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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Employment Law and Business Formation for Minnesota on
Q: How can a subsidiary find a new owner, when the owner wouldn't want to sell due to the subsidiary's financial success?

The subsidiary is in a very unhealthy relationship with their owner. The owner doesn't treat the subsidiary well, doesn't invest in the subsidiary and has become a competitor. Additionally, the subsidiary is charged a hefty fee for administrative support from the owner which isn't... View More

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Mar 26, 2024

I apologize, but I am not entirely sure what type of relationship you are describing. Your description would include many different scenarios. Most importantly would be any contractual obligations of the parties. I have no doubt the subsidiary has options, but I don't know what may be the best one.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation, Business Law, Mergers & Acquisitions and Tax Law for Wisconsin on
Q: Hypothetically, if an organization with the same model of habitat for humanity, but they give away houses.

What implications are there to giving a house away with the land? (The land in purchased from the city by HH.)

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answered on Mar 24, 2024

If an organization similar to Habitat for Humanity decided to give away houses along with the land, several implications arise. First, the recipients would gain significant financial security and a sense of permanence, as owning both the house and the land secures their place in the community and... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation, Estate Planning, Mergers & Acquisitions and Tax Law for Wisconsin on
Q: Hypothetically, if an organization with the same model wanted to build houses in the same manner but give the house away

What implications are there to giving a house away with the land? (The land in purchased from the city by HH.)

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answered on Mar 24, 2024

If an organization decides to give away houses along with the land, purchased from the city, there are several factors to consider. Firstly, there might be tax implications for both the giver and the receiver. The value of the house and land could be taxable as income for the recipient, depending... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Business Formation, Business Law, Construction Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Michigan on
Q: How do i create a qualifying officer per OCCUPATIONAL CODE (EXCERPT) Act 299 of 1980 339.2405 Application for license

I am applying for MI Residential Builders License How is a qualifying officer appointed for my LLC?

0 Answers | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for Kentucky on
Q: In Kentucky, what business license/permit do I need to start a Car Detailing Business?

I have my LLC,EIN, Insurance, and Tax info already.

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Business Formation, Business Law and Small Claims for New York on
Q: I sent a shipment to Amazon FBA and it was mishandled and lost by Amazon, now they kept on dragging me out for the past

I sent a shipment to Amazon FBA and it was mishandled and lost by Amazon, now they kept on dragging me out for the past year with all kinds of stupid excuses, but it sounds like as of now they agree to pay me back for the loss. now, the actual loss was inventory worth about 20,000 but since I... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for Michigan on
Q: Can a PLLC’s Article II in Michigan reflect multiple services offered by dually-licensed/certified professionals?

Can a PLLC formed to provide therapy and consultation services by a licensed therapist also provide lactation support services by a certified lactation professional under the same PLLC?

If the PLLC plans to contract other licensed professionals to serve a similar mission in the future,... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Copyright, Business Formation, Trademark and Intellectual Property on
Q: I want to start a company called “Natura Wipes”. I would like to know if this could cause any legal issues?

Selling 99.9% water based chemical free baby wipes.

Temitope Oluwatoyin Siyanbade
Temitope Oluwatoyin Siyanbade
answered on Mar 18, 2024

It depends. When exploring whether you can use a name without running into issues, you have to do a trademark search. The most basic trademark search can be done using the USPTO's website, but you have to search variations of the word or phrase that you are interested in search. The reason... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for Michigan on
Q: Does a Michigan LMSW-C interested in forming a private practice that offers multispeciality services need a LLC or PLLC?

Does a Michigan LMSW-C interested in forming a private practice that offers multispeciality services (i.e. lactation, training, consultation) need a LLC or PLLC?

Thomas. R. Morris
Thomas. R. Morris
answered on Mar 18, 2024

If the LLC Is going to offer services for which a license is required, it must be a PLLC. MCL 450.9201, 9202.

0 Answers | Asked in Business Formation, Business Law and Civil Litigation for New Jersey on
Q: Hi, I held a demonstration at my business and the township is saying we held illegal classes but a demo is not a class

They shut me down stating it was "unsafe" and didn't give prior notice, simply left a vacate order on our door. What rights do I have? When we try to show it wasn't a class they say a class and demo is the same but under UCC Code isn't it two different things?

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1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for Maryland on
Q: I need to know how to open a business checking account for my LLC, in my unique situation.

So I'm 15 years old and I live in Maryland. I have started an LLC for my soon to open T Shirt business that I'm starting. I formed it as a single member LLC and got my Articles of organization, EIN and all that stuff. My next step was to get a business checking account but I just learned... View More

Kenesha A Raeford
Kenesha A Raeford
answered on Mar 25, 2024

You are correct. You have to be 18 years of age or older to open your own bank account without your parent's authorized as joint account holders. To my knowledge, there are no loopholes to this requirement. To put it simply, there is no way around this without adding your parents to your... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation, Business Law, Trademark and Intellectual Property for Florida on
Q: I'm starting a online viral Aromatherapy service and would like to know if a business trust is possible to setup.

I would also like to know if a phase that is the business name should be trademark

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answered on Mar 15, 2024

Starting an online aromatherapy service is an exciting venture. Regarding your question about setting up a business trust, it's indeed possible. A business trust can manage the business's assets and operations, but the specifics can vary widely based on your location and business needs.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Business Formation, Business Law, Intellectual Property and Trademark for Virginia on
Q: Business name registered as a LLC with the state is it illegal for someone in the same state as me?

I have sold under the name for over 10 years own the name of my business on every platform out there but 1 and just found out someone within my state is now trying to use my name to sell similar items on another platform. I do also have my name as a registered LLC and has been for over 5 years, I... View More

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answered on Mar 15, 2024

If your business name is registered as an LLC within your state, you generally have legal rights to that name within that jurisdiction, especially for the business category or industry in which you're operating. The fact that another entity is using your established business name to sell... View More

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Q: Am trying to make a product that includes the use of the BATMAN logo if I do make it and sell it, am I breaking rules?

So I want to start a business and sell a lot of things, but most want to create products using superhero logos from D.C comics and marvel. However am not sure if its okay for me to use it without having to ask permission or without me breaking rules of trademark.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 11, 2024

You may want to repost this under the "Trademark" heading. Your question is more about intellectual property than "Business Formation," the chosen category. Maybe consider adding the "Copyright" category as well, depending on what you plan to sell. Attorneys in those... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Immigration Law and Business Formation for New York on
Q: My brother who has a greencard, has an llc with no other employee. With my opt, can I work in his llc?
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answered on Mar 10, 2024

Based on the information provided, there are a few important considerations:

1. As an F-1 student on Optional Practical Training (OPT), you are allowed to work in the U.S. as long as the employment is related to your field of study. The work can be for any employer, including an LLC owned...
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0 Answers | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for Georgia on
Q: Does creating a Certificate of Conversion in compliance with O.C.G.A. 14-3-1120. require an attorney?

Our tiny nonprofit was established in NC, is registered as a Foreign Nonprofit in GA, and we want to move it to GA. The secretary of state's office sent me the requirements but have been less than helpful regarding this certificate. We are a registered 501c3 by the IRS.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation, Business Law, Copyright, Intellectual Property and Trademark for Washington on
Q: Can I use the term “Line Life” for tshirts for sale?

I see there is a trade mark for these words. Thank you!

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answered on Mar 8, 2024

When considering the use of "Line Life" for t-shirts you plan to sell, it's important to be aware of existing trademarks on these words. Trademarks are designed to protect the brand identity of businesses across various products and services. If "Line Life" is trademarked... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for Florida on
Q: Would I be exempt from Florida Seller of Travel license, if not, how should I classify my business NIASC SIC codes?

I'm a licensed professional counselor and life coach. I'm starting a women's empowerment company that offers a life enhacement retreat experience (not counseling) in a rented house accomodation in the state of Florida. My single member LLC business is based in Missouri. I offer the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Business Formation, Business Law and International Law for Delaware on
Q: Legal ways to start an US business from a country that has no double taxation treaty with the US and avoid double taxed?

E.g Delaware often mentioned as an offshore location and a business friendly state. Can I avoid being double taxed somehow (legally)? I would gladly pay taxes in the US. If i can't find a solution soon, i have to find another english market, unfortunately.

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answered on Mar 8, 2024

Starting a business in the US from a country without a double taxation treaty can indeed present challenges, but there are legal pathways to minimize the impact of being taxed in both jurisdictions. Delaware is a popular choice for international business owners due to its business-friendly laws,... View More

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