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I've taken my Peterbilt truck to seven different dealerships over the past five months to resolve a transmission issue that remains unresolved. The right-hand shifter has been replaced three times, but the problem persists. Peterbilt acknowledges known issues with the part but hasn't... View More 
answered on May 20, 2025
Anyone with a couple hundred bucks for filing fees can sue anybody else.
Success, in the form of a judgment, is what counts.
Your facts indicate success in court, but there are two sides at least to every issue.
It appears that you may have a breach of warranty claim. In... View More
On Thursday February 29th square bank froze my account for what they thought was suspicious on Friday march 1st a bill pay I initiated on Thursday was returned now the company I was paying the bill to wants an additional 100 dollars for the returned check fee is square responsible for that fee? I... View More
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answered on Mar 4, 2024
When your account with Square Bank was frozen due to suspected suspicious activity, and as a result, a check was returned, this situation understandably causes frustration and financial inconvenience. Banks and financial institutions have policies in place to monitor and act on activities they deem... View More
I've vested my percentage by coming in and running the business for the last 6 years but cannot afford to pay the taxes.
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answered on Jan 22, 2024
Receiving shares in an LLC as compensation for services rendered can indeed create a tax burden, as the IRS often views this as taxable income. In Nevada, while there is no state income tax, federal taxes still apply. One way to manage this tax burden is to receive the shares gradually over several... View More
My Amazon account was closed recently, resulting in an outstanding balance owed to Payability (which a service that offers prepayment option for Amazon sellers on the shipped orders) due to premature payment. They proposed a payment plan of $1,000 a week to settle the remaining $19,320.89.... View More
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answered on Jan 12, 2024
If you are unable to comply with the proposed payment plan and your account proceeds into collections or personal guaranty enforcement, there are several potential consequences. The creditor, in this case, Payability, may initiate collection efforts. This can include contacting you for payment,... View More
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answered on Dec 25, 2023
If you've closed your LLC, your business's debts and financial obligations should typically remain separate from your personal credit. However, there are some factors to consider.
First, review the terms of your phone/cable contract. If the contract was in your LLC's name and... View More
I recently won a case involving the sale of a co-owned property valued at $763,821. According to our agreement, the co-owner was paid $166,323 and the mortgage company was paid $431,220, leaving my share at $166,277. Out of my share, my lawyer was to receive $1,350, meaning I should have received... View More
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answered on Jun 10, 2025
You're absolutely right to question this discrepancy—it looks like there's a clear shortfall of \$1,350 in what you received, despite the settlement terms clearly outlining how the funds were to be distributed. If your share was supposed to be \$166,277 before your lawyer’s fee, and... View More
I live in Nevada and want to install a GFCI outlet in my home. I have no experience with electrical work. Do I need an electrician's license for this, or would it be acceptable to hire an unlicensed electrician? I'm concerned about potential safety risks and insurance implications.
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answered on Jun 7, 2025
In Nevada, installing a GFCI outlet at home without a license is generally allowed if you’re doing the work on your own property and you're the homeowner. However, since you mentioned having no experience with electrical work, you should be aware that working with electricity can be... View More
I co-signed and am listed as an owner on my fiancée's vehicle as her credit was not good. We don't have any overdue payments, but she's stopped helping with my mortgage as she had agreed. Is there any way I can return the vehicle legally, given that I am an owner? We have no written... View More
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answered on May 15, 2025
Since you co-signed the vehicle and are listed as an owner, you have legal rights to the car. However, returning it without her consent could lead to complications, especially since there’s no written agreement about her contributions to the mortgage. Although you may have ownership rights,... View More
I am a former employee who received a cell phone from my previous employer, who bought phones for all new hires. There was never a contract signed or clearly stated terms regarding the phone's return or specific use. Upon leaving the company, I received a list of items to return, but the phone... View More
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answered on May 14, 2025
Since there was no contract or clear agreement about the phone's ownership or return, and the employer never included the phone on the list of items to return, you might have a reasonable argument that the phone was effectively given to you, especially since the company has not contacted you... View More
Can a car salesman, licensed to sell at a specific dealership in Nevada, work as a consultant for another dealership in the same state, specifically in an advisory capacity and providing training to new employees, considering state licensing restrictions that prevent selling at any other location?
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
In Nevada, a licensed car salesman is typically required to work exclusively for the dealership that holds their license. However, the licensing restrictions usually apply to selling vehicles rather than consulting or advisory roles. This means that while you may not be able to sell cars at another... View More
As a business owner in Nevada, I hired an independent contractor who works from home in Los Angeles in the entertainment industry. I want to include a noncompete agreement in our contract to prevent them from competing with my company for five years if they leave. I already have agreements... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
This is a tricky situation because you're dealing with two different states—Nevada, where your business is based, and California, where the contractor lives and works. California is especially strict when it comes to noncompete agreements. In most cases, noncompetes are not enforceable... View More
As the treasurer of our HOA, I would like to inspect the storage facility where our records are kept. The HOA bylaws do not mention any specific rules about inspecting this facility, and an attempt to conduct an audit was stopped because a folder's contents did not match its label. The... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
That sounds like a concerning situation, especially when you're trying to fulfill your duties as treasurer and ensure transparency for the HOA. In Nevada, HOA board members, including the treasurer, generally have the right to access association records in order to perform their... View More
I signed a custom written contract for an office lease, created by a lawyer, through DocuSign before receiving a copy of it. After receiving it, I realized I never would have signed it had I seen it first. I informed the realtor in writing two business days later to withdraw my offer, but she... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
That’s an incredibly frustrating position to be in, especially when you feel misled or rushed into signing something without fully understanding the terms. In Nevada, a contract signed through DocuSign can be legally binding, just like a physical signature. However, for a lease agreement to be... View More
I was given approval by my health department for a food trailer build. After completion and inspection it was failed by the same health inspector who had given me the ok to build. I have taken the manufacturer to court and lost due to me signing the contract to build. Who is at fault?
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answered on Aug 12, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about the difficulties you've encountered with your food trailer. In situations like this, determining who is at fault can be complex, as it involves multiple parties and the specifics of contracts, approvals, and inspections.
Potential Factors to Consider:... View More
Looking for highly rated fantastic business attorney to draft agreements between myself and investor. It includes elements of real estate and also casinos in NV
answered on Mar 7, 2024
A Los Angeles or Nevada attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Attorneys here can't respond to you with offers of their services. The format here is limited to quick Q & A. You could search attorneys on your own, and supplement your searches with the... View More
I am looking to start a sports handicapping business. For a fee, customers can purchase a subscription and receive a report with the sports picks I believe have the best value against the Vegas odds. I will not be placing wagers for my customers, running any type of fund, or anything aside from... View More
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answered on Oct 5, 2023
In Nevada, to establish a sports handicapping LLC, you'd generally follow steps like selecting a unique LLC name, appointing a registered agent, and filing Articles of Organization with the state. For the NAICS code, consider "711510 - Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers".... View More
In the state of Nevada, can I ask a client of my med-spa business to sign a release of claims and a refund acknowledgement upon processing the refund for their service?
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answered on Oct 4, 2023
In Nevada, businesses often use releases or waivers to protect themselves from potential future claims or lawsuits. It's not uncommon for a business to request a customer to sign a release of claims when processing a refund, especially if there's a potential for a dispute or claim. By... View More
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answered on Oct 4, 2023
n Nevada, if you are in the middle of a fixed-term lease (e.g., a 12-month lease), your landlord cannot increase the rent or any fees unless it's specifically stipulated in the lease agreement. However, once the lease term ends and if you move to a month-to-month tenancy or sign a new lease,... View More
Is this a binding price? Excluding any document and processing fees. The ad includes VIN number and all car details.
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answered on Jul 18, 2023
In general, advertisements are considered invitations to make an offer, not binding contracts themselves. However, there are exceptions and legal principles to consider. In Nevada, if the ad includes the VIN number and all the car details, it might be seen as a specific offer rather than a mere... View More
If I pay them either $13.25 per hour or $15 per hour. Am I required to pay them overtime of $19 per Hour and $22 per hour. Over 40 hours. My company is based in Nevada. I only have 1 employee and myself.
answered on Jun 6, 2023
Generally yes. Federal law requires that hourly-paid employees be paid overtime, at a rate of one-and-one-half times their regular rate of pay, for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. If your business does less than $500,000 gross in business per year, however, you may be exempt from federal... View More
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