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2 Answers | Asked in Business Formation, Business Law, Contracts and Tax Law for Florida on
Q: Is there anyone that can help me with my business from the ground up?
Phillip William Gunthert
Phillip William Gunthert
answered on Feb 8, 2022

Yes, a Florida Business Attorney, you will want to speak with a Business Attorney, and they will be able to help you create your LLC, applicable Operating Agreement, register your business with the state, explain liability issues and keeping the business separate from yourself, filing for a more... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for Florida on
Q: Am I able to use the word "Productions" in my company name for an online resale business?
Jane Kim
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answered on Feb 1, 2022

why not? unless there is a reason for your asking...

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation for Florida on
Q: I have a single member LLC in Florida. Is it a bad or good idea to add my 18 years old son to the LLC?

For asset protection I need a multi member LLC

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Jan 21, 2022

Where did you get the idea that a multi-member LLC is needed for "asset protection"? The owner or owners of a legitimate limited liability company are not generally liable for the debts of the LLC. On the other hand, creditors of the owners may levy upon a LLC (and its assets) to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation and Trademark for Florida on
Q: is the Figurella Method a registered trademark? Can I open a business that does the same type of Figurella business ?

is the Figurella Method a registered trademark? Can I open a business that does the same type of Figurella business under a different name? Should I modify something in the method to avoid any legal complications?

Linda Liang
Linda Liang
answered on Jan 18, 2022

You need to hire an attorney to conduct a research for you and give you advice accordingly. Without more information, it is impossible to know the answers.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation for Florida on
Q: I had a question about corporate governance - professional association (PA) vs LLC in florida

I'm part of a non-physician-owned group that acquired a professional association in a stock purchase with another LLC. I got feedback that an LLC cannot own a PA. Do I need to change the PA entity - articles of incorporation, etc.

Linda Liang
Linda Liang
answered on Jan 11, 2022

The central issue is not the PA, per se. It is splitting the fees. In general, physicians are prohibited to split fees with non-physicians. A few exceptions exist. One of them is exception to corporate practice where they do not hold out to the public as health care clinic. Some of the examples are... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Business Formation, Contracts, Mergers & Acquisitions and Probate for Florida on
Q: SELL A HOUSE AND UR BROTHERS DONT WANT NOTHING SAID I CAN HAVE IT ALL CAN I SELL MY DADS HOUSE WITHOUT PROBATE COURT

DO U STILL HAVE TO GO THREW PROBATE IF U HAVE A LETTER FROM UR BROTHERS AND SISTERS SAY I CAN KEEP THE PLACE

Phillip William Gunthert
Phillip William Gunthert
answered on Dec 15, 2021

I am sorry for your loss on the passing of your dad, please accept my condolences for you and your family at this sad and difficult time. The answer to your question is unknown, but probably not until you pro vide more details and specifics. You will need to start by getting a copy of the current... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Products Liability and Business Formation for Florida on
Q: If I paid for a plastic surgery procedure in full and have a receipt can that company charge me extra if they increase…

Their prices?.. I paid for a plastic surgery procedure and decided to do the procedure at a later date when the date arrive the plastic surgery place stated that the price of the procedure have increased but I have already paid it in full at an earlier time do they have the right to charge me an... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 4, 2021

A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. A basic doctrine of contract law that holds true nationwide is that the terms of a valid contract agreed upon by both sides will apply. But that is a general textbook principle. A Florida attorney who reviewed the... View More

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Q: I’m part of a Business where I have a lower percentage than everyone else. Do I invest equally? Or based on my percentag

We have been investing based on percentage.

Phillip William Gunthert
Phillip William Gunthert
answered on Oct 26, 2021

You should review your business documents such as your Corporate Bylaws or LLC Operating Agreement. You would want to contact an attorney and have them take a look at the documents that you do have in place, and if there are none in place then it goes to state default statutes. You really need to... View More

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Q: Can I have a copyrighted word in my business name? (LLC)

The word is Expedair. Looks like it is an Air Cananda copyrighted word for one of their services.

Michael  Mayoral
Michael Mayoral
answered on Oct 14, 2021

This could amount to trademark infringement. Trademark infringement is the unauthorized use of a trademark or service mark on or in connection with goods and/or services in a manner that is likely to cause confusion, deception, or mistake about the source of the goods and/or services. This... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for Florida on
Q: can a county tourism dept and landfill pilot drones without a part 107 licence?

if not, can somone persue legal thru attorney representation

Linda Liang
Linda Liang
answered on Oct 7, 2021

You can conduct research as to the local regulation with the help of an attorney. You can also hire an attorney to challenge this act following certain procedure. Hence, the short answer is yes.

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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Business Formation and Business Law for Florida on
Q: A company wanting to pay me $400 for 2,500 shares. I asked for fare value of current shares and they said no. see below

they quoted: Under Article 113 of the Colorado Business Corporation Act, saying "If you wish to assert dissenters’ rights, you must deliver to the Company, no later than [30 DAYS AFTER NOTICE]" which has expired.. I'm curious if someone sends a notice saying you have 30 days and... View More

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Sep 14, 2021

If it's a Colorado corporation, you probably should ask your question in Justia > Ask a Lawyer > Colorado.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation for Florida on
Q: want to get a Dba and i have to publish it in newspaper not sure how and what address i will put if my store is online

I will be starting a online business and decided to go with sole proprietor. And i have doing some research and i want to get a Dba and i know im supposed to publish it in a news paper but not really sure how and i know im supposed to put an address also for the newspaper but my business will be on... View More

Keith Kanouse
Keith Kanouse
answered on Aug 12, 2021

In Florida, Section 865.09 of the Florida Statutes requires the one-time publication of a legal notice of the fictitious name in a newspaper in the county where the principal place of the business will be located. I believe your residence address would be the location of your business.. After... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Business Formation and Business Law for Florida on
Q: assumed liabilities of asset purchase

purchasing a company and forming a new tax ID and name to rebrand company. Am i liable for any previous tax burdens or IRS audits?

Linda Liang
Linda Liang
answered on Aug 4, 2021

If you have a new EIN, you did not purchase a company. You purchased business assets. You are not liable for its previous tax burdens or IRS audits.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for Florida on
Q: What laws and guidines would I need to start a temp agency for on call employees similar to uber?

What protection is needed?

Jane Kim
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answered on Jul 27, 2021

To start, you'd need to be more protective and discrete about your business ideas without disseminating them on the internet. And if you believe in your idea, you'd need to include legal costs as part of your start-up costs.

Good luck.

2 Answers | Asked in Business Formation for Florida on
Q: If I am employed with a non-profit organization and I test positive for covid 19??

Does the non-profit organization have to pay me while I'm out during quarantine until I'm able to return to work??

Linda Liang
Linda Liang
answered on Jul 19, 2021

It depends on the term of your employment agreement.

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1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation for Florida on
Q: Can a Life Coach advertise that they offer Marriage and Parenting Counseling
Linda Liang
Linda Liang
answered on Jul 12, 2021

You may want to see if there is a conflict of interest. If there is, it could be unethical.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation for Florida on
Q: I filed an LLC in Orlando, Florida. I'm the operating owner and I listed my daughter as the AR-Authorized Representat.

Does the AR have to be listed as a member?

Keith Kanouse
Keith Kanouse
answered on May 20, 2021

Is the LLC manager-managed or member-managed. If she is a manager and/or member, she must be included in the Articles of Organization.

Q: I need help forming a nonprofit company. I would like to sell gift boxes. I need help knowing the ins and outs of this.

I know many nonprofit companies that sell products/services and make money they don’t help a community at all. I would sell gift boxes and make a profit and help low income/foster care kids. I need help knowing what to do and how to set this organization up. I live in Florida. But any advice on... View More

Linda Liang
Linda Liang
answered on May 10, 2021

This is not just one question. This is a set of questions, which includes a) how to incorporate; b) how to receive non-profit status ; c) how to maintain a non-profit status. It is not easy to answer in a short form. You should start by incorporating and proceed to schedule a consultation with an... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation for Florida on
Q: I just started a mobile bartending business LLC. Which type of business license do I need to obtain in the state of Fl
Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on May 7, 2021

You probably will need a liquor license. Contact the the Florida Department of Business and Professional

Regulation, Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco (DABT).

4 Answers | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for Florida on
Q: Needs a Professional to help me register my LLC in Florida

Please, I am looking for an expert who can help me register my LLC with the state of Florida

Evelyn Suero
Evelyn Suero
answered on Apr 27, 2021

Business lawyers in Florida can assist you with registration of your LLC in Florida.

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