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What are the legal implications for doing this in Florida? What is the employer or technically landlord responsible for? Thank you
answered on Aug 9, 2022
I have a client that has done this as a franchisee. You have to find a location and negotiate a master lease with the landlord with the landlord understanding that you will be subdividing and subleasing the premises to various subtenants. You need to check that the zoning will allow the intended... View More 
The paper restricts all HVAC jobs, both as an owner and employee for a 50-mile radius of a territory where he makes the most money. Im scared to sign it. It's an entire year id be unable to work in the industry if I left for any reason.
answered on Jul 21, 2022
The covenant not to compete will probably be enforceable as it appears reasonable in time, scope, duration and protects the legitimate interest of the owner.
I have been giving the wrong material on a construction material based on their expertise, only 80% correct I returned the 20% defection material that they kept and then their charge me additional $300. for the correct material that they made the mistake on, that they should have included in the... View More
answered on Jul 19, 2022
Your inquiry is a bit unclear on the amount in dispute. If I understand correctly, you are disputing a $300 overcharge. For that amount or any amount under $1,000, it's probably not worthwhile for an attorney to take your case UNLESS there is a way for the attorney to make money by way of a... View More
My company was setup as a multi owners over the years, my wife and my son were listed also but I changed it only myself to be listed as owner when I renewed this year in April.
I am not sure which way was safer to have it as a multi owner or single owner.
A former guy that worked... View More
answered on Jul 4, 2022
If he is suing the LLC, and not you, it appears that he is not attempting to go after you personally. That's what "LLC" means, "limited liability company"; in other words, you are not personally liable for the debts of the company.
Depending on the circumstances,... View More
I am deciding whether to sign an agreement between myself and a bank for card processing services. The merchant agreement states there is an early termination fee, but I was able to get the bank to agree to waive the fee via email. If I sign this agreement as written but retain a copy of that... View More
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answered on Jun 29, 2022
Your written agreement reflects final terms and would likely exclude any oral or written understandings outside of the written agreement unless incorporated by reference as an addendum or exhibit.
I had a small pet sitting gig where I offer pet sitting services. I was contacted by a gentleman to overnight pet sit for 10 days (06/17 - 06/26). We agreed, he paid me 80% up front. (No contract signed, no witness to the agreement) My partner and I stayed from 06/17 - 06/19, and I stayed by myself... View More
answered on Jun 23, 2022
It appears that he is threatening to tell people bad things about you, not physically attack you or anything like that. Arguably it's a threat to defame (slander) you. Could you sue him if he did? I probably wouldn't bother.
Why should you care if the police won't make a... View More
I'm dissolving a Florida LLC and on the form it asks for "A description of occurrence that resulted in the limited liability company's dissolution" and I'm not sure of how to answer.
My operating agreement states:
The Company will operate until terminated... View More
answered on Jun 23, 2022
If the members have decided to dissolve the LLC, you should have a resolution contained in a Consent of Members in Luie of a Special Meeting signed by all members. You can then check the appropriate box.
Contractor recommended this too big unit and could not get it to work correctly in our home. We received a refund of all monies paid however the contractor has not picked up the unit since returning our money 3 months ago. Can we legally sell this or give it away? Technically we do not own this... View More
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answered on Jun 17, 2022
Florida Statutes Chapter 713 governs construction liens in Florida and allows contractors to obtain liens on real property and also allows materialmen to obtain liens on real property so it is possible that the contractor or its supplier could obtain a lien on the real property. Therefore, the... View More
My daughter has been with this daycare for 4 years and this is her last summer camp with them. We need to take her out for financial reasons and we gave them a two week notice but since we signed a paper and initialed for the entire summer they are saying we have to pay for the entire summer. Can... View More
answered on Jun 7, 2022
Whether the business would have a valid claim against you depends on the applicability and validity of the contract language at issue, as well as the validity of the entire contract. Therefore, it would be best for you to schedule a consultation with an attorney handling contract disputes. If the... View More
I went to elder Ford and signed a contract for a truck. When I was going to leave the truck they brought me was not the truck I signed the contract for and they told me I signed for the lemon they brought me and omg what can I do about them scamming me
answered on May 31, 2022
It depends on whether you signed a new contract accepting the different vehicle. If you did not, the dealer breached your contract, in which case you of course would have a legal remedy. Consult an attorney in your area handling auto dealer or consumer protection issues. Also, your county... View More
For example, can a pet rescue sell dog bandanas and treats if the proceeds goes straight back into running the rescue (buying dog food or covering vet bills)?
answered on May 30, 2022
A short question that will probably never get you a short answer from a nonprofit lawyer. The IRS calls this "unrelated business income," and the rules about UBI can be pretty complex. Nonprofit lawyers and tax-exempt CPAs spend a lot of time trying to learn and navigate those rules.... View More
answered on May 13, 2022
You better review your commercial lease agreement that you signed and were provided with, it is doubtful that this would be allowed in normal circumstances for a variety of reasons. You need to get a copy of the lease and read through it, and or get the help of a business attorney to review it with... View More
A partner in an FL LLC/Partnership passed away. There were 2 partners. How can the spouse take over partnership interest of the partner who died? Can the spouse and existing partner change LLC members?
answered on May 12, 2022
You will have to review your LLC Operating Agreement that you drafted when you formed the LLC (this should address death of owenr) or you will want to look at the Florida default statutes on how to handle matters. If nothing is clear, a probate will have to be done for the deceased partner (will... View More
answered on May 10, 2022
You would want to speak with a Florida Business Attorney and make changes to the LLC Operating Agreement and you would want to make any applicable changes to the Florida Department of State documents as they relate to business and ownership via an amendment probably as well.
...late fee for missing the May 1 deadline. I have not yet formally filed to dissolve the LLC, but plan to next week. From the info on Florida's website, I assume I can file it and there will not be a penalty, but it would put my mind at ease if you could confirm that I'm correct.... View More
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answered on May 7, 2022
The late fee is only if you decide to reinstate the LLC. Otherwise, there is no late fee, it will be dissolved involuntarily for failure to file an annual report. You can proactively pay a small fee and file articles of dissolution, but you do not have to.
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answered on Apr 30, 2022
It means exactly what is says- no liability (in a lay person wording- not guilty).
answered on Apr 21, 2022
You do not have to register as a member. Your ownership should be reflected in the Operating Agreement.
I will be working under and doing business under a pen name and would like to keep my legal name as private as possible (I know there are limits to this) to separate this business from personal life. When filing for an LLC I understand that you can protect your address with a registered agent but... View More
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answered on Apr 14, 2022
You can use series LLC, which would have to be registered in another state (FL does not have such a thing), then you register a business in FL. If you only register in FL, your name will have to be listed as an officer, but in other states it is not the same requirement.
Good luck.
Like instead of giving employees a 5% discount or something, you can invest in our company to be an "owner" of our private stock. Essentially forcing all employees to invest in the company. Even part timers have to work over 1,000 hours in a year to get enrolled into their stock... View More
answered on Apr 10, 2022
This question does not relate to workers' compensation, which deals with work-related injuries.
FL 607.1501(e) meaning of 'selling through independent contractor'
answered on Apr 9, 2022
While Florida Statute 607.1501 (2) (e) indeed provides that "selling through independent contractor" does not constitute the transaction of business, the rental (as a landlord) of real property is not the same as "selling". However Subsection (2) (m) also describes (as not... View More
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