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I graduated two years ago from Lock Haven Pennsylvania but I was unable to pay the last semester of my tuition and it got send to an agency what can I do to get this amount reduced or completely cut, or how can I get the college to release my actual transcript
answered on Nov 19, 2024
You'd have to give them a really good reason why they should take a hit on the balance owed. Why should they cut you a break? That's the question you to which you must have an answer. Once the debt is paid, then you get your transcripts, but not before. That's the way things work in the world.
I am considering legal action against my property management company. Their negligence in managing my property, particularly in their interactions with the city, has resulted in a financial loss of over $7,000. Given their failure to respond to my communications and their apparent breach of our... View More 
answered on Oct 14, 2024
You didn’t ask a question but assuming you are asking if you can back out of the contract, the answer is that it depends.
Assuming you have an attorney to represent you in the transaction, that’s where your question should be directed. If you do not have one, I would assume the buyer... View More
I have a clothing brand that uses a different name than the business legal name which is an inc / s-corp. If selling goods online( own website with brand name) and "maybe" to retailers (brick & mortar) in the future, will I need to file a DBA for the brandname that appears on the... View More
answered on Nov 5, 2024
My name is Attorney Damien Bosco. My law office is in Queens County, Long Island City, across from Manhattan. Depending on the matter, I handle matters throughout New York.
Thank you for asking your question.
Generally, you would not need a d/b/a (an assumed name for a company) for... View More
Hello, I received a request for documents about a machine I sold to a spa owner and all my communications with her via phone and text. I do not have any information as we have not communicated either via phone, email or text in some time. I do have the other requested documentation, I am nervous... View More
answered on Sep 27, 2024
It would depend on the form of the request. If it is just a letter, you can ignore it if you want. If it is a subpoena, you should find out more about what the case is about.
Our property manager never submitted a shareholder's cooperative to the co-op tax abatement program after the purchase. The shareholder did not know about the tax abatement until 10 years later. The co-op has been their primary residence since purchase. The property manager never submitted the... View More
We are planning to shoot a music video for a new song in various locations, Arizona, California, Nevada, New York. The video will be published to YouTube for the band. Normally on a set, the actors and everyone involved know they will be in the music video. However, this video will be out in public... View More
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answered on Sep 17, 2024
When filming a music video in public spaces, it's important to understand the legal implications of capturing individuals in the background. Generally, people in public places have a lower expectation of privacy, meaning they can be filmed without explicit consent, especially if they are not... View More
A overbooked mowing service mowed a lawn after dark. The homeowner claims they missed a lot of grass and also cut down an apple seedling on the front lawn of which they were made aware and even had landscaping bricks around it. The homeowner notified the service of the subpar job. They returned to... View More
answered on Oct 7, 2024
A consumer rights attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. It could depend on the communications between the parties. It would be best to clear up any misunderstandings with a phone call or email - if the matter somehow finds its way to small claims or similar... View More
I am trying to figure out if the tobacco license is only linked to the business name, or the owners name as well. If we open up a new LLC with a new tax ID under the same owner in which a previous license was suspended, will they issue a new license?
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answered on Sep 9, 2024
If your New York State tobacco license is suspended, getting a new license by simply forming a new LLC with the same owner may not be straightforward. The state typically considers both the business entity and the owner’s history when issuing new licenses. If the original license was suspended... View More
Everything is hand drawn by me, and each custom order is an original design.
The design:
I've used one of the characters as a reference, and the movie poster image.
My version of one of the clowns is on the front, the shoulders have a pink that drips down the front and... View More
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answered on Sep 7, 2024
When creating and selling custom art that incorporates recognizable characters or elements from copyrighted movies, it’s important to consider the legal implications. Even if the artwork is hand-drawn and each design is unique, using characters or distinct elements like taglines from copyrighted... View More
answered on Sep 16, 2024
A privacy law attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It would be advisable not to give away any client information unless an experienced attorney who is knowledgeable in this area tells you that it would be okay to do so after reviewing your work setting and the... View More
I am the newly elected Secretary-Treasurer of a nonprofit organization. Our board passed a resolution authorizing me to have signing authority on our account with Bank of America. When I went into BoA with a copy of the resolution, the banker informed me I needed to be added as an authorized user... View More
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answered on Oct 2, 2024
It sounds like the bank is providing accurate information. Many banks require an existing authorized user to make changes to account signers, even if you have a board resolution.
To move forward, gather all relevant documents, including the board resolution, bylaws, and meeting minutes that... View More
answered on Oct 2, 2024
This is not my area of practice, but you await a response for a month. I recommend that you speak with professionals who work in the financial planning/advising/investment field. I believe there are licenses associated with securities, and there are various certifications out there held by... View More
Manhattan apt at low $700k, market dead. Only interested buy has tight financials after cash down. I also wonder about my owner financing terms (years, rate-will to take 5%)...
answered on Sep 6, 2024
If this is a cooperative apartment, it is unlikely that your cash-strapped potential purchaser and you would receive consent to proceed with a contract to sell. It would help if you had an attorney to navigate the sale of a co-op apartment in NYC.
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I am seeking guidance on the legality of naming a fragrance after a biological compound. Specifically, whether it is permissible to name a fragrance something like "Androstenol," which is a human sex pheromone, assuming the name isn't registered by another beauty and... View More
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answered on Aug 21, 2024
Naming a fragrance after a biological compound like "Androstenol" could potentially raise legal concerns, especially if the name suggests a specific biological effect or health benefit. Regulatory bodies, such as the FDA in the United States, may scrutinize such a name to ensure it... View More
All I can find is a proposed bill that will require individuals to be licensed but that has not passed.
answered on Aug 8, 2024
I've never heard of a license required for this. If attempted, it might be held to be unconstitutional.
Jack
I am attempting to dissolve a partnership for a company created to produce a musical I created. The agreement entitles me to all the rights back to my work. They have had the dissolution agreement since December and haven't responded.
answered on Jul 10, 2024
I would think not, unless the agreement has a stated expiration date within it. Watch for Statute of Limitations.
Jack
This is a very dangerous situation for my family and my property. 3 to 4 times in the past, his customers crashed through or over his guardrail hit my fence, and ended up on my property. He has a poorly
constructed and damaged guard rail only 1 foot from my fence. It is not providing the... View More
I formed a PLLC for my physical therapy practice in NY. In the NY state PT practice act it states that licensed PTs cannot engage in unlicensed activities as that might give PTs an advantage over other professionals. Other PTs also provide wellness coaching services to clients outside of where they... View More
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answered on May 22, 2024
Without having inquired all facts and done proper research in your case, and not making this any form of legal advise, I believe at first glance that if you make it a separate entity and do not commingle with your other entity, there is no prohibition for a licensed professional against engaging in... View More
I wanted to start a small immigration firm. I registered a professional corporation in CA which is the state where i am licensed as an attorney. I wanted to open a physical office in NY after obtaining clearance from NY and CA bar as I will be opening an office to practice only immigration which i... View More
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answered on May 14, 2024
Regarding your questions about qualifying your California professional corporation in New York and the tax implications, here are a few key points:
1. Foreign qualification: Generally, to qualify a foreign professional corporation in New York, you would need to have a New York-licensed... View More
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