Putting together a slide presentation on common marketing tactics and wanted to use pet food bag images as examples. Wondering if this is legal or if I should block out the names of the pet food bags.
You should probably repost it under trademark or intellectual property.
Under the Fair Use doctrine you can use a trademark without permission if the use is for educational or informational purposes; so long as it is not used for commercial purposes.
FEIN is not yours, it is associated with the LLC. As an example, whenever informational income tax return is filed by the LLC, this number is used. I assume the reinstatement does not list you as an officer of the LLC, and all other business operations do not list you as a member of the LLC.... Read more »
Not much. It is an offer. You can accept or provide counter offer. You should be represented by an attorney to know what you actually sign into.
1)I'm looking into 2 Institutes at the moment to study hypnotherapy. I'm trying to confirm that upon completing the course and obtaining a certificate in Clinical hypnotherapy. Along with my AAS in Health Science and being a EKG Tech/Phlebotomist and 10 years plus experience in customer... Read more »
If you obtained a license or a certificate, you are deemed qualified to work in that profession, whatever that profession might be.
You should direct any professional licensing questions to the relevant governing board, probably at the FDBPR.
I'm currently in a HOA board and we are trying to figure out what rules/by lawns are currently in place. How can we change them/ modify them and how to move forward. One board member says to make any changes we have to have a lawyer and then have a vote. I'd like clarification on what can... Read more »
A lawyer is probably not required, but the board member who says that perhaps figures that a lawyer is more apt to be able to spell "bylaws".
I like discovering strange vintage pieces and I don't necessarily want to make "replicas" as I do want to make some alterations to the antique designs/make them more modern/brand-able. I just want to make sure I'm not stepping on anyone's toes/ violating some... Read more »
Jewelry is copyrightable, but from your description its copyright has long since expired. See: https://guides.library.cornell.edu/copyright/publicdomain
2. Years ago I got diagnosed with cancer. I'm president of my business with a partner. Now that I couldn't go down there while dealing with this my partner says I'm not aloud to receive any profit from my company because I'm not there at the business right now. She's done... Read more »
The answer is going to depend on a number of factors, such as the type of business entity, the operating agreement, the division of shares, and other things. I recommend that you consult with an attorney asap. You can speak to them, send them the relevant documents, and potentially retain them to... Read more »
The new restaurant is using all my business signs
Customers are believing that they are eating at my restaurant. I have a new location and this causing confusion. I have already asked them to replace the signage or at least cover it up.
This may be the basis of a lawsuit for Trademark Infringement. You can hire an attorney to send them a cease and desist/demand letter, and potentially file suit for damages.
Are we required by law to honor a pricing package made by the gym when we are 1099 contractors? If it is the gym "policy" to provide a Silver Sneakers member a training discount, then isn't it for their employees to honor, not contractors? The club takes 40% of each session no... Read more »
You need to have an attorney to review your agreement with the gym. The agreement should define the solutions in a scenario like this. The laws are about enforceing a valid agreement.
The County requires business owners to obtain a Use permit before they can operate a new business or change the use of any business in unincorporated Lake County. (151.110) The County does not require business licenses, however, a business may be required to obtain other licenses in order to... Read more »
Yes. Google the Florida Department of Financial Services and search for "cemetery license."
Flogrown is trademarked.
Get written permission from the trademark owner.
The sellers realtor not buyers
Start by reviewing the contract.
You need to call your licensing board and ask.
I ordered a jewelry piece that was filed as misdelivery/nondelivery by my local post office. Claims were filed with the PO but then I was later told the seller did not insure their package so my PO cannot continue with a refund and I need to contact the seller. I do so and the seller refuses to... Read more »
Just call them!
Square Footage, FMV or a flat rate that everyone pays. My neighbor, who was close to the Board President, claimed that the BOD reduced our budget and cut our fees by $10 per month, per unit. Now they are claiming we don't have any money. We are getting a fee increase and an assessment to... Read more »
Monthly assessments and special assessments are two different types of assessments and how they are calculated depends on the language in your association documents. I have never heard of monthly assessments being based on Fair Market Value. Special assessments can be passed for various purposes,... Read more »
Employer is looking to change my full time base salary from 3,500 to a job by job pay until sales pick back up. Is this legal?
As a 1099 contractor, you are not an employee but a self-employed independent contractor.
If you have an actual employment contract (rare), the contract will dictate the terms of the relationship, for how long and how much. it should also provide for rights to modify its terms.
If... Read more »
My business was being sued. The case had been going on for about 2 years. I was having financial issues and could not make payments to my attorney. He requested to withdraw and I granted it. I did not realize how hard it would be to find a new attorney and during my search me and my other two... Read more »
Bad situation, sorry to hear that. You should confirm whether the judgment is against the business only or against you individually as well. You may still be able to file a Motion to Set Aside DEFAULT Judgment, if it was entered by default, if you have excusable neglect and a meritorious defense.... Read more »
I am a member of an HOA. We have a grill that we are required to pay $50. every month to use it or lose it. I never use it. Recently they stated on the statement: Beginning January 1st, 2022 we will be converting to auto pay. Payments will be automatically be charged to your card on file on... Read more »
Nobody has right to charge your credit card without your authorization.
You should consult with an employment attorney regarding a claim for wrongful termination.
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