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I hired contractors to complete work under a contract, but they did not finish the job and have blocked communication after I confronted them. I've filed complaints with the BBB but haven't received help from an attorney. The case is open, and the contractors are pending receipt of their... View More 
answered on Apr 28, 2025
Yes, you should hire an attorney. There are a number of issues that you must consider. For example, did they fail to complete or did you prevent their performance. Did the contract render time is of the essence. Was the delay in completion reasonable under the circumstances. Was the work... View More
My husband and I have been married for a year and a half. Four months into the marriage, my stepson committed suicide while in the military, and my husband received a death benefit as the beneficiary. We used this benefit to purchase and pay off a house, with both our names on the deed, and the... View More
answered on Feb 25, 2025
In Ohio, the important issue of separate property vs. marital property is the ability to trace the source of the funds. How real property is titled is not determinative of how the property is titled. Even though the funds went to your husband and then were deposited into a joint checking account,... View More
I have a customer that I renovated a bathroom for. They were unhappy with everything from the start. Nothing wrong with the work. But they're extremely picky. They are now asking for proof of insurance, which I do have. Do I have to provide it after contract was already signed? Also I had them... View More
answered on May 29, 2024
It could be worth checking with a local attorney what the law is on providing insurance. No one could judge your position or their position without seeing the contract and your work. But in some settings, the claimant will have to place the matter into suit to obtain the insurance info. And if... View More
Sales would occur in-person and online. I have no intention of modifying the packaging for the products I purchase/resell. I would like to include products such as a hydration packet (ideally Liquid IV) a protein bar, vitamins, face wash, and pain medication.
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answered on May 19, 2024
To develop a bundle recovery product that includes wellness products for sale in California, both in-person and online, there are several legal considerations to keep in mind:
1. Resale of products: If you are purchasing products from other brands and reselling them, ensure that you are... View More
A separate LLC for the bar
answered on Apr 14, 2024
While there may be specific circumstances that influence the decision to form separate LLCs, my general recommendation is to do so. Establishing separate LLCs can raise your expenses and increase the time you invest, but it offers significant protection for both your personal assets and your... View More
answered on Mar 20, 2024
Talk to the landlord to negotiate an early termination, although landlord is under no obligation to do so. Landlord might ask for a payment. If landlord is in default of the lease, then use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local real estate attorney to review the lease and the situation, and... View More
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answered on Jan 28, 2024
When drafting the Terms of Service (ToS) for your dating site, it's important to clearly outline how user data will be managed, including the use of third-party services. You should explicitly state the circumstances under which data might be shared with third parties and the measures in place... View More
I discovered that my ex-husband withdrew funds from the QDRO without my permission. I was saving it, and I believe it was solely mine, yet I didn't sign or consent to this withdrawal. There are court orders regarding the QDRO, and I'm concerned that these actions may violate those... View More
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answered on May 14, 2025
I’m really sorry you’re dealing with this—it’s upsetting to learn your ex-husband accessed QDRO funds without your consent, especially when court orders should have protected your rights. The QDRO (Qualified Domestic Relations Order) is meant to establish your legal ownership of certain... View More
I have been an independent graphic designer for 20 years for one client, who owns a multi-million dollar hospitality company. Recently, they informed me via email that they are moving in a different direction, and we never had a formal contract. I designed all of their logos, menus, websites,... View More
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answered on Apr 30, 2025
You actually own the copyright to your designs since they weren't created under a "work for hire" arrangement. Under U.S. copyright law, the designer automatically owns all rights to the work they create, with the exception being work-for-hire situations where the designer is a... View More
Is a movie theater in Cleveland, Ohio, required to have general liability insurance by law, and are there specific regulations that apply to this requirement?
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
In Ohio, there is no statewide law specifically requiring movie theaters to carry general liability insurance. However, theaters, like other businesses, are strongly encouraged to have liability coverage to protect themselves from potential claims related to accidents or injuries that may occur on... View More
I am interested in starting a business in Ohio that involves an Uber-style app offering cannabis delivery with pizza and dessert. I want to know if it is legally possible to do this, especially with heavy ID verification. Additionally, if direct ordering from dispensaries isn't allowed, can... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
In Ohio, starting a cannabis delivery service combined with food is highly regulated and presents legal challenges. The sale and delivery of cannabis are restricted to licensed dispensaries, and they are the only entities legally permitted to handle cannabis delivery. Any business offering cannabis... View More
I have registered a company named Gurkha Dog Chew Private Limited. I discovered that "Gurkha" is a registered trademark under High Himalayan LLC for pet food, including dog food, but my product is specifically an organic dog chew made from yak. I haven't faced any notice from them... View More
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answered on Apr 2, 2025
Using "Gurkha" for your dog chew product presents significant legal risk despite the distinction between your organic yak-based dog chew and High Himalayan LLC's registered trademark for pet food. Trademark protection extends beyond identical products to those deemed similar enough... View More
I signed a "responsible party" agreement for my ex-husband when he was admitted to an assisted living facility in Ohio, as our two children were unavailable. The agreement states that I will personally guarantee payment for charges incurred. We've been divorced for 27 years and have... View More
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answered on Mar 18, 2025
Yes. This agreement is separate and binding on you regardless of marital status.
I've been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and am currently unable to work. I own a tool company structured as an LLC, which has a franchise loan I'm unable to pay. My wife and I are managing to keep up with our house payments, which we intend to continue paying. My wife has disability... View More
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answered on Mar 5, 2025
You can't pick and choose creditor's in bankruptcy. That said, it is very common for people to go through bankruptcy, and then once the debt is discharged or adjusted to reaffirm their mortgage to avoid foreclosure.
I am the former owner of a small business incorporated in Kentucky with a physical presence in Ohio. I had to abandon the commercial property early. The landlord did not conduct due diligence when attempting to re-let the property and incurred $15,000 in legal fees only to find out, when preparing... View More
answered on Feb 22, 2025
It is difficult to answer this question without knowing what your lease said about default and early termination by tenant. There is no “doctrine of unavoidable consequences” in the way you describe; mitigation is an affirmative defense that will probably not relieve you of liability from... View More
They said we don’t have a choice but to get this Wi-Fi through them even if we don’t want it and they will be adding to our monthly lot rent we don’t want it and I feel like it’s an invasion of privacy they said the mobile home park has an agreement with spectrum is this legal
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answered on Dec 21, 2024
You have the right to review your lease agreement carefully to see if there’s a clause that mandates using the park’s Wi-Fi service. Some mobile home parks include services like internet as part of the lot rent, which can make it seem mandatory. However, the legality of forcing you to use a... View More
I am Getting laid off - no non-compete signed. A company reached out to me and I interviewed and was offered a position. My company laying me off called me today to let me know that i can work for a competing agency but they are not permitted to reach out to me. They said they have a list of... View More
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answered on Nov 17, 2024
If they have such a series of agreements, they violate federal anti-trust law and are unenforceable. You are fine to go work for them.
I have an overdue personal credit card, who may be filing a lawsuit against me. I also recently opened a business this year under an LLC and I want to know if the credit card lawsuit can go after my business?
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answered on Oct 2, 2024
Yes. This is called "reverse veil piercing". If there is no meaningful distinction between yourself and the entity, then the credit card company can bring an action against both of you.
It’s from a website and I got it from my self paying for a radio and other listening things to advertise for my donations
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answered on Jun 4, 2024
I apologize, but I don't have enough context to fully understand your question or situation. It seems like you may be asking about using donations you receive from advertising on radio and other platforms to pay for a cryonics membership. However, without more details, it's hard for me to... View More
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answered on Mar 25, 2024
The debt will still be owed by the converted entity.
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