Joyce A. Davis

Joyce A. Davis's Answers (16)

New City, NY

Litigation Lawyer at New City, NY

Practice Areas: Litigation, Corporate & Incorporation ... +2 more

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What are the chances as a father to get custody of my 1 year and 4 months son from the mother? advice please.

Joyce's answer | Answered on March 04, 2015

A court will ultimately decide the question of custody based upon the "best interest of the child." In making the determination, the court will...

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Can an employer demand that I break legally binding contracts to gain proprietary information that the company intends to use?

Joyce's answer | Answered on August 16, 2014

You may have a cause of action for wrongful termination depending upon your employment agreement. If you were an employee "at will" (no fixed...

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What can I do if my ex wifes family member is threatening me.

Joyce's answer | Answered on August 11, 2014

You should report your ex wife to the police and seek a restraining order against her.

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I signed a non compete clause in 2007 and was fired yesterday, i was fired for failing to take a pay cut and work longer hours.

Joyce's answer | Answered on August 02, 2014

I suggest that you review the terms of the non-compete clause with an attorney to determine if it is enforceable under New York law. If it truly...

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Can some one take me to court for an item I was unable to pay for and offered to return? No contract of any kind was made.

Joyce's answer | Answered on August 02, 2014

I agree with my colleague. The contents of the text messages are critical to the issue of whether or not he will be able to prove an enforceable...

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I need a contract created

Joyce's answer | Answered on July 28, 2014

You are doing the right thing by hiring counsel. I have seen too many small businesses draft agreements without the benefit of counsel, and get...

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