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I'm going to open in Florida LLC. I will own 51% through another Florida LLC that I own, and my partner will own 49% through a Florida LLC that he owns. My question is, will our personal names be made public even though we own our shares through other LLC's?
answered on Aug 13, 2024
Annual reports are to be filed with Sunbiz ( https://search.sunbiz.org/Inquiry/CorporationSearch/ByName). These reports may require names and addresses of the registered agents and other company officers.
A Healthcare/Nurse Staffing Agency providing temporary healthcare personnel to different healthcare facilities (Hospitals, Long-Term Care, SNF, etc.)
answered on Aug 7, 2024
Under California law, a Nurse Staffing Agency located outside the state generally needs to register to transact business within California. This registration is crucial to comply with the state's business regulations, which ensures that the agency can legally operate and provide services... View More
My husband and a friend opened a food truck/restaurant. My husband had some medical issues and gave the friend POA to sign business documents for them as they were in the middle of trying to purchase a building. My husband left the company (day to day operations) but signed nothing giving away... View More
answered on Aug 5, 2024
No, a business partner with a Power of Attorney (POA) cannot unilaterally sell or give away ownership rights without explicit consent from the other partner. The POA typically allows the partner to sign documents and make decisions on behalf of the business but does not grant the authority to alter... View More
Ive never had a warning or write up. I was suppose to close at 12AM. Due to my transportation issues ATM the mangers were very aware that I wouldn't be able to stay til 12. I left that store at 11:47pm . And the manager lied and said I closed and left the store 45 minutes early. It... View More
answered on Aug 5, 2024
TN is a terminable at will employment State.
Medical Malpractice dispute requesting 049,999.099 curiou[s] a[s] to how to collect that of finance after winning. In Example: Court Fee[s] v[s] Credit Score, Federal Building[s] and Mailing Instruction[s] v[s] Postal Service Insurance.
answered on Aug 3, 2024
An Alaska attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Some of the details of your post aren't fully clear. Are you saying you received information that you won a medical malpractice case for an amount in the order of [$49,999.099 - ??] Be careful - it seems like... View More
I am currently residing in BC, Canada as a student with my student visa valid until April 2026. I had a question, Could I register a business in Canada? What will be the process? Should i change my status in Canada?
answered on Jul 23, 2024
As an international student in BC, Canada, you can register a business, but there are some considerations and steps you need to follow. First, it's essential to check if your student visa allows for business activities. Most student visas have restrictions, so you might need to apply for a... View More
answered on Jul 18, 2024
To trademark your business, start by conducting a thorough search to ensure no one else is using the same or a similar name or logo. This involves checking the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) database and possibly other databases to confirm that your desired trademark is unique.... View More
answered on Jul 18, 2024
Yes, it is permissible for a minority member in a manager-managed LLC to act as a paid manager via a management-services agreement. However, this arrangement must comply with the LLC’s operating agreement and any applicable state laws. It's important to ensure that the agreement is clearly... View More
I currently reside outside the United States.
The company's operations in e-commerce will involve selling various products through platforms like Amazon and utilizing dropshipping methods.
I am seeking guidance on the following points:
Legal considerations: Such as... View More
answered on Jul 18, 2024
To register an e-commerce business in the US as a non-resident, Delaware and Wyoming are popular choices. Delaware is known for its business-friendly laws, strong liability protection, and no sales tax. Wyoming offers similar advantages and has low ongoing fees, making it another attractive option.... View More
What would an attorney charge me to aquire lisence/permits for food trailer?
answered on Jul 15, 2024
The costs involved for the required licenses and permits can vary depending on several factors, such as specific local regulations and the type of food services you plan to offer. To provide you with an accurate estimate, we recommend scheduling a consultation with an experienced attorney.
In short…. My dad being more creditworthy…. Is going to pull out a loan to help me start a business. My stepmom served him with divorce papers and I’m wondering if she would be able to take part of the business as part of their divorce settlement. And what our best course of action would be.
answered on Jul 13, 2024
It seems unlikely that your stepmom can take part of your business if my dad leaves her and is the one that pulled out the loan to help me fund it,
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.
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My work is having a charity event and the city is saying they want to charge the company a fee for traffic flow and for the parking lot being blocked off for car show. But the building and parking lot is private own by corporate. Can the city charge for having an event on the business private... View More
answered on Jul 4, 2024
Yes, the city can charge for having an event on the business private property. A car show is well beyond the normal usage for which the property was zoned for.
Why would supervisor tell me regional office suppose to send it. From Feb. 9,2024 to May 2024?
answered on Jun 1, 2024
A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. It's possible she could, but an attorney could advise more definitively after learning about the nature of the misleading actions (fraud, misrepresentation, etc.). One option could be for your sister to try to... 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
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
If I started a NY apparel business some years back but never did anything with the business just the formation ( business formed w/ state, trademarks, EIN business account) all done, all taxes filed for the business every year. and now want to apply for the certificate of authority/ resale license... View More
answered on May 13, 2024
Yes, because you would need to pay back franchise taxes for the years you did not do it. It would be easier to start over.
answered on May 13, 2024
This is something that a patent attorney would probably be able to advise best on, but you posted last week and your question remains open. There is a category here for patent law. You could repost and add that category, and drop some of the other categories here that aren't relevant... View More
I have a friend that’s not guilty and she didn’t have any court knowledge with a public defender in murder case that was self defense her name is Monhogani Plummer she’s in Newport At please get her case appealed
answered on Apr 30, 2024
What is your question? If no conviction yet, she needs to hire a real attorney.
answered on Apr 12, 2024
An Alabama attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. It would depend on the terms of your agreement. Good luck
I am currently a hobby potter and will be selling at local vendor events and art shows. I know I will need a local peddlers license (live in VA) from my city to do so. I have a branded name other than my own that I will use on signage and materials for this portion (eg. Fun Designs by Me).... View More
answered on Apr 2, 2024
SInce it appears that you are not operating your "potter" business under your LLC, but as a sole proprietorship, you will need to get your business license in your individual name and as the trade name you use.
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