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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Business Formation, Business Law and Construction Law for Texas on
Q: How do I file a lawsuit against someone who owes me around 30k?

This is for services rendered.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Sep 29, 2023

Given the small amount involved, you might consider filing in county court at law pro se. Unfortunately, the jurisdictional limits of our JP courts is $20,000.

You might consider hiring an attorney if you are certain the proposed Defendant has more than sufficient non-exempt assets to...
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1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law and Business Formation for California on
Q: Is using a virtual address to form an LLC considered tax evasion if I don’t live in the state of the virtual address?

Is using a virtual mailbox address to form an online business considered tax evasion if it isn’t in the state where you live?

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answered on Sep 29, 2023

Using a virtual mailbox address to form an LLC in a state where you do not reside does not, by itself, constitute tax evasion. However, misrepresenting the primary place of business or not paying appropriate state taxes where the business operates can lead to tax liabilities and penalties.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for Indiana on
Q: What is the difference between an Entity Authorization and a Corporate Resolution?
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answered on Sep 28, 2023

In Indiana, an Entity Authorization is a general document that specifies who can act on behalf of any business entity. A Corporate Resolution is specific to corporations and records formal decisions made by the board of directors or shareholders. Both indicate who is authorized to make decisions... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Business Formation for Nevada on
Q: How do I file for a sports handicapping business LLC in Nevada? What NAICS classification should I use?

I am looking to start a sports handicapping business. For a fee, customers can purchase a subscription and receive a report with the sports picks I believe have the best value against the Vegas odds. I will not be placing wagers for my customers, running any type of fund, or anything aside from... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for New York on
Q: Can an LLC issue new membership units with just a majority vote of the members, if the existing units are unchanged?

Say 10 people each own 100 units, and 6 of them vote to add 1000 membership units to the business, without reducing or changing the units of the 4 who did not vote.

0 Answers | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law on
Q: Do I need permits to offer private date like movie and candle light dinner quality time for couples, in shop

I am a student and thinking to rent a place near by some colleges, that will be used for providing quality time by means of movie dates or candle light dinners to couples, customers will mostly be students of nearby colleges, so do I need any permission or a license, permit or anything for opening... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Banking and Business Formation for Georgia on
Q: How can a co-signer take ownership of a car as the owner on the title is in jail? Co-signer is making the payments
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Sep 27, 2023

The jailed co-signer can sign a special power of attorney authorizing the free co-signer to transfer title into their name, subject to the lender’s approval.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation and Tax Law for California on
Q: Is using a virtual mailbox address for your business considered tax evasion if it’s not in the state where you live?

Can I use a virtual address when filing an LLC to establish my business legally?

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answered on Sep 28, 2023

Using a virtual mailbox address for your business is not automatically considered tax evasion under California law. Many businesses use virtual addresses for legitimate reasons such as privacy and convenience. However, it's essential to ensure that your LLC complies with all relevant tax laws,... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Business Formation for North Carolina on
Q: Is there any way I can legally grill a burger and sell it on the street?

I see you can obtain a permit for a hotdog cart and food truck but what about just a cooler and grill?

I have a hard time believing it is illegal everywhere as it is such a huge violation of liberty.

0 Answers | Asked in Business Formation for Florida on
Q: I want to reinstall my Trade Mark, My business name is Mineral EvolutionLLC, serial number 79025687

There is also another serial number : 79975035

Status date 2016-03-24

Filing date 2006-03-24

Regards,

0 Answers | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for Arizona on
Q: Can I sell firearms found in a storage unit?

If found in a storage unit auctioned off .

0 Answers | Asked in Business Formation, Business Law and Civil Litigation for Iowa on
Q: If I have an auto detailing business with the name Jax Wax detailing, would that be legal?

It's a small business with the owner being the only employee.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation for Mississippi on
Q: What is the best business type for co-owners?

The co-owners are me and my husband. It is a small business that specializes in event planning and coordination.

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answered on Sep 22, 2023

In Mississippi, forming a Limited Liability Company (LLC) is often a preferred choice for small business co-owners like you and your husband who are engaged in event planning. An LLC provides the liability protection that a corporation offers, while maintaining the operational flexibility and... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for Alabama on
Q: Do Alabama non-profit principal addresses have to be in the state?

I am forming a non-profit as a student in Alabama. I live in Michigan and so I don't have an address here. We recruited a registered agent service to be compliant for the state, but we don't have a principal address in the state of Alabama. Could I use my home address?

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answered on Sep 18, 2023

In Alabama, nonprofit organizations are typically required to have a registered agent who has a physical address within the state. This registered agent is responsible for receiving legal documents and official notices on behalf of the nonprofit. However, the principal address of the nonprofit... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for Florida on
Q: Will Error and Omissions insurance cover subsidiary companies if put under the holding companies name?

I am currently starting a notary business to work with my local title companies. I have future plans to start a bookkeeping business as well. I thought about starting a holding company and running the bookkeeping and notary business as subsidiary companies. If I purchase Errors and Omissions... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Sep 17, 2023

It depends on the policy, but yes it can. Be very clear when applying for the policy that you want it to cover affiliates of the named insured and their employees and officers.

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Business Formation for Georgia on
Q: Can I be arrested if I open a new store without a fire Marshall’s inspection and sign off? I’m being asked by my boss to

Open the store for business and I haven’t had the fire inspection yet and I told him that yet he wants the store to show open in the companies systems since his bonus is based off of it. The inspection is Monday at 8am but he wants to capture weekend business with the fire marshal knowing.

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