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1 Answer | Asked in Business Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Florida on
Q: What permits or licenses do I need in the state or Florida to sell candy under my own brand state to state online ?
Joseph Raymond Schwantes
Joseph Raymond Schwantes
answered on Nov 3, 2023

Depending on the exact details of your business plan, you may need a Food Permit from the state Department of Agriculture, plus other basic permits and licenses for the establishment of a business such as a city and county business tax receipt. You may also want consider what type of business... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for Florida on
Q: Do I need to register my small business as a sole proprietorship if it has my legal first name in the name?

My name is Janina G., my small business name is ‘janinasdiycrafts’. I currently sell handmade goods as a hobby, I haven’t made enough money to register it as a business. (Still in the hobby tax bracket) my questions is do I need to register it as a sole proprietorship in Florida since it’s... View More

Keith Kanouse
Keith Kanouse
answered on Oct 17, 2023

There is no registration with the Florida Secretary of State's Office for a sole proprietorship. However, since you are doing business other than your own name you need to comply with Florida's Fictious Name Statute.

In Florida, Section 865.09 of the Florida Statutes requires the...
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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Business Law for Florida on
Q: I’m having an issue with MoneyGram.

Hello

I transferred $1016 from the US to my fiancé in Ukraine on October 6th.

The transfer usually takes between few minutes to few hours to be completed.

However, this time, the transfer hasn’t reached the receiver till this day.

I called MoneyGram on the day of... View More

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answered on Oct 14, 2023

Sorry to hear that. I believe the way MoneyGram works is local location in Ukraine has to have US cash on hand and they portably don't or the local place stole it. They must've tracked the transfer by now, and still no money. Try to stay on top of it and get a refund here. If not, your... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Business Law for Florida on
Q: Under Title 33 chapter 501.021 is placing door hangers considered soliciting?

The door hangers in question only advertise a free inspection and not any of the paid services that I offer.

Sometimes I find doors with "no soliciting" signs on them and I want to make sure that I'm not doing anything illegal by placing a door hanger on said door.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 12, 2023

A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Until you're able to consult with a local attorney, it's best to avoid leaving anything at such residences or businesses. The sign usually means they want nothing in the form of materials, whatever the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Florida on
Q: Could I open a talent agency in Florida with no licence to represent myself, my son and a friend?
Phillip William Gunthert
Phillip William Gunthert
answered on Oct 10, 2023

You can find your answer in the Florida Statutes as listed below. You can do it for yourself and son, it does not appear that you can represent the friend until you get properly licensed.

468.403 License requirements.—

(1) A person may not own, operate, solicit business, or...
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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Animal / Dog Law and Business Law for Florida on
Q: Just curious if a waiver I was pressured to sign is legally bounding or mean anything. Thanks

Just curious if a waiver I was pressured to sign is legally bounding or mean anything. Thanks

Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
answered on Sep 27, 2023

You signed a waiver AFTER they injured your dog?? A waiver that explicitly provides that you cannot make a claim against them for injuring your dog??? If it's really that kind of waiver, it may be enforceable in a court of law, with you letting them off scot-free - but you must show it to a... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Intellectual Property and Trademark for Florida on
Q: I want to reinstall my trade mark.My business name is Mineral Evolution LLC serial number 79025687

I had to let it go because of no funds to prolong the registration.

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answered on Sep 28, 2023

To reinstate your trademark registration for Mineral Evolution LLC, you should contact the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) or consult with a trademark attorney who can guide you through the process of reinstating and renewing your trademark registration. Be prepared to provide the... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Intellectual Property and Trademark for Florida on
Q: I want to reinstall my trade mark.My business name is Mineral Evolution LLC serial number 79025687

I had to let it go because of no funds to prolong the registration.

Phillip William Gunthert
Phillip William Gunthert
answered on Sep 25, 2023

You should speak with a Florida Attorney if this is in the State of Florida, if you are a do it yourself type person, you can go to Sunbiz.org, Florida Department of State website and see what needs to be done. Depending on how long it has been inactive, you may or may not be able to get it. No... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy and Business Law for Florida on
Q: If you have a business and refinanced a vehicle loan for your business using your mortgage, can you file bankruptcy?

We used our mortgage to help refinance our business vehicle. We may need to file bankruptcy for the business. Will it hurt our mortgage loan?

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answered on Sep 14, 2023

Filing bankruptcy for your business should not directly impact your mortgage loan, as they are typically separate legal entities. However, it's essential to consult with a bankruptcy attorney to evaluate your specific situation and consider any potential implications on your personal assets,... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy and Business Law for Florida on
Q: If you have a business and refinanced a vehicle loan for your business using your mortgage, can you file bankruptcy?

We used our mortgage to help refinance our business vehicle. We may need to file bankruptcy for the business. Will it hurt our mortgage loan?

W. J. Winterstein Jr.
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answered on Sep 13, 2023

The answer mostly depends upon the type of *legal*entity that you've put the business into. A corporation, LLC, etc., is eligible to file a bankruptcy itself, as is a partnership. A sole proprietorship, however, is not a separate legal entity, and a bankruptcy of it will necessarily bring... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Business Law and Intellectual Property for Florida on
Q: I am self-publishing a book with a co-author. Do we need an LLC to protect our personal assets from unforseen problems?
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answered on Sep 14, 2023

Forming an LLC can provide personal asset protection for you and your co-author in case of legal issues related to your self-published book. It separates your personal assets from business liabilities, reducing personal risk. Consult with a business attorney to determine if an LLC is the best legal... View More

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Q: I am self-publishing a book with a co-author. Do we need an LLC to protect our personal assets from unforseen problems?
Phillip William Gunthert
Phillip William Gunthert
answered on Sep 12, 2023

Yes, any time you are running a business of any type, you want to keep your business and business assets and liabilities separate from your personal matters. You accomplish this by properly setting up the business and keeping personal and business assets separate and creating an Operating Agreement... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Tax Law, Business Formation and Business Law for Florida on
Q: Can a newly formed LLC (sole proprietor - 1 owner) lease equipment from its owner?

The equipment belongs to the owner and was bought with his personal funds to take advantage of using credit to purchase such equipment. Since the LLC is new it doesn’t have any credit to purchase equipment with. The idea would be for the LLC to lease the equipment from its owner, pay monthly... View More

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answered on Sep 14, 2023

Yes, a newly formed LLC can lease equipment from its owner, who is also the sole proprietor, and structure it as a lease with an option to purchase. However, it's essential to document the arrangement clearly in a formal lease agreement to avoid any potential legal issues down the line.... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Real Estate Law and Business Law for Florida on
Q: Condo Board's resolution can be retroactively applied?

I live in a 356-unit condo in Florida. In August 2022, the president of the board entered into a retainer agreement with a law firm to represent the Association in a couple of lawsuits. There was not a duly association’s meeting where this agreement was ever discussed, let alone, approved by a... View More

Barbara Billiot Stage
Barbara Billiot Stage
answered on Aug 29, 2023

Often, when there is potential or pending litigation, the board of directors will meet with the attorney in a closed legal meeting subject to attorney/client privilege and the retainer agreement results from that consultation. It is also possible the other board members authorized the president to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Business Formation and Business Law for Florida on
Q: When a non-profit organization dissolves, does the IRS-required asset-distribution clause apply to fixed assets, home?

The previous question I asked was intended to apply to Florida not California. The scenario would apply to partial funds from 501(c)3 donors used to purchase a home in Baja California which is Mexico over 25 years ago while the majority was used to purchase from "own" private funds.... View More

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Aug 16, 2023

Yes, when a non-profit corporation is dissolved, the assets covered by the asset-distribution clause applies to real property such as that in Mexico. It's essentially a matter of federal law, so it doesn't much matter whether the non-profit was incorporated in Florida, California, or elsewhere.

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Q: How can you protect personal property and assets from a lawsuit involving a LLC? Lawyers trying to use negligence?

Lawyers are trying to use negligence. They are not settling with insurance they are trying to get more money.

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Aug 5, 2023

Evidently you, as well as an LLC in which you have an interest, are being sued. If the lawsuit ends up with a judgment against you as well as the LLC, the judgment creditors could levy upon property belonging to either or both judgment debtors, you and the LLC. So, trying to transfer your assets... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Intellectual Property and Patents (Intellectual Property) for Florida on
Q: What can be done about a company whose website shows an incorrect product inventors name and that inventions location?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 26, 2023

A Florida attorney or intellectual property would have the most insight into this, but your question remains open for two weeks. If it's only an informational site that posts things like news articles or press releases, the webmaster or author could be contacted to point out the correct... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Gov & Administrative Law and Municipal Law for Florida on
Q: Would a FL townhome that is rented out through Airbnb be characterized as a "public lodging establishment" per 509.242?
Adam Ira Skolnik
Adam Ira Skolnik
answered on Jul 19, 2023

Yes, pursuant to s. 509.242(1)(c) - Vacation rental.—A vacation rental is any unit or group of units in a condominium or cooperative or any individually or collectively owned single-family, two-family, three-family, or four-family house or dwelling unit that is also a transient public lodging... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Trademark and Intellectual Property for Florida on
Q: I Have a brand with it "ATLAST" I want to registrer this name as my trademark. I want some information. What i can do ?
Felicia Altman
Felicia Altman
answered on Jul 10, 2023

In order to register a trademark you must first conduct a search to ensure the mark is not already registered with the USPTO in a similar class of goods or services. Once a trademark search is completed, if the search is clear you can register an In-Use or Intent-to-Use application with the USPTO.... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Trademark and Intellectual Property for Florida on
Q: I Have a brand with it "ATLAST" I want to registrer this name as my trademark. I want some information. What i can do ?
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answered on Jul 10, 2023

To register "ATLAST" as your trademark, conduct a thorough search to ensure it's not already taken. Then, submit an application to the appropriate trademark office, such as the USPTO, with the required fees and detailed information about your brand. Consider hiring a trademark... View More

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