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is the Figurella Method a registered trademark? Can I open a business that does the same type of Figurella business under a different name? Should I modify something in the method to avoid any legal complications?
answered on Jan 18, 2022
You need to hire an attorney to conduct a research for you and give you advice accordingly. Without more information, it is impossible to know the answers.
I'm currently in a HOA board and we are trying to figure out what rules/by lawns are currently in place. How can we change them/ modify them and how to move forward. One board member says to make any changes we have to have a lawyer and then have a vote. I'd like clarification on what can... View More
answered on Jan 18, 2022
Having a lawyer Is almost never mandatory. But if you want to know whether modification may render the rules invalid in court of law, a lawyer will be helpful.
I'm part of a non-physician-owned group that acquired a professional association in a stock purchase with another LLC. I got feedback that an LLC cannot own a PA. Do I need to change the PA entity - articles of incorporation, etc.
answered on Jan 11, 2022
The central issue is not the PA, per se. It is splitting the fees. In general, physicians are prohibited to split fees with non-physicians. A few exceptions exist. One of them is exception to corporate practice where they do not hold out to the public as health care clinic. Some of the examples are... View More
answered on Jan 11, 2022
No. The renter's insurance company. The renter should have insurance covering the rental car. You should look to that direction.
I purchased a piece of property to build a new home, we have closed and the deed has been filed. The neighboring lot is also building a new home and their contractor has placed a dumpster and the spoils from digging a pool on my property without permission. How can I force them to remove it... View More
The new restaurant is using all my business signs
Customers are believing that they are eating at my restaurant. I have a new location and this causing confusion. I have already asked them to replace the signage or at least cover it up.
answered on Jan 5, 2022
You did the right thing. If they refuse to do so, it will be worthwhile to hire an attorney to write a cease and desist letter.
Are we required by law to honor a pricing package made by the gym when we are 1099 contractors? If it is the gym "policy" to provide a Silver Sneakers member a training discount, then isn't it for their employees to honor, not contractors? The club takes 40% of each session no... View More
answered on Jan 5, 2022
You need to have an attorney to review your agreement with the gym. The agreement should define the solutions in a scenario like this. The laws are about enforceing a valid agreement.
answered on Jan 5, 2022
The County requires business owners to obtain a Use permit before they can operate a new business or change the use of any business in unincorporated Lake County. (151.110) The County does not require business licenses, however, a business may be required to obtain other licenses in order to... View More
I have requested to either work at home or get a shift a change from my current job due to child care conflict and they claim there is nothing they can do for my shift change but they have done it for other employees.
answered on Jan 3, 2022
Employment discrimination generally exists where an employer treats an applicant or employee less favorably merely because of a person's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. You need to know what category... View More
I live in Florida and the state law identifies what common areas are, but the HOA bylaws say the board has broad discretion with respect to what common areas are and the HOA has used this broad discretion to bill only certain homeowners for cost to maintain common area's deeded to the hoa.... View More
answered on Jan 3, 2022
The direct answer is no. HOA's bylaws cannot circumvent state laws. The question is what constitute circumventing state laws. You need more facts in your inquiry.
There was a water leak but the water leak has been fixed so there’s no need for the landlord to tear out the walls inconveniencing my family trying to replace plumbing whit me and my children living here
answered on Dec 29, 2021
Landlord has a duty to provide habitable premise and to provide quiet use and enjoyment. Everything they do should be reasonable. If the inconvenience is for one day or two, I do not think you have a claim against that. Or if the inconvenience is minor, you do not have a valid claim neither. You... View More
My construction contract for a new home had a termination clause that required the Owner to provide three written notifications to terminate the contract. The contract was materially breached, and I have completed those notices. I have received no response from the opposing parties (developer and... View More
answered on Dec 29, 2021
Whether your contract is duly terminated depends on the provision of the contract. If service was performed, although not completed, you would probably have to pay for the service. You need to ask an attorney to review the contract to know for sure.
I am the owner of company A (Luxury Chocolates) & B (BizDev) and I will work as a BizDev contractor for company C (Luxury Candies). Company C provides to me full access to their portfolio of customers and wants me to sign an NDA with no time limit. What is the risk for me if company C finds out... View More
answered on Dec 16, 2021
You signed NDA, Non-Disclosure Agreement, not non-compete. Your obligation is not to disclose to anyone. If you did not tell anyone about their trade secret or covered information, I do not believe you have violated the NDA.
I complained about a parking problem, then she posted the 3 day notice. Rent is current ..late fees are from two months Sept and October
answered on Dec 16, 2021
Because you owe late fee, which is considered as part of rent, they have claim to file eviction. You may have defense that the eviction is form of retaliation if you have facts to support it, meaning if you can connect your complaining of parking problem with the eviction.
DO U STILL HAVE TO GO THREW PROBATE IF U HAVE A LETTER FROM UR BROTHERS AND SISTERS SAY I CAN KEEP THE PLACE
answered on Dec 16, 2021
It's hard to say based on what you presented. Did your Dad leave a will? If he did, you will have to. In any event, you have to talk to an estate planning attorney to know for sure what your rights are and how to protect yourself from future dispute.
My wife and I are elderly, and we live in a mobile home park. We own the home, but the landlord owns the land. We pay monthly rent. When we first moved to our current residence our son lived with us. He moved out in the 80's, but in Dec 2011, he came back home to live with us. Park management... View More
answered on Dec 4, 2021
Do you have lease in writing with them? Do you have a copy of their regulation? Are there any rules stated in the lease or the regulation regarding additional occupants? Are the rules "posted in the recreation hall, if any, or in some other conspicuous place in the park?"
If they... View More
I got a phone call from acouple of people I used to work with telling me that the boss has told everyone that I felled a drug test is the reason I no longer work there. After 17yrs with them. I do have recording device thats for my phone and I do have audio of them telling me this.
answered on Dec 3, 2021
First, do you recall having confidentiality agreement with the manager before you agree to a drug test? If you do, telling others breached the contract.
Secondly, is it true that you were fired for the reason? If it is not, you have a case against the employer for defamation.
You... View More
I am an exempt employee (manager) and my comp bank is almost always full. Due to the nature of my work (events) I am unable to take enough time off to keep my comp bank down. My employer notified me that because I was unable to use it, I have forfeited over 100 hours. Since I can’t take that much... View More
answered on Dec 1, 2021
You are exempt employees, which means you are not eligible for overtime pay. Accordingly, any comp time offered for hours worked in excess of 40 per week falls at the sole discretion of the employer.
The parts he claimed he didn't have
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answered on Nov 25, 2021
You can certainly ask him the question. If he can't explain otherwise, this evidence could be used in your favor. Don't you have an attorney to represent you in court?
Can you travel internationally to places such as Canada or UAE if you completed court supervision for a Class A misdemeanor for speeding 35 MPH plus in the state of Illinois? My understanding is that upon completion of supervision it leads to a non conviction? Is this true and if not convicted are... View More
answered on Nov 26, 2021
You are represented, right? Instead of guessing, you should review the paperwork for restriction. If you are worried about immigration matter for Canada, you can ask a Canadian immigration attorney. If you are worried about immigration status for US, you should tell what your immigration status.
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