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2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy, Divorce, Business Law and Family Law for Washington on
Q: Can I exclude co-signed loans in Chapter 13 bankruptcy?

I am considering filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy. I have two loans for which I am a co-signer, and my ex-husband is responsible for these according to our divorce decree. He has made inconsistent payments on one loan and hasn't made any payments on the other loan, which involves a vehicle.... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jun 21, 2025

Bob you must list and and all debts owed, co-signed or other.

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0 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Business Law and Employment Law for New York on
Q: Can I start a SaaS company despite a Florida non-compete?

I am an engineer residing in New York, working for a corporation based in Florida. I am considering leaving the company to start a new business in the software as a service (SaaS) field. However, my employment contract includes a non-compete clause governed by Florida law, which broadly prohibits... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law and Business Law for Mississippi on
Q: Can I receive a home inspection license in MS after resolving past public trust issues from 2010?

I am planning to apply for a home inspection license in Mississippi. I had public trust issues in 2010 related to a business I closed, but I resolved them by selling property to settle debts. Since then, I have not had any public trust issues. Will I be able to receive my license?

0 Answers | Asked in Business Formation, Gov & Administrative Law and Business Law for New York on
Q: How can I maintain leadership as a minor founding a nonprofit in NY?

I am a 16-year-old wanting to establish a nonprofit in New York focused on raising funds and awareness for pediatric congenital heart disease. I understand that state regulations prevent minors from being on the board of directors, but I have adults willing to serve in those roles. How can I... View More

Q: Seeking legal advice on breach of ethical duties by a primary care provider, husband’s affair, lease violations impacting mental health treatment, emotional distress, and financial stability. How to proceed legally?

My husband and I rented our home to our primary care provider and her family in September 2024 after getting to know her personally. Recently, my husband began exchanging hundreds of texts with her, leading to an affair. This affair has impacted his mental health treatment, as he's being... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation, Trademark, Business Law and Intellectual Property for Ohio on
Q: Can I use "Stemhaus" for my floral business in Ohio if I haven't checked trademarks?

I live in Cincinnati, Ohio, and I want to start a floral business under the name "Stemhaus." I haven't checked trademark databases yet, and I'm unsure if the name is trademarked. Additionally, I’d like to know if I can use this name even if another business has it outside of... View More

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answered on Jun 20, 2025

Before using the name “Stemhaus” for your floral business in Cincinnati, you need to conduct a comprehensive trademark search—both at the federal and state level. Just because a name isn’t used locally doesn’t mean it’s safe from legal conflict. A registered federal trademark grants... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Business Law and Civil Litigation for North Carolina on
Q: How to get a refund from a roofing contractor who did not perform any work?

How can I get my money back from a roofing contractor who has not performed any work? I asked for a refund, but I'm facing issues. I have a written contract with them, and the payment was made by check on 4/24/25. The contractor hasn't performed the work because they didn’t provide... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation, Real Estate Law, Tax Law and Business Law for Arizona on
Q: What exemption code to use for title transfer to LLC in Arizona?

I'm planning to transfer my home title from myself to my LLC for liability protection. The property is located in Arizona and is used for rental purposes. There is an existing first mortgage, but there are no liens on the property. This is my first time transferring a title to an LLC, and I... View More

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answered on Jun 20, 2025

When transferring a property title to your own LLC in Arizona, you’re typically exempt from paying the standard affidavit of property value recording fee if no actual sale occurs. Since you're transferring title from yourself to an LLC you own, the transaction is usually considered a... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Business Law for Maryland on
Q: Do I have to honor a gift certificate from my yoga business that expired over a year ago?

I run a small yoga business in Maryland and previously donated a gift certificate to a military wife charity at Ft. Meade. The certificate was for four classes and a stress relief acupuncture treatment and it clearly stated it expired on May 8, 2024. On June 19, 2025, the recipient contacted me... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Libel & Slander, Business Law and Personal Injury for California on
Q: Can I sue for defamation after false drug claims ruined my reputation and career?

I was a manager for a vendor to a large corporation, and one of the corporation's managers falsely claimed that I was using drugs at work. This led to a drug test, which I passed, but the manager continued to spread a negative narrative about me for a month within both his corporation and... View More

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answered on Jun 19, 2025

Based on the information you've provided, you might indeed have grounds for a defamation claim. Generally, defamation involves someone making false statements to third parties, harming another person's professional reputation, and causing financial or other damage as a result. Since you... View More

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0 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Personal Injury, Real Estate Law and Workers' Compensation for Arkansas on
Q: Can my husband be sued for fireworks display accidents?

My husband, who is a volunteer firefighter, organizes a fireworks display at a lake marina for free. The marina covers the cost of fireworks and provides additional personnel to assist with the display, which uses non-professional grade fireworks attached to flatbed trailers at a privately-owned... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation, Real Estate Law, International Law and Business Law for Delaware on
Q: Integrating French real estate into US LLC for liability protection

I am a French citizen, and I want to integrate my real estate property in France into my US-based LLC, which is currently being formed in Delaware. I'm interested in achieving liability protection through this integration. I haven't consulted with any professionals or advisors yet. Could... View More

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answered on Jun 19, 2025

If your goal is liability protection, forming a U.S. LLC is a good first step—but transferring or associating foreign real estate with that LLC involves serious jurisdictional considerations. France does not automatically recognize U.S. LLCs as having legal personhood in the same way it does... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Real Estate Law and Contracts for New Jersey on
Q: Need legal assistance with judgment satisfaction documentation for home equity loan in NJ.

I am in the final underwriting phase of my home equity loan, and the lender has requested the following documentation: a copy of the filed release of judgment, and official documentation confirming that the satisfaction of judgment is recorded with the county clerk, including book and page data.... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Real Estate Law and Consumer Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: Is Wilmar Property Investing Company legitimate regarding property liens?

I was approached by Wilmar Property Investing Company, who expressed interest in buying two of my properties. They claimed that both properties have mortgage liens totaling $25,000, which I know is false since I have no mortgages. Upon checking with Phila.gov, I found no liens on the properties.... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Antitrust, Business Law and Contracts for Illinois on
Q: Can a major chain pressure a manufacturer to cease my dealership?

For six years, our small furniture store was the sole dealer in the Chicago area for a high-end Illinois furniture manufacturer, with good credit standing. A year ago, a major furniture chain began carrying the manufacturer's line and has now threatened the manufacturer to cease supplying us... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Antitrust, Consumer Law, Civil Litigation and Business Law for New York on
Q: How can a company be legally compelled to prove their game isn't rigged despite evidence and complaints?

I have evidence suggesting that a platform game offering paid in-game content has rigged the "random shuffle" outcomes, which affects game performance and ensures no player performs better than 50% in paid-entry contests. Despite numerous complaints and data shared on websites proving... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Contracts and Real Estate Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: Can we terminate a real estate sale contract due to missed settlement dates and undisclosed IRS debt by buyers?

On March 22nd, my wife and I signed a standard agreement for the sale of our home in Upper Darby with agents from Long and Foster. No settlement date was indicated on the agreement. Two proposed settlement dates have been missed due to the buyers' inaction or delinquent IRS payments.... View More

Joseph Korsak
Joseph Korsak
answered on Jun 18, 2025

This is why you must engage counsel (and not a title company) to review every bit of paperwork you sign. in my view, the contract is incomplete for lack of a written agreed closing date. I would address the tax issue since you have an out.

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0 Answers | Asked in Agricultural Law, Business Formation and Business Law for Indiana on
Q: Can non-farmer LLP buy agricultural land in Karnataka for organic farming?

Can an LLP formed by non-farmers legally purchase agricultural land in Karnataka after the 2020 amendment to the Land Reforms Act if it is used purely for organic farming? We plan to include organic farming as the main objective in the LLP Agreement and filings. The LLP intends to initially operate... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Support, Business Law and Family Law for Nebraska on
Q: Can personal belongings affect child support obligation in Nebraska?

I am being required to pay child support following papers served from a Nebraska court. I currently reside in Mississippi. The mother of my child claims she will ask the court to make me sell my house and livestock to give half to her for child support. We have never been married and have not been... View More

Julie Fowler
Julie Fowler
answered on Jun 17, 2025

Child support is based off of income, not the value of your personal belongings. However, income for child support purposes is not the same as income for tax purposes. If you are self-employed or the owner of a small business, it is often a lot more complicated than just putting the amount... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Business Formation, Real Estate Law, Tax Law, Insurance Defense and Business Law for Florida on
Q: How to transfer condo from LLC to personal ownership in Florida?

I am the sole member of an LLC that owns a condo in Miami Beach, FL. I want to transfer the property from the LLC to my name. The condo has no liens or mortgages. I've faced difficulties in obtaining condo insurance under the LLC and cannot take advantage of real estate tax discounts. The... View More

Erik A. Perez
Erik A. Perez
answered on Jun 17, 2025

Generally, there are 2 steps that would need to be completed from a procedural stand point for the transfer. #1 Review the COAs governing documents to identify what requirements are needed for transfer. Usually, you will need COA approval to transfer ownership interest. So make sure to comply with... View More

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