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1 Answer | Asked in Internet Law and Business Law for New Jersey on
Q: If I were to promote a website in return for a payment that is doing something illegal would I be held accountable?
H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Apr 11, 2018

Maybe, more information would be needed, but the safe rule is to always say no see backpage. Anything else more information would be needed and expect to pay for the advise for specific information.

3 Answers | Asked in Business Law and Business Formation for New Jersey on
Q: Once you decide to start a business how long do you have to retain a business license in the state of New Jersery?
Leonard R. Boyer
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answered on Apr 10, 2018

As long as you want to operate the business. You really need to have an in person consultation to set up the right corporate structure, have the proper protection for any intellectual property that you may have, as well as have contracts properly drafted to avoid unnecessary problems and potential... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Contracts and Consumer Law for New Jersey on
Q: I feel a small used car company intentionally made changes to a contract without my knowing. I want to know if its Legal

I was on the phone with car insurance when they had my girlfriend sign papers that I was unaware of. I asked for a copy of the papers and they told me they would email the papers to me. When I received the paperwork, my name was crossed out as owner and my girlfriends name was written in. On the... View More

Paul J. Riviere
Paul J. Riviere
answered on Apr 6, 2018

Put simply, if someone signs a contract without the party’s consent, the party is not bound by that signature or document because the signature does not manifest the intent to be bound by it. Talk a lawyer about your transaction.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law for New Jersey on
Q: Is an elected Nominating Committee Member, of a social and cultural organization, be called an Office-Bearer

The Nominating Committee will come up with final list of candidates of the board for the next year, and if necessary, conduct elections.

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Apr 4, 2018

It would depend on many factors including the business by laws if any.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law and Contracts for New Jersey on
Q: Hello, i would like to know if a commodity can be signed by one of the shareholders of a company or

Or it has to be signed only by the legal representative of the corporate?

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Mar 21, 2018

More information is needed to answer your question such as the corporate structure etc. However, I suggest you setup a consultation with a lawyer if you need specific legal advise as these websites are for general questions, not for specific answers, it may cost a fee for the consultation, but at... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy, Tax Law and Business Law for New Jersey on
Q: In a Bankruptcy, are money's held by a business owed to an investor paid 1st or 2nd to levies for back taxes to NJ?

I gave money to a car dealership in 2016. since then, the state imposed a levy on the business for back taxes (incurred 2005). The business has cash that is due me (from car sales). But accounts are locked up by lean/levy. will the accounts get released (so i can get my cash) if he files for... View More

Michael David Siegel
Michael David Siegel
answered on Feb 23, 2018

Unless you have a lien on the cars that are sold, called a floor plan financing, you are behind the taxes and the taxes will be paid as a priority claim.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Business Law for New Jersey on
Q: Can Plaintiff enforce a Non-Solicitation contract , if one of their customers change their name or get's acquired?

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Leonard R. Boyer
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answered on Feb 19, 2018

It is possible, but there is an insufficient factual basis on which to make that determination.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law for New Jersey on
Q: I am licensed in NJ. Can I practice telepsychiatry in another country while seeing pts from NJ?
H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Feb 19, 2018

You need to ask your medical board this question.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law for New Jersey on
Q: What kind of tax returns does a small business have to file?
Leonard R. Boyer
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answered on Feb 15, 2018

That will depend on the corporate structure.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law for New Jersey on
Q: Father died a few months ago. A company that he did business with is demanding money/merchandise that his company owed

he was the sole owner of the company.

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answered on Feb 3, 2018

You need to retain an experienced attorney to handle this matter.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Tax Law and Business Law for New Jersey on
Q: We have someone who is providing open ended capital. We want to give him 15%equity. What type of agreement would be give

He hasn't asked for equity but we want to give him equity and make him a limited liability investor. How do we do this? He will continue to provide money so there is no specific amount to equate to us giving him 15 percent. We currently have an established partnership for the company already... View More

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Jan 29, 2018

This is an agreement your lawyer will have to draft to protect both you and him.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Criminal Law and Business Law for New Jersey on
Q: I have a sole proprietor optometry practice and investigating security surveillance cameras. In NJ is it permissible to

have audio if signs are posted informing patients and staff that recordings may be done. We would plan on over writing any recordings after a week. Section 2A:156A-4

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Jan 21, 2018

We are not supposed to give specific legal advice over these sites. What you need to do is to set up a in office consultation with an experienced lawyer.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law for New Jersey on
Q: Is it legal to write off entertaining expenses like client lunches?
H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Jan 17, 2018

It may be this question is best answered by your CPA

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law and Small Claims for New Jersey on
Q: I was selling a dress and the woman took the money back and I was charged with the fee.

I was selling a dress online for $75 and the person who bought it offered a $40 holding charge so that I would not sell to anyone else. So I was expecting a check for $115 and was about to send the dress when I got a check for $860. She wanted a mover to pick it up but that could not happen because... View More

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Jan 15, 2018

Your options are limited you did not deliver the product, also your question does not make sense as you stated the product was $115 but she sent you $860.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Business Law and Consumer Law for New Jersey on
Q: What can I do about a usury situation through a furniture store (NJ) & their outside finance co (CA/UT)? Thank You
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answered on Jan 7, 2018

More details and an in person document review would be required to provide a meaningful answer.

1 Answer | Asked in Banking, Business Law, Contracts and Consumer Law for New Jersey on
Q: Can you break a lease at anytime to finance the car?

The car that i own now is damaged and the dealership is offering me 2000 for it. I tried to trade it in but they said the only way out of the car is if i lease another car from them. I was wondering if i lease a brand new car from them would i be able to break the lease after a month and just... View More

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answered on Dec 27, 2017

Not without significant legal and financial consequences.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Criminal Law and Contracts for New Jersey on
Q: Circumventing exclusive distribution agreement - to sell into territory of an exclusive distributor

I want to know if it is lawful for me to sell a product in the USA which has only one distributor in the USA, and I will buy it from a distributor in another country where it is much cheaper, and profit from selling it in the USA for much cheaper than the official USA distributor.

Leonard R. Boyer
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answered on Dec 7, 2017

No it is not lawful and you could end up with criminal consequences.

2 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Agricultural Law and Gov & Administrative Law for New Jersey on
Q: Can a Brewpub in NJ sell beer online?

Can a Brewpub in NJ that holds a plenary retail consumption license and restricted brewery license sell beer online via their website?

(N.J.A.C. 13:2-35.1, et seq .) These sales of package goods, however, may only take place from the principal public barroom

Many online services... View More

Paul J. Riviere
Paul J. Riviere
answered on Nov 20, 2017

No. Only wine. With the the necessary license.

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1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Gov & Administrative Law and Agricultural Law for New Jersey on
Q: Can a NJ establishment that holds a plenary retail consumption license and restricted brewery license ship to consumers?

I am in the process of purchasing a location that holds a plenary retail consumption license and restricted brewery license in NJ

I have a few quick questions I am hoping you can help me with to ensure compliance:

1) Will I be able to sell beer that is brewed by another brewery?... View More

Paul J. Riviere
Paul J. Riviere
answered on Nov 20, 2017

Plenary Retail Consumption License ("33")?

This license permits the sale of alcoholic beverages for consumption on the licensed premises by the glass or other open container. The license also allows the sale of package goods for consumption off the licensed premises. These sales...
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1 Answer | Asked in Business Law and Business Formation for New Jersey on
Q: What business structure is right for us? What state should we form in? Is our initial approach sound?

*Regarding Corporate Law*

Our business plans to bid on and fill small-to-medium sized U.S. government defense contracts primarily regarding ammunition, firearms, and related military accessories. We currently have 2 employees (founders), and are located in New Jersey. As of yet, we have no... View More

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Nov 15, 2017

A good business lawyer would need to know much more information to give you the correct answer. I suggest you setup a consultation with one (lawyers charge for time and advise) and expect to pay a at least a few hundred dollars. But that small fee could save you thousands later on. Just for your... View More

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