N.Y. General Business Law 132 – Fictitious copartnership names
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§ 132. Fictitious copartnership names. 1. A person who transacts business, using the name, as a partner, of one not interested with him as a partner, or using the designation "and company," or "& Co." when no actual partner is represented thereby is guilty of a misdemeanor. This section shall not apply to any case, where it is specially prescribed by statute that a partnership name may be continued in use by a successor, survivor, or other person.
Terms Used In N.Y. General Business Law 132
- Partnership: A voluntary contract between two or more persons to pool some or all of their assets into a business, with the agreement that there will be a proportional sharing of profits and losses.
- Statute: A law passed by a legislature.
2. Provided, however, that nothing in this section shall be construed to prohibit the use of the designation "and associates" or "& associates" by a professional or professionals who actually practice such profession with or employ one or more other professionals engaged in such profession.