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1 Answer | Asked in Health Care Law, Business Law and Employment Law for Indiana on
Q: If a business changes from corp owned to franchise can they discontinue short term disability benfits for pregnancy?

I am 6 months pregnant and my current health plan covers up to 10 weeks of paid maternity leave, two additional weeks at partial pay. Totalling 12 weeks. My company just sold to a franchise and they do not offer short term disability in thier health care package. Leaving me with zero paid maternity... View More

Paul Stanko
Paul Stanko
answered on Sep 17, 2016

Check your employment contract, if any. Then also check your benefits package. If your employer changes, your rights can as well.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law and Consumer Law for Indiana on
Q: as a machinery builder - If I wanted to advertise our machinery and its ability can I show a product that is the market

place already : Like Boost , Muscle Milk - Motts juice

Paul Stanko
Paul Stanko
answered on Sep 17, 2016

It sounds like the products you are referring to are simply props to demonstrate your own machinery. Having them in the background should not present a problem.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law and Internet Law for Indiana on
Q: Can I list grocery products on my website for a grocery delivery service legally?

For instance, the customer will come to my website, click on the dairy category, and select a dairy product such as Walmart's Great Value Milk. They will then pay for the milk (essentially paying me to pay for it for them), and I will go to Walmart and pay for the item and deliver it to them.... View More

Paul Stanko
Paul Stanko
answered on Sep 17, 2016

Walmart is known for being litigious. It sounds like you operate a shopping service. If you do not already have a coporate attorney, you should obtain one. It would not hurt to have that attorney review your business model to ensure that you comply with all licensing requirements. Be wary of... View More

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Q: Is there a law in Indiana that states I have to advertise my seasonal jobs?
Paul Stanko
Paul Stanko
answered on Sep 17, 2016

If you own a business, it is your decision whether to advertise. Be more specific, and I might be able to answer better.

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Q: I own 49% of a website, & the domain holder part owns 51%. Do they have the right to take profit or the site from me?

what rights do they have over me as a majority?

Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
answered on Feb 4, 2016

A local business lawyer can review the governing documents and advise.

Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is...
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Q: Partner in LLC...who is also husband in failing marriage...trying to coerce me into signing

The Unanimous Written Consent Of Resolutions stating I also authorize trade of farmland for two other tract plus a house. He only consulted about 2 tracts, which I agreed to the 2 tracts. He then also purchased house for himself in this trade. (so 2 tracts plus house instead of just 2 tracts as... View More

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Nov 10, 2015

Don't sign before you consult with an attorney. How is he coercing you?

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Q: I am an addiction recovery coach and have retired from an organization. I would like to go into private practise.

Am I allowed to bring my former clients to my new practise?

Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
answered on Aug 20, 2015

First step is to see what documents you may have signed that would restrict you from doing this. Even if there are no documents, you should check with a local business lawyer to make sure would not be violating Indiana laws.

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Q: Can my business partner sell his half of the corp. with out my approval? We own equal shares in a sports bar in Indiana.
Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
answered on Jul 14, 2015

The corporate documents should be reviewed to answer this question. Be well.

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Q: Can you own 2 different corporations in Indiana, example a hardware store and a cabinet store at the same time
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answered on Jun 27, 2014

Sure. The only reason I can think of that might prohibit it is if one or both of them are franchises, and the franchise agreement prohibits you from owning a competing business -- but even that seems unlikely in your example of a hardware store and a cabinet store.

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Q: Is it legal in INDIANA to own 2 corporations with the same name at the same time??? If so what are the statutes ???

We are trying to find out if it is legal in INDIANA to own 2 corporations with the same name at the same time??? If it is what are the statutes that allow said law. EX: ABC Inc. and ABC Inc.

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answered on Mar 22, 2014

Indiana Code 23-1-23-1(b) says that the name of a corporation has to be distinguishable from the name of another corporation or other business entity organized in Indiana. So, no, there should not be two Indiana corporations with the same name. In fact, there should not be an Indiana corporation... View More

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Q: Does a sub-chapter "S" corporation need a minutes book, and if so, can annual meeting minutes be kept in any binder?
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answered on Mar 22, 2014

Any Indiana business corporation -- whether it is taxed as an S-corporation or a C-corporation -- is required to keep certain records specified by Indiana Code 23-1-52-1, including, among other things, minutes of all shareholder meetings and meetings of the board of directors. Those records must be... View More

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Q: In the state of Indiana how far does the employers smoke area have to be...in other words how far can I smoke a cigarett
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answered on Jul 18, 2011

There are no state laws in Indiana regarding this subject. However, there may be local ordiances that apply, so check in the town and county where you work.

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Q: Can a retiring partner get his capital back
Terrence Rubino
Terrence Rubino
answered on Jun 30, 2011

it depends on what the agreement is. if it is a partnership, you need to look to the partnership agreement. if it is an LLC, the operating agreement and buy/sell ag govern. if it is a corp, then the by-laws and any buy/sell agreement govern.

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Q: Is there a law against of disposing of blown insulation by burying it
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answered on May 17, 2011

I am unaware of a specific law concerning this issue. However, you should contact the Indiana Department of Environmental Management:

?(317) 232-8603

?(800) 451-6027 (toll free within Indiana)

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law for Indiana on
Q: I deal in mechanical fixtures, and I found a Chinese supplier that is much cheaper,

And make products that look almost identical to the US ones I now sell. Can I get in trouble if I switch to the Chinese supplier?

Paul Overhauser
Paul Overhauser
answered on Mar 22, 2011

You should take care that the fixtures do not look so similar to the originals, that consumers are confused. This could lead to a claim for trade dress, or possibly design patent, infringement. These issues are discussed here;... View More

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Q: I own a restaurant. Is it OK for me to bring in my TV to show football games in the restaurant?
Paul Overhauser
Paul Overhauser
answered on Mar 21, 2011

This would be risky, and could violate the copyrights of the broadcaster / producer of the football game. Copyright infringement can occur from publicly displaying a copyrighted broadcast without a license. Some broadcasters have contractors they hire to visit bars and restaruants to find... View More

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Q: Is it legal to open a daycare service in resedental area without permission from niebors
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answered on Mar 9, 2011

You would need to check your local ordinances in order to determine whether there are any zoining issues

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Q: I own a restaurant. Is it OK for me to bring in my TV to show football games during in the restaurant?
Paul Overhauser
Paul Overhauser
answered on Jan 11, 2011

This would be risky, and could violate the copyrights of the broadcaster / producer of the football game. Copyright infringement can occur from publicly displaying a copyrighted broadcast without a license. Some broadcasters have contractors they hire to visit bars and restaruants to find... View More

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Q: I deal in mechanical fixtures, and I found a Chinese supplier that is much cheaper, and make products that look almost

Identical to the US ones I now sell. Can I get in trouble if I switch to the Chinese supplier?

Paul Overhauser
Paul Overhauser
answered on Jan 5, 2011

You should take care that the fixtures do not look so similar to the originals, that consumers are confused. This could lead to a claim for trade dress, or possibly design patent, infringement. These issues are discussed here;... View More

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