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2 Answers | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for California on
Q: Southern California , (Funeral Industry ) ,is it necessary to have a funeral establishment license for at need cremation

The business entity is not a crematory .

Robert Kane
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answered on Jan 15, 2025

It seems you have many questions about starting your business. I suggest you consult with a small business attorney and an accountant. You will not gather all the relevant information through a free online Q and A. JA's AI generated responses could do more harm than good. Rob Kane Orange... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Business Formation and Business Law for California on
Q: My business partner is involved in all decision making, but won't own shares. What business contract is appropriate? LP?

I own a game on the popular gaming platform Roblox.com. A 3D modeler from Brazil has reached out with interests to join me under the provisions of a 10-year partnership contract. Details: the modeler will be involved in all decision making (like in General partnership agreements), but CANNOT own... View More

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answered on Jan 13, 2025

Choosing the proper structure depends on multiple factors, including liability concerns, taxation, and how much control each party has. A Limited Partnership (LP) requires at least one general partner, who manages the business and bears personal liability, and one or more limited partners, who... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation for California on
Q: what are the compliance requirements to operate a nurse staffing agency in California
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answered on Jan 13, 2025

To operate a nurse staffing agency in California, you must first obtain the appropriate licenses. This includes registering your business with the California Secretary of State and obtaining a staffing agency license from the California Department of Social Services. Additionally, you need to... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Business Formation and Business Law for Missouri on
Q: My business partner is involved in all decision making, but won't own shares. What business contract is appropriate? LP?

I own a game on the popular gaming platform Roblox.com. A 3D modeler from Brazil has reached out with interests to join me under the provisions of a 10-year partnership contract. The modeler will be involved in all decision making (like in General partnership agreements), but CANNOT own shares... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation, Business Law, Employment Law and Immigration Law for Kansas on
Q: Can I be an immigration form preparer in Kansas without being a lawyer? What do I need to do to not break law?

I want to become an independent immigration form preparer after I get my work permit, but I don't know if this is legal in Kansas and how can I make sure I do this legally. I am not a lawyer and I don't have a paralegal certificate.

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answered on Jan 9, 2025

In Kansas, you can legally help others complete immigration forms without being a lawyer or having a paralegal certificate, but you must follow strict guidelines to avoid engaging in the unauthorized practice of law.

You need to make it clear to clients that you only assist with...
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1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning, Business Formation and Business Law for Colorado on
Q: Setting up a LLC in Colorado.

What is the recommended way to set up a new LLC to protect myself from having my wages garnished at my employer and safeguard my personal assets if my business fails, especially if it has LLC has business loans?

Liscah Isaboke
Liscah Isaboke
answered on Jan 9, 2025

To set up an LLC in Colorado and protect your personal assets and wages from garnishment, ensure the LLC is properly formed by filing with the Secretary of State and maintaining separation between personal and business finances. Avoid personally guaranteeing business loans, as this could expose... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for New Jersey on
Q: I am rebranding my company and I am deciding between making a new LLC or amending the current one.

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...
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0 Answers | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for New Jersey on
Q: Title 16 of the New Jersey Revised Statutes NEED CLARITY IF HOUSE OF WORSHIP SUCH AS A SYNAGOGUE, GETS FILED WITH COUNTY

I started reading statutes, not so clear, i called ocean county they said it's handled by town. bergen county clerk website said it's filed with them then copies sent to state so there's a lot of ambiguity seems like.

0 Answers | Asked in Business Formation for Kentucky on
Q: Can I use celebirty faces, album covers, and sports teams on my products?

I would be selling the product online.

1 Answer | Asked in Copyright and Business Formation for Texas on
Q: How can i go about reading books on onlyfans without copywriting issues?

I was only wanting to read excerpts not the whole book.

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answered on Jan 9, 2025

Reading copyrighted books without permission, even in excerpts, could lead to legal issues and harm authors who depend on book sales for their livelihood. While you want to share literature with your audience, this approach might result in your content being removed or your account facing... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for Texas on
Q: My lawyer has been hospitalized. I need my corporate binder. Brother has the binder. Can he return it to me?

My lawyer has my company’s corporate binder in his house. He recently had an accident leaving him hospitalized for the past 6-7 weeks. He’s 79 years old and has been a family friend (and lawyer) for years. His brother (who I speak with regularly) has located the binder but wants to make sure... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jan 8, 2025

The person named as the "secretary" of the corporation has the legal obligation to maintain the official records formerly customarily kept in a corporate binder. If you are the corporate secretary and hired the lawyer to keep the binder, you have right to demand it regardless of whether... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Products Liability, Business Formation and Business Law for Alabama on
Q: Is this a winnable case

In May 2023 I dropped off my 2013 Hyundai at Hallmark Hyundai due to a strange noise. I was informed the motor needed replacement, and Hyundai agreed under "goodwill" to cover repair costs and provide a rental. However, the dealership would not accept my fullcoverage insurance, leaving me... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Business Formation, Consumer Law, Contracts and Lemon Law for California on
Q: I bought a new car, ended up being a Lemon. I have add-ons on my contract such as GAP etc. are those refundable?

I bought a brand new car, 3 days in I had to take it back to service. The manufacture has agreed to buy the car back, but I have a few add-ons that I purchased on my contract from the dealership that are well over $5000. Is that money refundable to me since the car turned out to be a lemon and will... View More

Scott Richard Kaufman
Scott Richard Kaufman
answered on Jan 15, 2025

What negative equity? You just bought it. Oh wait, you rolled neg equity into the newer car?

Uggghhh. Now, on top of that, you are trying to handle the legal stuff without a lawyer even

though attorneys in a lemon law case are to be paid by the other side? Well, the manufacturers...
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0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Products Liability, Business Formation and Business Law for Florida on
Q: Can I repackage dried seasonings to create my own blend at home in FL and sell it online and ship across the US?

Seasonings include salt, premade Cajun and Creole blends, crushed red pepper flakes and garlic salt. They would be used for seasonings for boiled peanut recipes. Could I also sell Raw dried Peanuts across state lines from my house?

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation, Business Law, Civil Litigation and Federal Crimes for Oklahoma on
Q: Brother in law taking money from a business agreement . They are contracted pay. They use it to pay bills, give us the r

Give us the reat and we believe they are taking money because they have been around 1000 short every month for the last six months they refuse to show us the pay check and bills paid. What can I do

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answered on Jan 6, 2025

I'm sorry you're facing this situation. Start by gathering all available records of the business transactions, including contracts, invoices, and any communications related to payments. Document the discrepancies you've noticed over the past six months to have a clear picture of... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning, Business Formation and Business Law for Colorado on
Q: How to setup a LLC for the first time.

What’s the recommend way to setup a new LLC to protect myself from having my wages garnished at my employer and personal assets if my business fails?

0 Answers | Asked in Business Formation, Business Law and Civil Litigation for Georgia on
Q: Is it legal to post screenshots of a business owner being rude, belittling and accusatory towards you via email?

I emailed the owner of a dog sanctuary. I can’t keep my dog. When I told them it was due to life changes. They became upset because I wouldn’t provide them personal information about my life. They proceeded to call me names and making false accusations towards me. I would like to post... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Banking, Business Formation, Civil Litigation and Communications Law for Illinois on
Q: i co signed for a car and now i want off but she is refusing to take her name off the car what should i do

she refuses to refinance the car because she cant afford the car and i had made a deal to help her with the half the car payment which she might be able to use agianst me but she agreed to it. how do i remove my name from the car.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for California on
Q: Transferring funds/assets between a US LLC and a UK-registered Ltd Company?

I'm a British Citizen with a UK-registered Ltd Company.

I know I can open an LLC in the US, but can I also open a US business bank account for the LLC, or do I have to be a resident/Green Card holder? (I do hold a San Francisco City ID Card, which I believe allows me to open a checking... View More

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answered on Dec 25, 2024

You can open a US LLC as a non-resident foreign national, and many banks will allow you to open a business account remotely, though requirements vary by institution. Some banks may require an EIN (Employer Identification Number) from the IRS, which you can obtain as a foreign business owner.... View More

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