad campaign and requiring you to pay Read More »