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How does that work? Can I be the sole owner of the LLC? When registering an LLC, I noticed that there is an requirement to add LLC Manager. Can I be the LLC Manager while on OPT? Or would that be a violation of visa status?
answered on Nov 29, 2022
This issue is a little complicated. In general you either need to have work authorization to open a business in the United States, for example, through an E2 investor visa, or you need to partner with a person with work authorization or a LPR or US citizen and basically delegate all day to day... View More 
Left an apartment complex in 2011. I believed owners wrote off the debt as a loss. Started to receiving info from a debt collector (Lawyer) in 2013. Asked them to provided all information about ownership of debt. They could not. Went back and forth for awhile and finally presented a Cease and... View More
answered on Nov 28, 2022
I believe that this is a duplicate question. In general, the recently enacted Consumer Credit Fairness Act has actually reduced the statute of limitations to three (3) years for rent arrears in New York. If you have made any payments after April 7, 2022, it shouldn't reactivate the debt under... View More
I moved out of my apartment before the lease ended. Was turned over to a debt collector. Kept requesting information on ownership of debt, lease, money owed, etc... Could not provided it.
Asked to stop harassing me until could provide that information. Cease and Desist letters, two of... View More
answered on Nov 28, 2022
The recently enacted Consumer Credit Fairness Act has actually reduced the statute of limitations to three (3) years for rent arrears in New York. If you have made any payments after April 7, 2022, it shouldn't reactivate the debt under the CCFA; however, you should NOT make any payments as... View More
one non voting limited member of LLC has declared in court ,that LLC is dissolved and he has transferred the account under his name.
answered on Nov 24, 2022
We need more information to answer your questions. Was there a shareholder meeting on which dissolution was voted on? Is there a certificate of dissolution on file? Have all taxes and fees been paid? Was proper notice and an agenda provided to the shareholders in advance of the meeting in... View More
I signed a lease and gave a deposit. Not scheduled to move in until 1/19/2023. Today is 11/21/2022. Requested to cancel, haven't even looked at the place, requested cancellation less than 2 weeks after I secured it. They are saying even though I haven't moved in and wont for 60 more days,... View More
answered on Dec 11, 2022
Legally, I think what they are doing is very questionable. Real Property Law section 227-e requires you landlord to mitigate damages once he is properly notified that you intend to break the lease. Meaning after being properly notified by you, he can’t simply sit back and let the arrears pile up... View More
The business was never operational. Expenses we’re very minimal & no debt was accrued. I know some goes to taxes, but I get absolutely nothing back?
answered on Dec 11, 2022
This is a case where a creative retainer might be useful. Meaning, because the dollar amount is small, you can consult with an attorney who can help you draft the litigation documents, guide you through filing and service, and preparation before court appearances. This is a much better option than... View More
Is the appellant required to submit his reason for the appeal and his description of why he believes the judgement was wrong with the notice of appeal - or can that be done at a later date?
answered on Nov 14, 2022
The forms can be found on the Appellate Division website in the jurisdiction where the trial court was located. See, for example, the Second Department appeals forms: https://www.nycourts.gov/courts/ad2/formsandpracticeaids.shtml. The "informational statement" mentioned by my colleague... View More
answered on Nov 8, 2022
That depends. Under U.S. Supreme Court precedent you do have some expectation of privacy at your place of employment, though not to the same degree as in your home. You can also waive these rights to varying degrees if you agreed to any terms of service when logging in to your work computer system... View More
As a landlord, my tenant owes me money for a months rent and refuses to pay. I sold the property but tenant still resides in the residence with new landlord. Money for 1 month rent was owed to me before selling property. Tenant had given me a check that bounced intended for a previous month.... View More
answered on Nov 8, 2022
You may try to deposit the check again. Be aware that the Uniform Commercial Code permits a bank to refuse to honor a check more than 6 months old, so that’s another issue to consider. Of course if you try to deposit and the check is dishonored again, you will have to pay the fees to the bank a... View More
eHarmony is charging me for an automatic renewal that I didn't pay. A collection agency contacted me recently about the debt and I am looking for ways around paying the debt.
I initially subscribed to eHarmony in August 2020 with a 2 year subscription and was recently notified of my... View More
answered on Nov 8, 2022
Sending them a legal letter with a request to discuss a resolution, demanding validation of the debt, along with other appropriate legal terminology might help get the situation moving. Consider retaining a professional attorney who can also assist you in challenging any inaccurate negative credit... View More
And February 28 I made hotel reservations for November 11 through the 13th. Confirmation stated cost to be $1456. I received an invoice and October 15 For the amount of $1820. Is it legal for them to change the cost? I was under the impression a confirmation was a binding contract.
answered on Nov 8, 2022
Did you reserve through a booking service? If so the terms of the contract would be contained in the terms of service. If not, did you reserve directly with the hotel? In this case sending them a demand letter requesting an itemized list of the charges might be a good place to start. You can... View More
funds could not be released. Chevy Chase Bank was assumed by Capital One bank 2009.
Completed takeover 2010. November 10, 2012 Chevy Chase a (DEFUNCT) bank filed a lien on the property (incorrectly - wrong block and lot number), Chevy Chase (DEFUNCT) bank assigned the purported mortgage... View More
answered on Nov 8, 2022
When is the foreclosure auction scheduled? If there was a defect in the assignment, you may be able to file an Order to Show Cause to stay the sale, but only before the auction is completed. After that you would have a very hard time undoing the sale.
I was wondering about the legality of buying one's own products. I was thinking of buying some discounted gift cards for Etsy/Ebay where I sell products, and using them to buy some of my own products, picking up a little profit and boosting my store activity and seller profile. Are there any... View More
answered on Nov 8, 2022
You have to review the Etsy and EBay terms of service you agreed to when opening your sellers account to determine whether this is a violation of any of their policies which could get you suspended. Legally speaking, apart from terms of service, the only issue I could see is if you are presenting... View More
I am trying to connect a wholesaler who sells products to a retailer who will resell that product online and I would receive Commission on the the profit that each of them make that each of them makev Do I need a special license for that and where would I find more information on the laws about... View More
answered on Nov 8, 2022
Unless you are selling highly regulated products such as chemicals or pharmaceuticals I don’t see that you would need any special license. What you need is a strong contract drafted by an experienced attorney to ensure your commission, along with a business strategy to prevent the wholesalers and... View More
About 5000$ in hold
answered on Nov 8, 2022
I would need to review with you the documents on your account dashboard for the reason for the hold. Depending on what my investigation uncovers we may issue a legal demand letter to the Stripe legal department.
I'm disable with the pandemic that's going on can't afford to pay
answered on Nov 8, 2022
If you have no assets or taxable income (for example you are on SSI), or very low income, Chapter 7 may be a good option. Alternatively settling the credit card debts individually may be a good option especially by doing so you may be able to damage your credit less, as a bankruptcy will remain on... View More
The contract had a Termination clause that explicitly noted that it ended on a specific date last year. Under the contract IP I created during the period of the agreement would belong to the company. The contract also guarantees a profit share as part of the compensation. The contract is governed... View More
answered on Nov 8, 2022
I agree that your continued performance and acceptance thereof by the company might be interpreted by a court as a continuation of the contract. It would be important to review whether the company is still abiding by the other terms of the expired contract such as the share of the profits you are... View More
answered on Nov 8, 2022
You might also try looking at the metadata for the site where you found the design. Sometimes contact info can be found there.
I work for a dealership. They drew up a contract for me to go to school. I have not completed the certification and I would like to leave. I would like to know if I have to pay for the classes I have taken.
answered on Nov 8, 2022
I would have to review the actual contract as the answer to your question depends on the specific terms, language used, and binding case precedents.
Can I create a brand that's named Max Level Gear or Max-Level Gear for a gaming clothing brand? I searched online and it seems someone is using Max Level Apparel for a gaming clothing brand. So is that infringing on them? We are selling similar things but my name is slightly different.
answered on Nov 8, 2022
The Lanham Act prohibits using a same or similar mark if it is likely to cause confusion among consumers. You need a comprehensive brand research analysis to answer your question, as trademark ownership in the US is segmented based on use in commerce in any part of the territorial United States.... View More
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