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I started a blog and obtained a DBA as I plan to earn money through the blog. I now have three additional blogs; two are similar to the first, and I am creating an umbrella to incorporate these blogs under one primary site. One of the subsidiary blogs has its own DBA. I am uncertain whether each... View More 
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answered on Apr 3, 2025
You should speak with an attorney to clarify and highlight all the details, but in general, you do not need a separate DBA for each blog unless you plan to operate each publicly under a different name. Since you are creating an umbrella site, you can use one DBA that reflects the overall brand and... View More
I am an independent contractor planning to leave the shop where I currently work to start my own business. There is no contract in place with the shop, and there have been no disputes regarding the ownership of my items. I have clearly stated receipts for all items I own. Do I need any additional... View More
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answered on Mar 31, 2025
As an independent contractor planning to leave your current shop, you can generally take any belongings you’ve purchased and have receipts for without legal issues. To avoid misunderstandings, it’s a good idea to create a list of your items with proof of purchase and photos. Notify the shop... View More
I am a developer planning to launch a taxi-hailing platform in New York, partnering with driver cooperatives. What should I consider legally regarding capital income exchange and structuring the cash split with the cooperatives?
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answered on Mar 27, 2025
This is a great question with a lot of moving parts. Structuring a platform like this—especially in New York—raises regulatory, tax, and contractual considerations. You’ll want to think through how revenue flows between you and the cooperatives, how profits and risks are shared, and whether... View More
I am a licensed commercial real estate salesperson in New Jersey. A business acquaintance, who is not a licensed real estate professional, has offered to refer real estate clients to me in exchange for a finder's fee, potentially around 5% of the transaction value. I am unsure about the... View More
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answered on Mar 26, 2025
In New Jersey, a licensed real estate salesperson cannot legally pay a referral or finder’s fee to an unlicensed individual for referring real estate clients. The New Jersey Real Estate Commission strictly prohibits compensating individuals who are not licensed under the New Jersey Real Estate... View More
I was kicked out by my business partner, and we do not have a formal partnership agreement. However, I do have my business bank agreement as proof of my involvement. What legal options do I have to address this situation and potentially reclaim my position or investment in the business?
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answered on Mar 6, 2025
You may have legal options, but without a formal partnership agreement, your case isn’t clear-cut. Your business bank agreement can serve as evidence of involvement, but more proof—such as financial contributions, communications, or profit-sharing—would strengthen your position.
If... View More
I worked at Company A, which was acquired by Company B. Post-acquisition, Company B terminated my employment. My separation agreement with Company B states I cannot make damaging or false remarks about the company or related parties, though I can respond to legal inquiries. Company A's former... View More
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answered on Mar 4, 2025
I would certainly speak with an employment lawyer, if you cannot avoid rendering the statement. If in fact, you are under a contractual obligation to not divorce, confidential information and you end up doing so then you might be in violation of such obligations and subject to whatever penalties... View More
I own a business and need to report my income on a 1099-K. My total income includes $7,000 from the 1099-K and an additional $3,000 in cash earnings not on the 1099-K. If I report both amounts together on my tax return, will my return get flagged due to the discrepancy between my total income and... View More
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answered on Mar 4, 2025
This should not be considered legal advice and you should definitely consult an attorney who understands these issues but your tax return is unlikely to be flagged just because your total income exceeds the 1099-K amount. The IRS expects all income to be reported, including cash earnings. The lack... View More
I am making a new vision for the company and changing the name and target market. The last LLC is a dead company, I am 80% owner of the older company. I want to make a brand-new LLC and start over with my own brand as 100% owner. Is there any complications or tax issues/sales tax/income tax or... View More
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answered on Jan 8, 2025
For your situation, when creating a new LLC and transitioning from an older company, there are a few considerations to keep in mind:
If the older LLC has any existing debts, obligations, or contracts, it’s important to ensure those are properly addressed so they don’t carry over to the... View More
I formed a PLLC for my physical therapy practice in NY. In the NY state PT practice act it states that licensed PTs cannot engage in unlicensed activities as that might give PTs an advantage over other professionals. Other PTs also provide wellness coaching services to clients outside of where they... View More
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answered on May 22, 2024
Without having inquired all facts and done proper research in your case, and not making this any form of legal advise, I believe at first glance that if you make it a separate entity and do not commingle with your other entity, there is no prohibition for a licensed professional against engaging in... View More
Our LLP was established in January 2023. Unfortunately, we're facing financial constraints, and while other partners are willing to inject more capital to sustain the business, there is one partner refuses to invest further. what options are available to the other partners?
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answered on Jan 9, 2024
There are several issues that appear to be related to your question: (a) are the partners united or are their interests and positions in some way opposed to one another, (b) is it an LLP or an LLC ? Either way the Partnership Agreement or the Operating Agreement, respectively would need to be... View More
I am planning to run private wine education classes in New Jersey, offering sessions to individuals in their homes for up to 20 people. I hold WSET levels 1, 2, and 3 qualifications. I want to include wine for educational purposes. Is an ABC license required for me to provide wine, or can I offer... View More
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answered on Mar 13, 2025
While this response is not legal advice which would require more information from you and would be done with an attorney whom you have retained, here is a bit of guidance: In New Jersey, providing wine during private educational classes, even if not sold directly, likely requires an ABC permit. The... View More
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I have a question concerning if a 'facility fee' of $1,500(!) from a fertility clinic is deceptive and predatory. Do I have a right to request a detailed, itemized breakdown of an obscure, arbitrary fee from a fertility clinic that my wife and I are attending. Also, the... View More
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answered on Jan 7, 2025
For starters, request a detailed explanation of the $1,500 fee. The clinic may provide a breakdown if pressed. Discuss this with a lawyer to see if maybe you have a claim.
Hi I paid a service provider $1500 to do a service for my business she has a nasty attitude and is very rude she hasn’t started any work yet it’s only been about 2 days and she won’t give me my money back and she said if I do a charge back she is going to take me to court. She had me check... View More
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answered on Oct 18, 2023
It is next to impossible to identify or suggest anything based on the very sparse info you shared. Generally, the contract, verbal or (even much better) written control. Where there is no contract, state rules or even federal rules govern. You should speak to a lawyer.
My mother (I am her biological daughter) arrived in the US on a B2 tourist visa for the second time on July 4th, 2023, and I am a US citizen. Can I apply for her Green Card before 90 days ( DO NOT FOLLOW 90 DAYS RULE, because my purpose is save time for the green card process) arriving in the U.S... View More
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answered on Aug 22, 2023
Congratulations on becoming a US citizen! It's great that you want to help your mother obtain a green card. Let's go over your questions step by step:
1. Can you apply for your mother's Green Card while she's in the US on a B2 visa?
Yes, as a US citizen, you can... View More
For example, the alien was deported after being convicted for drug trafficking then they reentered the US unlawfully/illegally and was then convicted of another crime and served 6 years in prison. Are there any grounds for the person to defend not being deported if they have a child to support who... View More
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answered on Aug 15, 2023
it is impossible to discuss this in the hypothetical; suffice to say that whoever has this issue needs an immigration lawyer experienced in 'crimmigration' because sometimes it is possible to do certain things with the conviction, after it has been entered. Much depends on the crime itself.
My mom applied I-90 form and is waiting for her green card to be replaced. She got the I-551 stamp on her passport, but she doesn’t have a physical green card (the USCIS has it). Can she still travel back to the US with her German Passport with the I-551 stamp on it?
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answered on Aug 15, 2023
You should be able to travel with just the I-551 stamp, which is also called the temporary proof of legal residence stamp.
I formed an LLC already. Unaware after reading some websites that licensed professionals are supposed to form a PLLC but I wanted to confirm if that is true.
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answered on Aug 13, 2023
In New York, professional licensees of certain type cannot practice together with non-licensed people, making the regular LLC not an acceptable way to organize the company. Those filing the PLLC must be licensed to practice the occupation in question, and the company must be managed by those with... View More
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answered on Jun 25, 2023
In New York, a 16-year-old can work in a family business under certain conditions. Generally, minors who are 14 or 15 years old are allowed to work in a family business as long as the work is not hazardous and they have appropriate work permits. However, for 16-year-olds, there are usually no... View More
I own 25% of a business, a shop, in a 3 people partnership. If i were to no longer go in and offer manual labor but still keep the 25% I understand contributing 25% of the business expenses. But they say I have to also pay them them a salary based on how much percentage of the company they own. Is... View More
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answered on Feb 14, 2023
Hello. It does not sound like a situation for you to remain in. As for your question, it is not entirely clear what you are asking. You may want to speak with a lawyer because there will undoubtedly be issues requiring clarification. That said, business ownership does not have to go hand in hand... View More
My wife is a US citizen, and is currently doing her bachelors. She works part time and not on a regular basis. My company is currently processing my green card, however, it will take some time. So, I wanted to apply for a marriage based green card. My wife cannot thus sponsor my green card, but she... View More
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answered on Feb 14, 2023
Yes, a third party (another person) may be a guarantor/sponsor but needs to mee the eligibility criteria (income or assets).
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