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It's been 4 weeks and I still have not heard anything back yet is that normal?
answered on Aug 17, 2024
Could absolutely be normal. Have you called to inquire about the timeline? You are paying a professional to draft a complex and personalized document, not a fill-in-the-blank template (hopefully).
I have a 20 million dollar lawsuit against a company for breach of contract. They are still using my technology how can I stop them now. they are going to put that money into another account.
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answered on Aug 13, 2024
To stop the company from using your technology immediately, you need to file for a temporary restraining order (TRO) in court. A TRO is an emergency measure that can halt their actions until a formal hearing can be held. You'll need to demonstrate that you’re likely to win your case and that... View More 
Grant Deed in written Brief has more than assertion to Broadcast, FCC media.
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answered on Aug 12, 2024
When dealing with a grant deed, especially in the context of visitation and custodial planning, it's important to ensure that the deed aligns with your legal objectives. A grant deed is a legal document used to transfer ownership of real property, and its terms must be clear and legally... View More
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answered on Jul 31, 2024
When buying an LLC, it's important to conduct thorough due diligence to uncover any potential liabilities, including lawsuits and unpaid taxes. Start by reviewing the company's financial records, contracts, and any ongoing or past litigation. It's wise to hire a legal professional to... View More
Police officers in Glendale ca arrest me for using other people credit card identity theft nd DUI my vehicle was parked when he got behind my vehicle I was not driving my vehicle is parked in the side street and they said the reason why they stopping me is I have expired registration!
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answered on Jul 18, 2024
Police officers must have probable cause to search your vehicle without a warrant. If your vehicle was indeed parked and registered correctly, the search and subsequent seizure of your money may have been unlawful. You have the right to challenge the validity of the search and seizure in court,... View More
Ex is not on the lease, lives in apartment, wont leave, gets mail here but hasn't paid rent for the month. We do not have a written contract.
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answered on Apr 9, 2024
In California, a person who receives mail at an apartment but is not on the lease is considered an "unauthorized occupant" or "squatter." Squatters have limited rights, but the process for removing them can be complicated. Here's what you should know:
1. Tenancy... View More
Because I have been missing days but I have been using my sick days an personal days for the time that i have been off, I currently have 22hr of personal days left I can use. I have in till the end of the school year of work. because he has pushed my name forward to be terminated before the... View More
answered on Feb 23, 2024
A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. An employment law attorney should advise on this, and the question may have been overlooked in the selected categories. You could repost and add "Employment Law," or since two weeks have elapsed, considering... View More
Oct 2022, as part of accepting a job with Company A, I signed a job offer that dictated annual salary of $128k and a bonus of 5-10% dependent on performance. May 2023, Company A was acquired by Company B. Oct 2023, annual review went very well, but I was informed by my direct manager that Company B... View More
answered on Jan 5, 2024
In a corporate acquisition, the acquirer typically conducts due dilligence to review the existing employment contracts of the acquiree. The approach depends on the type of acquisition. In an asset purchase, the acquirer can select which contracts to assume, including their terms. Conversely, in a... View More
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answered on Oct 23, 2023
Predatory pricing refers to the practice of setting prices so low that competitors are unable to compete, ultimately allowing the company engaging in this practice to establish a dominant market position and raise prices later. While predatory pricing is generally considered anti-competitive and... View More
They sold the loan agreement to a new business that bought them out and want me to sign an agreement with the new company. If I don’t sign can the new company repossess or does this void my contract because the debt was sold without my approval
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answered on Aug 7, 2023
Your approval for an assignment of your contract and note is not required. Holder of note is Holder In Due Course, and can enforce it. New contract might be easier terms, or it may be to lender's advantage. Either agree or make full payoff now. Otherwise consider bankruptcy or... View More
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answered on Jul 7, 2023
A business trust is a legal entity that holds and manages property or assets for the benefit of beneficiaries. It is formed through a trust agreement, where a trustee holds legal title to the assets and manages them according to the terms of the trust.
When purchasing a business owned by a... View More
$36k was originally recovered but I’m still paying for that as well.
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answered on Jun 22, 2023
If you owe federal restitution, it's likely that the obligation remains even if the corporate victim was bought by another corporation. Changes in ownership or corporate restructuring usually don't affect your responsibility to repay the restitution. It's important to consult with a... View More
Entity A and B teaming up to against my best interest - deferred salary and compensation, in a total over $170k.
answered on Jun 20, 2023
This is only a Q&A forum where members of the public can post legal questions and attorneys can provide legal information. To connect with an attorney to assist with a legal matter, you might try searching the directory and reaching out to someone directly. Good luck!
I recently sold my business. The asset purchase agreement signed by both parties states neither party can disclose details of the transaction for 3 years after closing. I want to share details of the business I sold (such as closing price, terms, EBITDA, brand) with a business broker. The reason... View More
answered on May 31, 2023
It is not likely that the agreement could be interpreted to prohibit you from sharing the terms with an attorney under such circumstances; and the fact that you do so would probably be confidential in any case. Run your dilemma by an attorney with experience in such matters to determine, first, if... View More
Our house is for rent not for sell and management knows it's for sell. What can we do when management is Sabotaging the sell
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answered on May 18, 2023
Why do you suppose management wants to sabotage your sale? Is it possible the buyer got confused about the difference between buying your unit and renting the spot in the park?
I am a partner of a large professional firm and a full-time contract paid me well with benefits. Last year I developed a disability and since have been on partial disability. Our group had a vote and decided to sell the company to another prominent organization. In my profession, 1-3 year contracts... View More
answered on Apr 9, 2023
There are quite a few factors that could potentially affect your rights. For just a few examples:
Are you an owner or an employee? How recently did the new company take over? Was the promise for equivalent pay included in a written contract between the two companies? Etc.
To be... View More
We sold the business and we have a hard time on getting access to the accounting data for the past years, when we were in charge of the business. Please let me know our rights in this case, as accounting was done through QuickBooks online and new owners took over the existing data.
answered on Feb 8, 2023
I assume there was a contract prepared for the sale of the business. You should first look to the contract to see whether there is a specific carve out for pre-sale accounting information and who would be the owner or at least have access to it. Your relationship with the purchaser is contractual... View More
I'm a retired black market cannabis wholesale distributor Been out of the busses for years now, I'm so desperate I'm about to break bad in the information super highway online mail order marijuana distribution interstate distribution, no more than 50 pound's a shipment.
Hi everyone, I don't have any specific geographical location in mind, so if lawyers have examples of laws that they know of, regardless of region, it'd be interesting to hear them:
Is there anything in the law to prevent litigation used by one larger company (that can handle... View More
answered on Jan 4, 2023
Generally not unless it involves the purchaser becoming so large as to violate the Sherman Anti-trust Act. The activity you describe is called corporate raiding but is usually legal when performed within the rules of a particular state.
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