my company opened and is registered as Zen Press LLC in 2021 September in the state of VA. We have a storefront, website and instagram using that name as well. this new business is selling similar products under the name ZenPressed in Maryland which is in the DMV area October this year and also... View More 
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answered on Nov 17, 2023
In Virginia, even without a registered trademark, you may have common law rights to the business name "Zen Press LLC" based on your use of the name in commerce since 2021. These rights are typically limited to the geographical area where you operate and are known. The situation with the... View More
I was on my break and just wanted to eat my lunch that I’d just bought .the owner at the Chinese food place looked at me and stated “ no you can’t eat here because it cost more and it’s a different menu . My food was only $5.36. If feels wrong I was so humiliated.
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answered on Aug 22, 2023
In Virginia, restaurant owners generally have the discretion to establish policies regarding whether customers can consume food on the premises after purchase. While there is no specific law mandating such allowances, it's within the owner's right to enforce their rules for various... View More
Do I need a sellers license to sell my projects I make? Do I need any business licenses? I can’t find anything on it. Please help
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answered on Mar 4, 2023
In Virginia, if you are operating a business, you may need to obtain a business license from your local city or county government. This is typically done at the city or county treasurer's office. The requirements for a business license may vary depending on the location and type of business.... View More
Filled but it takes weeks, do I still get paid after performing work while my business wasn't being in good standing?
I've since filled the back taxes and paid the fees but reinstatement takes two weeks.
What is the procedure?
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answered on Mar 4, 2023
If you performed work for a client while your business was not in good standing, you may still be entitled to payment for the work you performed. However, the specific procedures and requirements for payment may depend on the terms of your contract with the client and any applicable state or local... View More
I own an LLC and copyright application is active and in processing. I sell digital printable online and baked goods under VA Cottage Laws
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answered on Feb 25, 2023
Yes, you can send a cease and desist letter if someone has recreated your product and is selling it as their packaging without your permission. As the owner of the copyright, you have the right to control the use and distribution of your original work.
In the cease and desist letter, you... View More
After looking for lenders for my loan. I was told by the finance rep to put down 2k to cover the tax and other fees at least due to the amount of the loan. At that moment, it wasn’t my intention to do so but I felt pressure to do it. Can I use any consumer law on this case?
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answered on Feb 10, 2023
The facts as presented in the question unfortunately are unclear as to what basis there would be for a consumer law claim.
Is there a claim of fraud or deceptive business practices? Just because you intended to do one thing and ended up doing another - does not by itself indicate fraud.... View More
Is it legal for one person to be agent for 20-40 corporations under their agent address and then for these same companies to all have their headquarter address listed as the same address for all of them even though the companies aren't related to each other in anyway?
answered on Dec 23, 2022
While I am not admitted to practice law in this State, I can tell you that the office of the registered agent and the principal place of business or headquarters are not the same. If you hire an attorney to incorporate your business entity and ask the attorney to serve as a registered agent, the... View More
Is it legal for one person to be agent for 20-40 corporations under their agent address and then for these same companies to all have their headquarter address listed as the same address for all of them even though the companies aren't related to each other in anyway?
answered on Dec 21, 2022
You are asking for an opinion, and attorneys only provide opinions to their clients after knowing sufficient facts to render an opinion.
I can point you to the VCC's requirements for registered agents.
Registered agents must meet the following requirements:
Be a... View More
My step dad retired in March 2023 from USPS and was told he would be paid his retirement within 6 months. It’s been 7 months now and there is no positive updates. He worked for them and put in his years for 30 years and he is expected to sit around and not enjoy his retirement? Luckily, he is... View More
answered on Nov 9, 2023
At this point, I can only recommend that you contract a labor law attorney. This is an attorney that handles employer and employee issues. Good luck!
I work at a gym and I had either misplaced someone's license for a day pass or it got stolen from someone else. No clue at the moment. But I want to know worst case. 18 yo
answered on Oct 28, 2023
A Virginia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It could depend on the person. If the person is understanding, they might handle it through DMV. Good luck
On my scheduled day off, I went to a social gathering with friends and had been drinking, afterwards i went to the fast food restaurant that i work at, went through the drive-thru & purchased food. When i worked on my next scheduled shift, my general manager wrote me up. Is that legal
I think I should get a liability policy, but is there anything else I need to protect myself and my customers?
answered on Sep 26, 2023
A Virginia attorney could answer best, but your post remains open for two weeks. It's an individual decision, but people sometimes use liability waivers. That's something a local attorney could advise about in more detail. Good luck
I made 10% down payment via check for solar panel installation and signed contract. The company is forcing me to pay the remaining 90% before installation begins or else they won't install. There is nothing in the contract as to when final payment is due other than same day. I thought that... View More
answered on Jul 5, 2023
Perhaps you should have a a lawyer rev new the contract you signed?
In October 2017, I signed a stock transfer agreement and I became a shareholder of a restaurant in Virginia.
In November 2019 I ended the agreement (verbally). My business partner (majority shareholder) and I sat down and we calculated what he owes me on a simple piece of paper. This... View More
answered on Jun 28, 2022
You can do a letter or a lawsuit. You know your former business partner better than an attorney, so if you think the partner would be motivated o resolve if sent a letter then that's the way to go. If you think the partner would ignore the letter, then litigation is the way to go. I'm... View More
Virginia state. After a snowstorm so roads were icy (mountainous region). Made my disapproval known about the bad roads before my shift. Forced to come in. After I got to work and clocked in, my employer then made me drive my personal vehicle to another work location. Hit a patch of ice and slid... View More
answered on Mar 28, 2022
A Virginia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry about your accident. It could depend on the carrier's practices and the scope of coverage on your policy. Good luck.
answered on Oct 26, 2021
This question sounds like a personnel matter. I do not handle personnel matters. Sorry.
I discovered days after purchasing my car that the dealership slipped a service contract and gap insurance into my loan contract. I then called/emailed the dealership multiple times asking for a cancellation but they refused, insisting that my car loan was tied to those products (contract says... View More
answered on Oct 20, 2021
Your recourse is to file a breach of contract lawsuit against the dealership. It will be your burden of proof to persuade the Judge that your claims are proven by a preponderance of the evidence.
Company offered a one sided settlement agreement. I can't honor terms due to active Anti-Retaliation Unit NCIT Certified Investigator Virginia doing his due diligence. I have ADA OWBPA ADEA eligible concerns/pandemic restrictions. Jury trial set for 07/22/2021.I am a registered corporate... View More
answered on May 17, 2021
I regret that I do not handle employment law matters. Sorry.
Hi, I have a small business which features original designs on t-shirts.
answered on May 6, 2021
As indicated a design patent can provide protection.
Depending on what you are doing you could file for other registrations depending again on what your creations are.
Consult with an attorney.
I bought a dark grey sofa and immediately had issues. The color wasn't as advertised and the required cover to velcroes on didn’t fit. I couldn’t get anyone on the phone bc they had tech issues. I reached them via Twitter and they send me a replacement cover. This one was even smaller.... View More
answered on Apr 2, 2021
You should call the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Affairs Division and make a formal complaint.
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