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I'm starting a small music streaming service. And one of the bands I was talking to said that they do not own the licenses to their music. But would like to be on the platform. They mentioned to me that, to use their music, I do not have to pay royalties, so long as the platform is free, as... View More 
answered on Nov 12, 2020
This sounds like a situation where you will need to hire a lawyer. There are a lot of moving parts that need to be parsed out. You may want to look into getting a blanket license like many radio stations have.
Look into hiring a copyright lawyer that has experience with musicians and... View More
We have been looking for a place since August online.we have spoken to several brokers over the past few months we signed with one of them but we found a place on our own. Do we have to keep this agent.
answered on Nov 11, 2020
The answer depends on the terms of the agreement you have with the broker. You would have to e-mail a copy of the agreement before I could give you a definitive answer.
I am a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (1099 Independent Contractor) in FL. I have professional liability insurance but want to make sure my personal home, retirement, savings and investment accounts are safe if I am sued. I set up a single-member LLC, but my accountant recommended to... View More
answered on Nov 3, 2020
You seem to be concerned about protecting yourself from any professional malpractice suits, which is what professional liability insurance is for. If you provide your services under an LLC, you'd need to insure both the LLC and yourself individually, and if that causes a substantial... View More
I would sell them to local small businesses that do ac repair and need hvac units for their customers. I do not have a license and wanted to know if I legally needed one to be able to buy and sell hvac in FL
answered on Oct 7, 2020
I don't think you need a license from the Construction Industry Licensing Board but you would need an occupational license. You should also form an S corporation or LLC to protect you and have the manufacturer cover you under its product liability insurance..
I am a 50% owner non managing member of a Florida LLC that owns a single asset; commercial property . The managing member (MM) is a 50% owner who enjoys a Net Lease for his Florida Corporation to operate on the property. The LLC operating agreement and a lease contract state that the MM's... View More
answered on Oct 5, 2020
Difficult? Not at all.
Timely? Unknown. Covid-19 has slowed everything down; depends on the docket at the Broward County Circuit Court.
The business claims they overpaid me and want reimbursed for employment wages. I moved from Ohio to what was supposed to be an on-site managers apartment plus 1500 monthly compensation. The apartment was declined as it was not safe to live in. There are also people living in storage units and... View More
answered on Sep 28, 2020
Yes, in theory they can seek it if they overpaid you. But if they paid you for four weeks without a written contract, they would still owe you something for that.
I would like to read various Briefs on Breach of Contract cases and other Torts
answered on Sep 23, 2020
A free one of limited search capability is Google Scholar - Google: google scholar case law. The sites that lawyers use, which cost money, but which may also be available for free at law libraries, include Westlaw, LexisNexis, and Fastcase.
My business, myself and employees are in fear because we are receiving phone calls, stalking with threats, online defamation to my business from a person. We reported to the police many times but didn't see any result. I really can't afford right now for an attorney and just want to see... View More
answered on Sep 17, 2020
YOU ARE DESCRIBING A VERY DIFFICULT CASE, UNLIKELY TO FIND A FREEBIE LAWYER...GOOD LUCK...
answered on Sep 16, 2020
It depends upon what product or service the business sells. And, by the way, registering a LLC is not licensing; there is no such thing as a "LLC license".
A client has decided to stop paying $2M in debt for services rendered. The company is taking legal action but ability to repay the LoC is impacted.
answered on Sep 16, 2020
IMO, there is no experienced Florida banking lawyer--including me--who sees this question who would stick out their neck to answer it. Why? Because six-figure financial business matters are far too important to the parties for you to be asking about it here. If you are worried about impact on you... View More
We want to trademark/stripe "Got Your Six"
answered on Sep 15, 2020
You will need to consult with a trademark attorney to assist you with the trademark registration process to ensure that no one else is currently using the trademark in the same or related class that you intend to use.
Have a verbal contract with years of recorded deposits proving the contract/agreement exists, some email evidence, but after realizing inaccuracies between their accountant's #s and my deposit #s vs our agreement, prior to confrontation or making them aware of suspicion, I need to consult an... View More
answered on Sep 10, 2020
Aside from your emails you must obtain as much information as possible regarding bank accounts and loans (bank statements, bank forms executed attesting to a partnership and the names of the individual partners, maybe even % of interest) , income tax records for past years, any contracts executed... View More
There are multiple owners of a school and one of them from the beginning was a financial contributor but has since been inactive and is not staying in contact, after multiple attempts. The remaining owners are active in the operation of the business and in constant contact regarding business... View More
answered on Sep 8, 2020
You could have a special meeting of the shareholders after written notice to all shareholders as provided in your bylaws or just prepare a written consent of your intended actions signed by the shareholders owning a majority of the issue and outstanding shares in accordance with Section 607.0704.
My business insurance expires 9-13-20 They sent me the renewal application via email 8-11-20. I sent the completed application and sent it back via email 8-13-20. I have since sent the representative an email asking if any further information is needed and asked when can I expect a quote. Her... View More
answered on Sep 4, 2020
Whoa; slow down. You appear to be letting your wagon get out ahead of the horses here.
Before doing anything else, please go READ your current lease and see if it says anything about the landlord being required to "give you a quote" at any time.
Then re-read the new... View More
This is about the roof of our house. We need an attorney to represent us. The attorney says that my wife and I must sign separate contacts with him, even though we have both signed the same limited power of attorney for him to represent us (which we have not yet given to him). We would prefer to... View More
answered on Aug 27, 2020
Either it's clear, in black and white, what the total fees and costs are, or it's not. If it's not, and the attorney refuses to make it clear in writing, go somewhere else. While it's unusual for a married couple sign separate contracts in your situation, it is allowable.... View More
Do we need to make a disclaimer for both outgoing and incoming calls? or let the person know they're on a recorded line during outgoing phone calls? or both? If so, Is there a specific disclaimer that is best for legality purposes?
answered on Aug 26, 2020
Wow. I am surprised you had to ask this question in August 2020, what with all the calls being made to and from all kinds of banks, credit card companies, insurance companies, police departments and government agencies and many other entities that routinely tell people that the call is being... View More
I live in Florida and drive for UberEats. Sometimes people approach my vehicle to pickup deliveries, but they never get in. I bought it as a precaution because I’ve had a couple near-miss collisions and issues with people harassing me when I deliver in low income areas.
answered on Aug 22, 2020
The law to which refer requires you to notify other parties to a conversation that you are recording it. So it should work, assuming that you make sure the sign is clearly visible.
however, I am being subjected to constant cyber attacks via my personal computer and my phone by my former employer. I am looking for an attorney to assist me with an injunction or a protection order...something to make them stop the attacks. Is this possible?
answered on Aug 17, 2020
If you are currently prosecuting an EEOC charge and have an employment lawyer assisting you then get off the Internet and call your lawyer. You CANNOT do what you think you want to do; and no Florida lawyer will help you anyway. You MUST report all of this to your employment lawyer.
THEY ARE SAYING LIKE I HAVE 4 DAYS TO RESOLVE OR FUNDS ARE SEIZED FOR UP TO 2 YEARS. MONEY MISSING, AND ASKING MY BROTHERS SIGNATURE THAT HE IS THE APT LEASE HOLDER..CAN I SUE THE BANK FOR DISCRIMMINATION? THEY CAN SEE IS FROM BENEFITS FROM UNEMPLOYMENT AND MY SCHOOL. I DO FEEL DICRIMMINATED... View More
answered on Aug 17, 2020
Hello, based on the facts you described it is difficult to assess the situation. Banks under different laws, rules, and regulations have responsibilities to monitor, review, and act on customer's accounts to deter, detect, and report suspicious activities. During the review process, under... View More
- no shipper's written declaration of the
shipper's choice of liability.
-no reasonable opportunity to
choose between two or more levels of liability.
-bill of lading after cargo damage
Damage caused by gross negligent of carrier when loading... View More
answered on Aug 7, 2020
None of this makes any sense-unless it is the meat of some law school exam question. Have a nice weekend.
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