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I have worked for a woman as a property manager and repairman for over 30 years, living in a place she supplied and using a work vehicle she provided. There were no written contracts, agreements, or pay stubs, and neither of us paid social security. She recently told me she owes me nothing. I... View More 
I am the owner of an Airbnb property in Cincinnati, Ohio, where marijuana consumption is legal. I want to know if I need any special permits or certifications to legally allow marijuana consumption on the premises. Additionally, I am interested in understanding any insurance requirements that might... View More
I've been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and am currently unable to work. I own a tool company structured as an LLC, which has a franchise loan I'm unable to pay. My wife and I are managing to keep up with our house payments, which we intend to continue paying. My wife has disability... View More
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answered on Mar 5, 2025
You can't pick and choose creditor's in bankruptcy. That said, it is very common for people to go through bankruptcy, and then once the debt is discharged or adjusted to reaffirm their mortgage to avoid foreclosure.
In 2020, I started a single-member LLC business during the pandemic and ceased operations in 2021, but I didn't officially dissolve it until December 2024. I didn't file any reports for the LLC before its dissolution. I'm uncertain about state-specific regulations but have read... View More
My husband and I have been married for a year and a half. Four months into the marriage, my stepson committed suicide while in the military, and my husband received a death benefit as the beneficiary. We used this benefit to purchase and pay off a house, with both our names on the deed, and the... View More
answered on Feb 25, 2025
In Ohio, the important issue of separate property vs. marital property is the ability to trace the source of the funds. How real property is titled is not determinative of how the property is titled. Even though the funds went to your husband and then were deposited into a joint checking account,... View More
I am concerned about liability related to firearm sales in Ohio. What should I be aware of to manage or mitigate any potential liabilities as a seller?
I am the former owner of a small business incorporated in Kentucky with a physical presence in Ohio. I had to abandon the commercial property early. The landlord did not conduct due diligence when attempting to re-let the property and incurred $15,000 in legal fees only to find out, when preparing... View More
answered on Feb 22, 2025
It is difficult to answer this question without knowing what your lease said about default and early termination by tenant. There is no “doctrine of unavoidable consequences” in the way you describe; mitigation is an affirmative defense that will probably not relieve you of liability from... View More
We operate two companies in the same state. Our security guards are employed under Company A, which holds the security license. We are considering tracking time and paying a guard under Company B. There are employment contracts, but none specifically with the security guards. We have no specific... View More
I run an online business with a friend through Discord, selling digital items for the Roblox game platform, and accepting USD payments via Stripe. Initially, I was under 18, so our Stripe account is set up with my friend's information, who resides in New Zealand. We're now looking to sell... View More
They said we don’t have a choice but to get this Wi-Fi through them even if we don’t want it and they will be adding to our monthly lot rent we don’t want it and I feel like it’s an invasion of privacy they said the mobile home park has an agreement with spectrum is this legal
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answered on Dec 21, 2024
You have the right to review your lease agreement carefully to see if there’s a clause that mandates using the park’s Wi-Fi service. Some mobile home parks include services like internet as part of the lot rent, which can make it seem mandatory. However, the legality of forcing you to use a... View More
I am Getting laid off - no non-compete signed. A company reached out to me and I interviewed and was offered a position. My company laying me off called me today to let me know that i can work for a competing agency but they are not permitted to reach out to me. They said they have a list of... View More
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answered on Nov 17, 2024
If they have such a series of agreements, they violate federal anti-trust law and are unenforceable. You are fine to go work for them.
I have an overdue personal credit card, who may be filing a lawsuit against me. I also recently opened a business this year under an LLC and I want to know if the credit card lawsuit can go after my business?
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answered on Oct 2, 2024
Yes. This is called "reverse veil piercing". If there is no meaningful distinction between yourself and the entity, then the credit card company can bring an action against both of you.
It’s from a website and I got it from my self paying for a radio and other listening things to advertise for my donations
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answered on Jun 4, 2024
I apologize, but I don't have enough context to fully understand your question or situation. It seems like you may be asking about using donations you receive from advertising on radio and other platforms to pay for a cryonics membership. However, without more details, it's hard for me to... View More
I have a customer that I renovated a bathroom for. They were unhappy with everything from the start. Nothing wrong with the work. But they're extremely picky. They are now asking for proof of insurance, which I do have. Do I have to provide it after contract was already signed? Also I had them... View More
answered on May 29, 2024
It could be worth checking with a local attorney what the law is on providing insurance. No one could judge your position or their position without seeing the contract and your work. But in some settings, the claimant will have to place the matter into suit to obtain the insurance info. And if... View More
Sales would occur in-person and online. I have no intention of modifying the packaging for the products I purchase/resell. I would like to include products such as a hydration packet (ideally Liquid IV) a protein bar, vitamins, face wash, and pain medication.
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answered on May 19, 2024
To develop a bundle recovery product that includes wellness products for sale in California, both in-person and online, there are several legal considerations to keep in mind:
1. Resale of products: If you are purchasing products from other brands and reselling them, ensure that you are... View More
A separate LLC for the bar
answered on Apr 14, 2024
While there may be specific circumstances that influence the decision to form separate LLCs, my general recommendation is to do so. Establishing separate LLCs can raise your expenses and increase the time you invest, but it offers significant protection for both your personal assets and your... View More
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answered on Mar 25, 2024
The debt will still be owed by the converted entity.
answered on Mar 20, 2024
Talk to the landlord to negotiate an early termination, although landlord is under no obligation to do so. Landlord might ask for a payment. If landlord is in default of the lease, then use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local real estate attorney to review the lease and the situation, and... View More
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answered on Jan 28, 2024
When drafting the Terms of Service (ToS) for your dating site, it's important to clearly outline how user data will be managed, including the use of third-party services. You should explicitly state the circumstances under which data might be shared with third parties and the measures in place... View More
answered on Nov 29, 2023
Use the Find an Lawyer tab to retain a local commercial litigation attorney to review the contract and the facts, send a demand letter to the vendor, and file a lawsuit if not resolved. If you prove the breach and obtain a judgment in court, then you can file a judgment lien against the vendor,... View More
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