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My current role is with a fintech startup as a strategy manager, and I want to launch a venture capital firm. I will have one U.S.-based co-founder and another or two, potentially from Canada. Would appreciate quick thoughts on costs, timelines, and any other important considerations for this... View More 
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answered on Oct 24, 2024
Starting your own business on an H-1B visa requires careful planning. Begin by consulting an immigration attorney to ensure your venture complies with H-1B regulations, as you'll need to establish a legitimate employer-employee relationship with your new firm. This might involve setting up a... View More
I ordered a camera online a few months ago online from a well known instagram page they did not write that it was being sold for parts or that it didn't work when i got it the camera did not work and they refused to refund me but they never sent me terms of service so can i sue them for that?
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answered on Sep 21, 2024
You may have grounds to take legal action if the online shop misrepresented the product or failed to disclose that it was for parts or not functional. When a seller doesn’t provide clear terms, you can still rely on consumer protection laws that require honest descriptions of goods. Misleading or... View More
Company called and said I would have to go to court if I dont pay. They had my social security number and old employment from 1999 which no longer exists.
answered on Apr 20, 2024
A Washington, DC attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. Before involving attorneys to review the file with you to examine legal theories that would serve as possible defenses, the first step might be to find out if some kind of mix-up resulted in the bill, given... View More
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I am currently on an OPT visa in the United States, running my online business which is incorporated in the U.S. As my visa is about to expire, I would like to explore options for continuing to operate my online business from the Bahamas, where I am a citizen. What legal pathways or... View More
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answered on Feb 24, 2024
As you prepare to transition from the U.S. on an OPT visa to working from the Bahamas for your online business, it's crucial to address both immigration and business operation considerations. Firstly, ensure your business complies with U.S. laws regarding foreign operation. This includes... View More
My spouse claimed the business is not in his name, and refused to show business tax return
answered on Feb 14, 2024
You would have to file a Motion to Compel with the court. You need to show that you asked for the records and he refused to provide them. You need to show that you are entitled to the records as well. The court will review your motion and rule on it.
My business (marketing/website design) is registered as an LLC in Washington, DC. We’re looking to move full time to New York. I’m planning on keeping my existing client base.
Is it possible to keep the LLC registered in Washington, DC, even without a Washington, DC address? If not,... View More
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answered on Jan 23, 2024
Yes, it is possible for your DC-registered single member LLC to continue operating even once you move out of the state. Here are a few key things to keep in mind:
- You can maintain your DC LLC registration even without a DC physical address. Using a DC PO Box as your registered agent... View More
Our maintenance chief had his tools stolen while working for our management company. They are refusing to either reimburse him or replace the tools. In addition, he pays for his gas and parking while on the job even though he is often sent by management to numerous buildings. What are his rights... View More
answered on Jan 18, 2024
A D.C. attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for five weeks. Until you are able to consult with a local attorney as to district-specific provisions of law, in settings like this, it could come down to the agreement/contract between the parties and disclaimers for responsibility... View More
I’m not an attorney
answered on Oct 18, 2022
Even generally, providing any immigration advice without a valid law licence will constitute an unlawful law practice. I would be very apprehensive to do that.
answered on Jul 26, 2020
If your written client contracts do not prohibit assignment of the contract to others (standard boilerplate provisions often are included that do), then you can simply notify all clients that you have formally organized your business as an LLC and have assigned all existing contracts to that... View More
Amazon holds billions of dollars of merchants whose funds have been frozen due to a ToS violation. In fact, it is their unethical way of making interest-free money and using it at will. Any solution
answered on Nov 19, 2019
Wow.
Is your name Jeff Bezos? Or perhaps you work for Amazon in a very high-level operations position?
If not then please tell us (1) where you got this unbelievable information and (2) what your reason is for publishing this unbelievable information publicly here on Justia?... View More
I'm a video editor and was hired to make an internal use video for one company that wants to expand their business. As a part of the video, we need short animation showing the race for electrification in the automotive industry. I need to include logos of the GM, TESLA, NISSAN, and other... View More
answered on Dec 17, 2018
Although such use may not amount to a trademark (or perhaps copyright) infringement, my suggestion is to contact each company and obtain their written authorizations to use their respective logos.
answered on Nov 29, 2018
I hope you like the color orange. You might be wearing it a lot.
In DC marijuana has recently been legalized, but ONLY for personal use. In DC if you are over 21 you can purchase, grow or possess up to two ounces of marijuana for your own use. You can transfer up to one ounce of marijuana... View More
My new employer (there's only 2 of us in the company so far) has suggested I form an LLC so he can pay me through that instead of giving me a check each pay day like a normal employee would. He says the point of doing it this way is so I'll be taxed less and get to keep more of my money.... View More
answered on Oct 22, 2018
It sounds like a dumb idea. You are taxed as a sole proprietor, which for tax purposes means you are taxed as an individual. The LLC is more about putting a veil between you and the company to protect your assets in the event the company is sued.
We have two different companies that basically do the same business. 1 partner is the sole owner of Company A and a 30% owner in company B. He wants to merge Company A into B and do business under Company B. The reason is because Company B is a construction company and we want to use the... View More
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answered on Jan 30, 2018
Changing the name would have no effect. So, I would advise you make the businesses one business. You have not said what type of business Company A is. But should they have the same or similar purposes it should be fine. However, I do urge you to consult with an attorney so that he or she can get... View More
Can a store charge my debit card without my permission or without physically having the debit card for a purchase that I already paid for but they claim that they have not receive the payment even though I have receipts and a bank statement verifying that the payment was already made?
answered on Apr 12, 2017
They would need your permission to charge your debit card. You can report the matter to the police and to your bank. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my... View More
I am considered an affiliate owning more than 10 percent of a company's outstanding shares. Will I be subject to the affiliate status and be restricted on the volume and timeframe of selling regardless of the six month holding period?
answered on Mar 24, 2017
See: https://www.sec.gov/reportspubs/investor-publications/investorpubsrule144htm.html
See: https://media2.mofo.com/documents/faqrule144_145.pdf
More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an... View More
answered on Mar 22, 2017
Make sure you're not violating any intellectual property rights and that you're properly licensed to sell such items. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me,... View More
The board refused to acknowledge a members share certificate, but the court found validity through testimony that the share certificate issued was valid by prior Board of Directors to be valid. If the board is being retaliatory against the member and refuses to acknowledge the member.
answered on Dec 9, 2016
You're not providing a lot of necessary facts here, yet you're asking for a specific answer. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me on my law practice website. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any predictions,... View More
Can it be a business that is licensed in state A but has a physical business address in B, therefore has business affiliation in state B? Or does it mean needing a connection to a business licensed in state B to do business in state B?
answered on Dec 9, 2016
It sounds like you're dealing with a jurisdiction question, which can be complicated. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me on my law practice website. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any predictions, guarantees, or... View More
I signed a contract agreement with a hotel to get an event service. The hotel's obligation was to provide dinner for my 300 guests. And my obligation was to pay 50$ for each guest. I made down-payment for 150 guests at initial, and agreed to pay the remaining one week before the event day. The... View More
answered on Dec 15, 2016
Looks like the contract you signed says no refunds. It's important to let an attorney review it for you in full. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me on my law practice website. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any... View More
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