answered on Aug 9, 2022
It depends. Because you tagged this question with both "business" and "employment," I'm assuming that the profit-sharing contract you are asking about is a contract with an employee of the nonprofit organization. If so, you are dealing with a question involving a topic that... Read more »
I run a LLC and we are currently in the process of booking a musical entertainer on one of there tour stops in the US. They are from Canada and have asked us to sign two separate contracts for two separate tour dates. They say they need both for visa reasons but both state that we would have to... Read more »
answered on Feb 12, 2022
You need to have a clear contract with them for immigration purposes. The contract has to be an agreement between you and them. If you don't like the terms you should say so and renegotiate. When entertainers apply for the P visa, which allows them to come to the USA to perform, they must show... Read more »
answered on Jan 5, 2020
Depends on what authorizations, if anyone, you have given them. In some instances, they may set off what you owe them, although much more info is needed to properly answer your question.
Hello,
I am a PhD student going to graduate soon and thinking to start my own business in my field. I am currently holding F1 student visa but trying to apply for green card through National Interest Waiver (NIW). I have a few questions and your answers are very appreciated.
1) Can... Read more »
answered on Jan 18, 2019
The only thing you can do is formally set up the LLC. Anything more would be a violation of your F1 status and jeopardize future immigration options.
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answered on Oct 31, 2017
In general, New Mexico "tort"/"negligence" law makes a person liable to anyone whom he causes accidental damage - whether at work, or anywhere else. Whether it is worth anyone's time to file or fight a lawsuit over a broken liquor bottle is a different question.... Read more »
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We sell a product that is similar to a competitors. It is the same shape and style but our products each have a unique logo. The shape and style are derived from a Ford product (without violating any copyrights). The competitor is filing DMCA claims in a harassing manner in order to... Read more »
answered on Oct 7, 2017
An attorney would need to review the two products to determine determine if one product infringes the other. You may have a defense. Often items that have a useful function are not protected by copyright, and if they are, only a limited aspect of the design is covered. An attorney would have to... Read more »
We are starting a travel/adventure company.
answered on Sep 3, 2017
Many courts do not favor release waivers especially those that attempt to waive away all bad acts and negligence on behalf of the company. These waivers are often challenged. You should see the advice of a business attorney in your state to review the particular release you are using to determine... Read more »
I have releases/legal docs for both LPCC and hands-on healer. Concerned if there is a liability with the State Board, Scope of Practice, Insurance Companies, asking and quoting/sharing hand-on healing results and testimonials.
answered on Aug 21, 2016
Look at what boards govern what activities. Problem is when you collect money. Need to see how your state treats such things-with all the crystal therapy etc should be some statement you can use stating that none of it is medically prove, that if they continue to have symptoms they should follow up... Read more »
It sounds ridiculous to me, but someone has told me that it's illegal to allow independant contractors (massage therapists in this case) to wear t-shirts with the logo of the company that has hired them. The t-shirts are worn at events voluntarily by the contractors to help advertise for the... Read more »
answered on Aug 3, 2016
Someone is confusing the issue. The question is not whether it is "legal," but whether wearing a company logo may suggest an individual is an employee rather than an independent contractor of that company. There are different definitions and factors to determine "employee"... Read more »
I was involved in an accident in which the third-party accepted liability. As the vehicle was only 4 months old, a diminished value claim was started. I hired a certified appraiser and received a very detail report stating the diminished value. I submitted this to the insurance company, however,... Read more »
answered on Jul 4, 2016
Insurers don't like diminished value claims. If third party accepted liability, you should have an attorney to work on your injury case. If not, contact a member of the NMexico Trial Lawyers Association--they give free consultations.
I get suspended from the state every time I try to do concrete work and I had a limited liability company but I still seem to get suspended because I do not have a GS 02 contractors license in the state of New Mexico any details to do work without a contractors license and still be paying my taxes... Read more »
answered on Sep 21, 2015
Go see a licensing attorney for the specifically tailored legal advice that you need.
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