I am taking multiple part-like products from several companies and combining them to make my own final product. Is it ok for those company logos to show on my website and in my ads?
answered on Jun 3, 2020
Using another company's logo may expose you to a claim of infringement, since it may cause customer confusion regarding the source of your products. It may also create the impression that the brand is either affiliated with your company or endorses your company. If you need to mention the... View More
We were contracted by a new customer to provide a skilled service and materials for a project. The new customer is a multi million dollar company in NC. We are a 4 person small business in NC. We fulfilled our end of the agreement, but the customer now says they can't pay us (they can't... View More
answered on May 14, 2020
You can certainly pursue a claim against the company for balance due. Based on the amount, I would suggest filing a small claims action. It will have to be filed in the county where the company is based and you will have to present for the hearing. Otherwise, it would have to be filed in District... View More
They had an absolute divorce and he pays the taxes on the house. The house was purchase with both of their names as 100% ownership
answered on Mar 6, 2020
They are likely now tenants in common. Typically, this usually undesirable situation happens when people make the mistake of doing their own divorce.
I am a corporation and got half the money up front for special order materials. I got the material started the job, delays/issues happened worh other jobs, weather, help not showing etc long story short verbally had agreed with H/O that job would be complete by xyz date and it wasn't so they... View More
answered on Jun 17, 2019
Go to the small claims court and present your case.
I own an S Corp, we close the office last fall due to lack or work. We have not been able to get it going again and we owe 8k in cards and around 15k on a loan. If we file chapter 7 does the debt the company owed then comes to me, or is it gone with the failed company? As of right now I dont see... View More
answered on Jun 13, 2019
Unless you signed as a personal obligation on the nite, the debt stays with the s Corp.
answered on May 10, 2019
Your question remains open for four weeks and it's a tough one for an attorney to give you a ballpark figure based on the limited facts here. A North Carolina attorney would likely want to discuss the matter with you in greater detail to determine what happened before they discuss attorney... View More
answered on May 3, 2019
Service agreements tend to be specific to a given matter. They often address the working relationship between the parties involved. They can outline specific duties, conditions, payment terms, etc. A place to start could be to contact a North Carolina attorney to discuss such an agreement.... View More
Sessions would include education on stretches, self-massage, and self-care. These free sessions are part of advertisement/marketing efforts to build a massage therapy business. Class would take place in libraries, churches, stores, any place that would like to partner with the licensed massage... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2019
Your best bet is a business law attorney. A general practitioner who handles civil contracts should have familiarity with those issues as well.
answered on Nov 1, 2018
You’re talking about “who was guilty,” so it sounds like your project involves criminal law. You could look at your state’s penal codes for starters.
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 28, 2018
You have exposure. That's why you should have adequate insurance.
Competitor want to hire me at a 12% increase in salary. Company I work for now will not match. We service some of the same customers but in differant capacities. Is the non compete enforcable?
answered on Jul 23, 2018
Yes, non-competes are generally enforceable in North Carolina. However, there are certain requirements and it is also a fact-specific analysis. You should certainly have an attorney review the non-compete before taking any action.
answered on Jul 8, 2018
Yes. The bar or nightclub is likely protected by the 1st Amendment of the United States Constitution.
BUT, that doesn't mean there couldn't be some other "comeuppance."
If the ABC permitted business provides that information, knowing it is over-serving its... View More
I'm about to get my electrical license and want to do business with the same company as my present employer
answered on Apr 25, 2018
Non-compete clauses are valid in North Carolina. However, they must be in writing and have other requirements. If you don't have a written non-compete clause, then there is no prohibition against competition.
My girlfriend owns her own business which is incorporated. She's the only employee and works out of our home. We live together. A few years ago, her tech business invested in a coastal property.
1- At the same time, my gf & her ex-husband jointly owned a different property.... View More
answered on Apr 23, 2018
It depends on the transaction and how it is structured. Generally you can't avoid debts by transferring property and assets to insiders, particularly for no payment. The creditor can file an action to avoid the transfer based on several factors. Thus, if you are tranferring assets, it has to... View More
Judge granted for judgement of possession (ruled in our) favor but tenant filed for bankruptcy on the 10th day (last day to appeal). Can I still file for a writ of of possession to remove from the property? (I know bankruptcy creates automatic stay but he filed after the judges ruling but before... View More
answered on Apr 23, 2018
You must petition the bankruptcy judge to terminate the stay as to you. Once the stay is terminated, you can then go back to the eviction judge and get the sheriff to remove them from your property.
answered on Apr 19, 2018
It sounds like you've received valuable property by mistake that does not belong to you. At a minimum, you likely at least have an obligation not to use that fuel. If they request to retrieve it, then you probably need to let them do so. For absolute certainty on these questions, you should... View More
answered on Apr 19, 2018
I'm afraid this question is a little too vague for you to receive any helpful answers on this site. I recommend contacting a local lawyer who is skilled in drafting and interpreting contracts to provide you with an answer.
This week she went to the bank and embezzled all the money in the account. What recourse do I have?
answered on Apr 19, 2018
Against the bank, it's doubtful you'll have any recourse. I've reviewed checking account contracts before, and they are massive and buttoned up tight! Still, it cannot hurt to have a commercial attorney provide direct service to you and weigh in.
Against your daughter, you... View More
Can my boss call the General Contractor and tell him not to award me any bids?
answered on Apr 19, 2018
It depends. For one thing, if you plan to continue working for your boss while you start the new business that competes with him, this could be risky. Further, if you have a contract with your boss that contains a non-compete provision or non-solicitation provision, this could also pose a... View More
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