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Our congregation is very unhappy with the Minister because he has not upheld the terms of the original contract he signed four years ago. He re-wrote his own contract, without input from the Board, and refuses to show it to Members of the congregation who have asked to see it.
answered on Feb 4, 2019
If the contract is between the minister and the board, then it is the board's decision if the members can see the contract. But if the church is organized as an Ohio non-profit corporation, the members could take legal action to obtain access to the contract. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to... View More 
answered on Jan 27, 2019
First, you and your friend should each consult your own attorney. Becoming a member of a limited liability company is economically similar to becoming a partner in a business. You will have rights and responsibilities with respect to your friend and should know what they are and whether you are... View More
We need to file production of documents and interrogatories and we do not have OH representation.
answered on Jan 3, 2019
Your counsel in CA should be able to handle that, or you can retain local OH counsel to assist with the filing. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local litigation attorney in OH where the lawsuit has been filed.
I have been managing the business for 7 years and would like additional advice on how to legally take ownership of the business if he gets incarcerated. No charges have been filed yet, but I would like to keep my job, as well as keep the jobs of all the other employees who work there.
answered on Nov 14, 2018
Technically, nothing. But a business without someone at the helm is seriously endangered. I would suggest you all get together with the owner and a lawyer to ensure the business operations will pass on to someone trusted. Obviously, the boss here needs a lawyer for the criminal side too.
They have breached the contract completely to buy a small business, business and taxes are in good standing, the purchase agreement has been signed, and they are still promising they will pay even after the extension we gave past closing date. They have caused a lot of damage, the contract does not... View More
answered on Nov 13, 2018
The maximum award in small claims court is $6000. In municipal court it is $15,000. Beyond that amount, or for specific performance, it is Common Pleas Court.
The debts (loans by me) of the corporation far exceed the assets of the corporation and the corporation cannot pay the requested settlement fee.
answered on Oct 31, 2018
Can't even answer without knowing more. Please call to set up an appointment.
I replaced a part in their furnace the next day to restore their heat and billed them for it. No answer to any invoices I found out the couple filed for divorce I contacted the husband initially and he said the wife is responsible for the billing. I continued billing both via us mail until... View More
answered on Aug 6, 2018
Sue both in small claims court. Check the court web site for the forms to file.
I understand that a police officer would be able to enter for law enforcement reasons, such as to break up a serious fight or to serve a warrant, regardless of what rules the business owner has. I just want to know if a business owner would be allowed to put up a sign to refuse uniformed or on duty... View More
answered on Jul 9, 2018
A business owner can put up a sign that meets local sign regulations. It can probably exclude police officers, but could face a negative public response for doing it.
an employee of my LLC and pay her as a site manager since it is a 4 bedroom unit and i will have at least 2 others paying rent?
answered on Jun 5, 2018
It seems that if you paid her (a deduction) so that she could pay you rent (income), there would be some sort of wash there with the income offsetting the deductions. The way this might benefit you, is this could then be treated as a rental and you would be able to depreciate the property.... View More
We had some type of agreement written up when we started the business and we both signed but I never read anything in there about that I could understand
answered on Apr 17, 2018
It depends on the company documents and what they specify for resolving disputes. If a dispute cannot be resolved, then you can sue in court to terminate the company and distribute the assets between the two partners. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local attorney who handles business... View More
We are not running it like a true business, we have no employees, just collecting rents. It appears there are different rules for a community property vs. non-community property state (Ohio). We are just wanting something simple not having to create a partnership or joint venture, is this possible?... View More
answered on Apr 5, 2018
An Ohio LLC can be created on-line with the Ohio Secretary of State. But you should retain a local attorney in OH to discuss setting up and operating the LLC properly and property ownership. You also should consult your tax advisor regarding the different options that can be elected for federal... View More
If a company sold me a lifetime home warranty went out of business but then the owner went and opened a new business must he still somehow honor the warranty for my basement system? He now owns a foundation wall support co. but owned a basement waterproofing co. I contacted him but he was a... View More
answered on Mar 30, 2018
You may want to consider a suit under successot liability. He probably works from the same location, with same equipment and employees
My landlord rented to a convicted sex offender w no background check. I informed him of this mans past. He’s been convicted of multiple indescent exposures, rape, pandering kiddy porn. He also admitted in a court doc to publicly masturbating near schools in hopes of being seen.
My only... View More
answered on Mar 28, 2018
R.C. 5321.14 is not going to help you. That concerns unconscionable terms in the lease agreement, not your dissatisfaction with the proximity of a sex offender.
to company B's bank account #2 as a loan. is that legal? what would be a reason? I asked the president of the company and he said for me to just do what I am told. I don't feel comfortable with this.
answered on Mar 20, 2018
Who is telling you to do that? If it is the company's attorney or accountant advising you to do this, get a second opinion if you are uncomfortable. As president, you have certain fiduciary duties under Ohio law, and so the company should have both an attorney and a tax adviser to provide... View More
We want to expand to general and electric contracting (I am finishing my electrical contracting license this year). Is amending the LLC or a Doing Business As and changing the name allowed, or do we need a new LLC?
answered on Mar 8, 2018
Most likely you can use the same LLC. One reason why you may not be able to is if in the articles of organization for the LLC you indicated that it is limited to a specific purpose. Although, this is uncommon. You will also need to make sure the LLC is properly licensed in your state to do... View More
I been taken off work without pay until drug test comes back. This is hurting my income.
answered on Feb 26, 2018
Use the Find a lawyer tab to consult a local litigation attorney to review the facts and advise you.
Another company and took our client from our business and added this other client to their business. I am now suing a year and a half later because our contract dictates they are involuntarily withdrawn due to their outside business. Did I wait too long?
answered on Feb 9, 2018
Ask your attorney. If you don't have an attorney, use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a business litigation attorney to assist you.
I am feeding/caring for all 8. It's been 9 days since their FIRST oppyto pick all back up. Can I charge boarding and can I place a "veterinarian" style lien until invoice is paid if/when they decide to pick up?
answered on Feb 7, 2018
If there was no written agreement, give them an invoice and a deadline, and if not paid and picked-up, tell them they go to the pound.
answered on Jan 31, 2018
Probably not - but only if it went to court, and the court decided in your favor. But a new employer might want to avoid the potential problem and refuse to hire you, or fire you if the other employer notifies them. Use the Find a Lawyer and retain a local employment law attorney to review the... View More
Looking for any detailed information on the necessary legal documents and steps to opening an e liquid company?
answered on Jan 3, 2018
Get a lawyer to help you with this. Opening the company is fairly straightforward, but there are lots of regulations concerning the packing and sale of these products and you need to be familiar with them.
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