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0 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Communications Law and Libel & Slander for Illinois on
Q: I need to send some sales emails to people(very rich connected people), unsolicited, about some domain names for sale.

What are the min. requirements to include in these emails to comply with the CAN-SPAM Act, and hopefully not get sued. I do not want to give these people my real name. I have an LLC I can use or I have a pen name I use for writing, can I use either of those if needed? By connected, I mean... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law and Business Law for Arizona on
Q: Are businesses prohibited from automatically applying a pre-determined tip (not gratuity) percentage to customers' bill?

I'd like to understand if it's legal to automatically apply a tip percentage to the customer's invoice based on their previous tip. For example, Customer X tipped 15% in their last transaction. If I automatically apply the same tip percentage on their next transactions with my... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Tax Law and Business Law for Texas on
Q: If I transfer ownership of a business to my father, what are my options and responsibilities given there's back taxes?

My father runs a cleaning (franchise) business that is under my name, but I am not actively involved and I do not receive proceeds. It opened in late 2017 and didn't see any revenue until 2018 when it first acquired contracts. I'm looking to transfer ownership to my father for the... View More

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answered on Jul 26, 2024

You can transfer 100% of your interest in the business to your father. You will be legally responsible for all taxes incurred by the business prior to the effective date of your transfer of your ownership interest.

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2 Answers | Asked in Copyright, Criminal Law, Business Law and Civil Rights for Massachusetts on
Q: If my property is stolen/ID thefted, could it be used as court evidence by someone else, such as an impersonator?

I am not worried that it could be used against me, but more that someone else, possibly pretending to be the owner of the materials would use it in their own case.

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answered on Jul 25, 2024

If your property or identity is stolen, it could potentially be used as evidence in court by an impersonator. However, the legitimacy and admissibility of such evidence would depend on various factors, including the ability to prove the theft and the identity of the true owner.

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0 Answers | Asked in Business Law on
Q: Currently, I have been living in Barcelona for 10months because of my business school

Currently, I have been living in Barcelona for 10months because of my business school entitle of C3S business school and I got my Level 7 degree in strategic management and leadership and also I apply for the next year to complete my MBA degree and these degrees are from England not Spain but the... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Business Law for Florida on
Q: Contractor working on my house left 6mo ago owing me $250. He left behind around $1500 in tools. Can I sell the tools?

Months ago, he asked if he could pick up the tools. I said "Sure, if you have my $250". I haven't heard from him since and the tools are in my way. I want the tools out of here and I want my $250.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Civil Litigation, Contracts and Tax Law for Texas on
Q: Went in contract on 2/7/24 w/ a business that I didn't know that was in tax forfeiture until 5/9/24. Is contract legal?

She (Tassie Grantham) sold the Sasstass & The Pour Horse Mobile Bar Co. LLC after reinstating on 5/9/24. On 5/14/24 there is a certificate of amendment. I paid 12K as my deposit. I am now in the design process stage but the new owner is MIA and the fabrication shop has closed. I believe this is... View More

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answered on Jul 26, 2024

The contract you entered into on 2/7/24 with the business that was in tax forfeiture at the time may still be legally binding, but it complicates the situation. When a business is in tax forfeiture, it means the company has failed to pay certain taxes, which can impact its legal standing. However,... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for Tennessee on
Q: I am on F1-OPT right now working full time as an Analyst for a company. I want to open an LLC and start retail business.

I wont involve in the operations, i will hire a local guy as an employee and pay him to work. Can i earn money through this LLC or will it violate any visa regulations?

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Products Liability and Business Law for Georgia on
Q: customer wants deposit back after canceling job half way done

Received a 720 dollar deposit that i used to purchase materials ,also worked on site for 5 hrs and off site for 2 hrs , I charge 120hr

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0 Answers | Asked in Business Law for North Carolina on
Q: Towing company holding personal items

Can a tow company hold personal items include an identification closed electronics etc from the owner unless the tow bill is paid?

0 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Business Formation and Business Law for Delaware on
Q: If I form an LLC at 16 and have members above 18, would they in theory have more rights to choices the LLC makes?

I'd want to enforce a board of directors regardless of it being an LLC, I'd be incorporating but from what I've read a minor can't form a corporation. I am from overseas but I will file under one of the many services that file for you and have virtual addresses and etc. Sort of... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Business Law for Florida on
Q: hi, someone send me a false Counter-Dmca on roblox, for a clothing who is mine. And she use a false information on it

She reused my counter because she send me false dmca’s and is obsessed with me. Today i send her a dmca for MY clothing and i got a False Counter-Dmca

0 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Civil Litigation and Contracts for Tennessee on
Q: I’m being sued over a balance due after a repossession. How do I countersue on the grounds that the contract was illegal

Credit acceptance and dealer added fees that we were told were required by lender. They are being sued by the consumer financial protection bureau already for this as well as fraud . The contract was usurious and fraudulent. How do I file a counter suit?

0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law, Business Formation and Business Law for Texas on
Q: Hello, I am currently on H1b and my spouse is on H4 and has an EAD.Can we establish an LLC with me owning majority 51%?

If yes, can we do business and the earnings come into the LLC on which I (on H1) do not accept any salary or compensation apart from my current employer. Please advise. Thank you

2 Answers | Asked in Copyright, Employment Law, Business Law and Native American Law for Washington on
Q: I am an accountant. Can I be fired for not doing my previous trade of doing graphic art work for my employer?

I also work in a sovern tribe of Washington. However, codes enforce federal and Washington State laws.

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answered on Jul 23, 2024

You can only be fired for not doing graphic art work if it is part of your job description or agreed-upon duties. If your employment contract or job role includes graphic art responsibilities, then not fulfilling these tasks could be a reason for termination.

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0 Answers | Asked in Business Law for Arizona on
Q: What sort of legal obstacles would a Licensed USA bakery/restaurant face when shipping food/desserts across state lines?

I am thinking about how to help the small business world with customer reach, and i notice that some restaurants ship their goods to other states, while others don't. Are their significant legal obstacles regarding the shipment of food? I know meal delivery services like hellofresh/blue apron... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law for California on
Q: Is it illegal for my employer to not fix our credit card reader which is preventing us from getting tips?

For the past month we’ve been forced to manually enter all cards and now customers cannot leave us credit card tips as we are manually entering the cards.

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answered on Jul 22, 2024

Under California law, your employer is required to provide you with the tools and equipment necessary to perform your job effectively. If the credit card reader is broken and not being fixed, it could be considered a failure to provide adequate tools for your job. This situation impacts your... View More

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