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I have 53 ft semi dry van trailer i already paid more than $42k including down payment on this trailer because of business down fall i can't keep up with payments any more because of too high payment which is $1650 per month as per signed lease now leasing company is sending me threatning text... View More 
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answered on Jul 17, 2023
Clearly, this leasing company is in violation of the Federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and is engaging in harassment tactics. Personally, I would file a lawsuit against them and seek damages plus attempt to get a restraining order against them. Then I would have the leverage to negotiate a... View More
Situation employee asks for receipt, customer refuses to show them, is it illegal for employee to prevent (grab the cart) only the merchandise not the customer from leaving the store. To me it makes no sense that an establishment can have 100 people come in fill their carts and head towards the... View More
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answered on Jul 13, 2023
Stores have the right to protect their merchandise and prevent theft. However, the specific actions that employees can take may be subject to certain limitations and regulations.
Also, preventing only the merchandise from leaving without detaining the customer themselves may not be... View More
answered on Jun 22, 2023
First speak to your accountant as to the organic tax implications, the retain the services of a mukti state law firm who can best address these issues.
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answered on Jun 1, 2023
There are two set of rules here. First, the rules of the business entity (operating agreement, bylaws, partnership agreement, etc.), and the Florida Laws. The interest in the business entity sometimes has a transfer on-death provision. If the interest in the business passes to a certain beneficiary... View More
He paid for my school and agreed verbally to sponsor me to get my plumbing license. Seven years later he’s refusing to fill out the apprenticeship certification for me. Is it possible to sue for lost wages for what I would have been making as a licensed master plumber?
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answered on May 25, 2023
There is an insufficient factual basis to answer your question. Without knowing the reasons why he will not fill out the apprenticeship certification it is impossible to answer your question. You are probably going to require a consultation with an experienced attorney to determine what options you... View More
We cancelled while still health emergency on 12/31/22 but venue states they will Sue us if not able to rebook and they of course kept our 5000 deposit. What should I expect or am I able to get out of this? I also do not have a copy of any signed contract only deposit copy and an email from venue
answered on May 1, 2023
The best option is to retain an attorney experienced in contract law.
Own a LLC in New Jersey that provides legal services, I am not an attorney so I want to contract out to a licenses New Jersey Attorney, but I am trying to figure if that is legal in this state.
answered on Apr 4, 2023
A noted US entrepreneur once said that the secret to getting rich is to "find a need and fill it".
All lawyers want and seek more business, so you've found a need.
Fill it? In every bankruptcy case, the attorney for the debtor must sign and file a statement that he... View More
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answered on Mar 25, 2023
NO you cannot do so. The name "Tater Tot" is a registered trademark of Ore-Ida. You would end up paying a significant sum of money since you would be infringement of their trademark. What you need to do is develop a business plan and a different name for your product that is catchy.... View More
Me and three friends want to start a YouTube channel and I have quite a bit of success on social media on my own so if this channel takes off and goes well all four of us want ownership. I basically don’t want one party to takeoff with the channel and leave us all behind how do I make a contract... View More
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answered on Mar 20, 2023
In order to accomplish what you are seeking, my firm provides all the services that you need. We set up the correct corporate entities that will protect your business from legal problems and contracts. In order to protect your business from being "stolen" from you, your intellectual... View More
Do I ask the accountant to sign the NDA also or just the potential buyers?
Thank you.
answered on Mar 9, 2023
First off, congratulations on the interest in your business.
It will depend on how the NDA is drafted. Typically, an NDA will contain language such as:
"The Receiving Party, including its agents, employees, representatives, members (collectively, the "Receiving... View More
For Example, Currently:
Shareholder 1 owns 51% - President
Shareholder 2 owners 49% - Vice President
The New breakdown will be
Shareholder 1 owns 51% - President
Shareholder 2 owns 24.5% - Vice President
Shareholder 3 owns - 24.5% - Treasurer... View More
answered on Feb 20, 2023
The corporate record book should be updated and kept current showing shareholders' interest, number of share held, transfer information, purchases, and dates of such activity.
Payment is referral fee for candidate. Guarantee period is also over. Candidate and client agreed on remote, relocation plan. But now client is holding our payment as candidate has not yet relocated.
There is written agreement between both parties. Agreement states that it will govern and... View More
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answered on Jan 22, 2023
This is not something that can be answered without a document review. That is also the same reason a price for what it will cost cannot be provided. However, this will probably exceed the time and work that most attorneys will offer in a free consultation. So you should expect to pay for about an... View More
Payment is referral fee for candidate. Guarantee period is also over. Candidate and client agreed on remote, relocation plan. But now client is holding our payment as candidate has not yet relocated.
There is written agreement between both parties. Agreement states that it will governed and... View More
answered on Jan 20, 2023
The question as posed omits much important information. This includes whether or not there was a written agreement, whether or not one party is a licensed professional, whether or not the agreement was negotiated in NJ, and other issues that may become relevant.
answered on Jan 11, 2023
Yes, provided there is no noncancellation clause in the contract. However, the client will be responsible to pay for work done to date you received the cancellation notice which should be in writing . Additionally the client shall be responsible for reimbursement for actual expenses incurred.
Our thread of emails between us and our supplier was somehow intercepted. Over email the person told us the bank information had changed. We sent the wire to the account that was advised. We got the goods. Whoever hacked my suppliers email cut the email communication between us off since they... View More
answered on Dec 28, 2022
You have fallen victim to one of the pitfalls of email versus telephone.
Your problem is more complex than can be answered here. You need to contact a good International Lawyer, either in your city, or NYC if you are close. Your facts are "too skinny" for someone on a question... View More
I'm a defendant in a small claims case (New Jersey - $3,000) with a plumber. I want to file a counter claim contesting the original issue, but also file a claim for separate issues for a higher $$ value of approximately $6,000. These additional issues include violations to the New Jersey... View More
answered on Dec 26, 2022
It would be a better practice if you retained the services of an attorney. If you were to be successful in your counterclaim for consumer fraud violation, you will awarded attorney's fees.
answered on Dec 20, 2022
Speak to a CPA for an analysis of the tax implications of your question.
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answered on Nov 8, 2022
There is a lot that goes into asking and answering this question. The legal aspects are probably secondary to business planning. Before you need an attorney you need to have a clear idea, a business plan, sufficient funding, and the right personal environment to launch a business.
A few weeks ago I posted here regarding reopening my divorce post judgement due to fraud. I indicated that I do not have the funds to hire an attorney and was seeking help pro bono. I realize the cost associated with the complexity of this case, and I am willing to help in any way that I can to... View More
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answered on Oct 25, 2022
Trying to represent yourself in a divorce or post-divorce matter is unwise since you are emotionally involved and not a trained attorney. There has to be a valid reason for reopening a divorce. This is going to be an expensive case and a hard burden to meet. People want to litigate very often,... View More
answered on Aug 19, 2022
First check the organic documents of the organization. See whether the documents set forth the methods of voting. If none, have the board of directors at a regular scheduled board meeting vote o a proposal to change the organic documents to permit voting by email. Request the members to send in... View More
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