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1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Consumer Law and Business Law for New York on
Q: Is it normal to be charged tax on a repair of a musical instrument in NYC?

I brought in a violin to a luthier in Brooklyn NY to fix. She first told me a price for the job and I agreed and left it by her.

She also gave me a paper to sign which showed the original price. For some reason, she didn't give me a copy of the paper at that time.

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answered on Mar 8, 2024

In New York City, charging sales tax on the repair of tangible personal property, including musical instruments, is standard practice. The tax applies to both the parts and labor involved in the repair, not just the physical items purchased as part of the service. Therefore, it's normal for... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law and Collections for New York on
Q: i have sold my cooperation to someone recently, and i have some people that i had money disputes with in that business

can that people still sue me for that?

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answered on Feb 29, 2024

Note: I am not your lawyer and this is not legal advice. Additional information is needed regarding the natures of the sale of the corporation and the money disputes. For example, generally, a sale of a corporation can be structured for the transfer of the corporate shares, or for sale and... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Business Law for New York on
Q: Do I have to pay someone for work done after I told him I was out of money and he had to stop work.

One of the conditions I stipulated when I hired him was that when I ran out of money, he had to stop work. Also, I wanted to use my Home Depot credit card for materials. He agreed. So when I ran out of funds, I asked him to stop work, but he continued working. He texted me that I owed him $650.... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Feb 25, 2024

The attorneys here who deal with commercial and business litigation would have the best insight here, but your question remains open for a week. Unfortunately, this has the makings of a difficult situation that could wind up in small claims. From the brief post, it looks like there might be... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Copyright, Intellectual Property and Trademark for New York on
Q: Can I create a name that is "word1 and word 2: word 3 word 4 word 5" when "word1 and word2" is already a trade mark?

I have a product with 6 words. But it seems the first 2 words are trademarked. Can I still use this name or would I need to change it all?

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answered on Feb 21, 2024

If "word1 and word2" is already a trademark, it's crucial to proceed with caution. Even if you use "word3 word4 word5" along with it, there could still be potential legal issues, especially if the combination creates confusion with the existing trademark. Using part of a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law and Civil Litigation for New York on
Q: I am an Amazon seller, recently I sent a shipment to FBA to sell, however, it was mishandled and lost by Amazon.

amazon claims that the shipment was not labeled according to their policy and therefore disposed of it, My question is. attached to the shipment were the shipping documents with all my info my name, contact info, etc. Did Amazon have the legal right to dispose of my goods or did they have to notify... View More

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answered on Feb 7, 2024

In New York, as an Amazon seller facing the situation where your shipment was disposed of by Amazon due to alleged non-compliance with labeling policies, the key legal question revolves around the terms of the agreement between you and Amazon, particularly regarding their fulfillment services... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law, Tax Law and Business Law for New York on
Q: Looking for guidance on unique Statute of Limitations for property seizure in NY state

I had a large amount of losses (from 2009 and 2010) that were initially dis-allowed by the IRS which resulted in an audit and a no change letter

NY State followed suit, and disallowed my losses on my NY return, however, they never followed the Federal when my losses were deemed to be... View More

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answered on Feb 4, 2024

In New York State, the rules surrounding the statute of limitations for tax collections and the ability to claim refunds or credits can be intricate. Typically, there is a limit on how long the state can pursue taxpayers for alleged debts, as well as a limit on how long taxpayers have to claim a... View More

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Q: In a co-op when is a sponsor no longer a sponsor is it after he owes under5%of total units
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answered on Feb 2, 2024

In a cooperative (co-op) setting in New York, the term "sponsor" typically refers to the individual or entity that initially converted the building into a co-op and retains a significant ownership interest in the units. The transition from sponsor status to regular shareholder status is... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Copyright, Business Law, Trademark and Intellectual Property for New York on
Q: Is it legally allowed to sell goods such as clothing items with the phrase "Spidey sense" on them?

Those clothing items do not include anything else that might be related to "spider-man". the clothing items only have the phrase "Spidey sense" and graffiti designs that are free to use on them.

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answered on Feb 1, 2024

Selling clothing items with the phrase "Spidey sense" on them may potentially raise legal issues related to trademark and copyright. "Spidey sense" is a term associated with the fictional character Spider-Man, a trademarked and copyrighted character owned by Marvel Comics, which... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Consumer Law, Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for New York on
Q: Is it illegal to create a crypto token, create a liquidity pool, immediately remove liquidity &/or sell your own supply

Token has no use, other than its name and icon there is no details given about it or its tokenomics (total amount of tokens or release schedule). There's no promoting, advertising or marketing for the token, The creator doesn't tell anybody about the token. The tokens the creator sells... View More

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answered on Jan 16, 2024

Based on the details provided, there is likely no outright illegal activity here from a criminal law perspective. However, the token creator would still have some civil liability risks related to securities regulations and anti-fraud laws. A few key points:

- Simply creating and selling...
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2 Answers | Asked in Business Formation, Business Law and Contracts for New York on
Q: Problematic business partner

Our LLP was established in January 2023. Unfortunately, we're facing financial constraints, and while other partners are willing to inject more capital to sustain the business, there is one partner refuses to invest further. what options are available to the other partners?

Samuil Buschkin
Samuil Buschkin
answered on Jan 9, 2024

There are several issues that appear to be related to your question: (a) are the partners united or are their interests and positions in some way opposed to one another, (b) is it an LLP or an LLC ? Either way the Partnership Agreement or the Operating Agreement, respectively would need to be... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for New York on
Q: Can my contacted company release me from my contract?

I live in Buffalo, NY. I work for a staffing agency(based out of Ohio) and have to miss some days due to meeting with my portion officer. Can they legally terminate the contract with my staffing agency due to me missing those days I had to meet with my P.O. and some other late days?

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answered on Jan 4, 2024

You should definitely reach out to your probation officer because that individual has every intention of keeping you employed or at least should have such an intention.

You might Google: "adult probation services" and "New York". Use the quotation marks which might...
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2 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for New York on
Q: Can my contacted company release me from my contract?

I live in Buffalo, NY. I work for a staffing agency(based out of Ohio) and have to miss some days due to meeting with my portion officer. Can they legally terminate the contract with my staffing agency due to me missing those days I had to meet with my P.O. and some other late days?

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answered on Jan 3, 2024

It depends on the terms and conditions outlined in your employment contract and relevant employment laws. Generally, employers have the right to terminate employment contracts for reasons such as excessive absenteeism, but it's essential to review the specific terms of your contract and any... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Tax Law and Business Formation for New York on
Q: I have formed an LLC and now I need to open a PLLC. Can I use the same EIN to form the PLLC.
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answered on Dec 31, 2023

When you transition from an LLC to a PLLC (Professional Limited Liability Company), it's important to understand the specifics of business entity formation and tax identification. Typically, an LLC and a PLLC are considered separate legal entities, each with its own set of legal and tax... View More

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Q: I want to charge a subscription for stock tips based on my trading algorithmI am a successful private trader. Legal?

I will not handle anyone else's money for them.

I will provide only the stock tips, and advisement on how best to limit risk, and set goals.

Anyone taking my advice makes their own decisions.

Do I need a license to do this?

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answered on Dec 15, 2023

Providing stock tips and investment advice through a subscription service, even without directly handling others' money, often falls under the regulatory oversight of both federal and state securities laws. In New York, as well as under federal law, individuals or entities providing investment... View More

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Q: Hey, If we don't have a board of directors, and my 50/50 partner stopped answering the phone can i call special meeting?

What if we buy 50% of the company, but the other owner won't answer the phone. They do not have bylaws. Would we call a special meeting, and be able to call it sooner than the standard period than the state standard of 60days, and as if there are any special cases for an emergency? We need to... View More

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answered on Nov 29, 2023

In a situation where you have a 50/50 partnership and your partner is unresponsive, it's crucial to understand your legal rights and options under New York business law. If your company doesn't have a board of directors or bylaws, the default rules under state law and any existing... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Business Law for New York on
Q: Hello, I have an Amazon store, I hired an automation company, they seem fraudulent and taking my cash

The automation company made high claims to return profits to me by adding products to my store. They have only surmounted losses, big losses. They've also never given me a statement of earnings losses etc. this whole year when I asked. Everything this past year has been so blurred. Now... View More

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answered on Nov 13, 2023

Based on your description, it seems you may have grounds to dispute the actions of the automation company. If their services have resulted in significant losses and they have failed to provide detailed statements of account, this could potentially constitute a breach of contract or... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law and Employment Law for New York on
Q: Are there laws requiring companies to list terminations correctly if outsourcing positions?

recently a hospital has taken its IT staff and changed them to another organization. One team had to train staff in another country and once this was done, they were terminated once the training was completed and then on their terminations, it listed the reason as downsizing instead of outsourcing.

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answered on Nov 11, 2023

In New York, there are no specific laws that mandate how a company must list the reasons for termination on employment records, particularly in the context of outsourcing. However, there are laws that require employers to provide truthful information about the reasons for termination. If an... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Banking, Business Law, Securities Law and Stockbroker Fraud for New York on
Q: Brokerage Misconduct - E*TRADE

In May 2022, I invested $8M in a U.S. Treasury note, due in April 2024. I instructed my ETRADE manager to liquidate $5.6M for property buying. Unexpectedly, ETRADE initiated a $5.6M margin loan, leaving part of my investment intact. I discovered this during a routine review, not through direct... View More

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answered on Nov 4, 2023

In situations like this, you may have grounds to file a complaint for brokerage misconduct if E*TRADE acted contrary to your instructions and without your consent. It's essential to review the client-broker agreement and any written communication to determine if E*TRADE deviated from the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Civil Litigation and Internet Law for New York on
Q: What remedy do I have if a person left a bad review on the BBB website, for my business, but I have never met her?

I am located on Long Island, NY.

This person left a bad review and I have never met or interacted with this person to the best of my knowledge. I requested additional details regarding what the person looked like or the service vehicle (my service vehicle is very distinct) they were... View More

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answered on Nov 4, 2023

In situations like this, your first step should be to reach out to the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and file a dispute against the review. Explain your situation, provide any evidence you have that the review is fraudulent or mistaken, such as your schedule for the day in question, and ask for the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Small Claims, Copyright, Business Law and Intellectual Property for New York on
Q: The Skullgirls team has taken a digital product that many people purchased and altered it in very significant ways.

The Skullgirls team has taken a digital product that many people purchased and altered it in very significant ways. They've cut out entire pages from the art book, removed and re-announced voice lines, and drawn over concept art to make it less offensive. The current Skullgirls team, while... View More

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answered on Nov 4, 2023

If you purchased a digital product like a game or an art book, the terms of the sale, including any End User License Agreement (EULA), will typically govern what the seller can and cannot do after the purchase. Many digital products come with licenses that allow the company to update or alter the... View More

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