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We have a for-profit LLC that we wish to convert it into a not-for-profit organization. We sell physical products and donate 100% of our profits already.
We would like to know if it is possible for a not-for-profit organization to be legal and retain its status if instead of doing the... View More 
answered on Feb 21, 2018
If your question is whether it is legal for a donor non-profit organization to donate any potential "profits" (funds received to be used for the organization's primary service objectives) to donee non-profit organizations, instead of the donor non-profit organization performing... View More
I used Legal Zoom to help with the initial paper work for my company and now they say that I need to kepp paying them because I need them to act as my Registered Agent.....
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Registered Agent is the legal contact that receives, signs and forwards any State and legal documents to... View More
answered on Feb 21, 2018
What's true is that you do require a registered agent. The registered agent can be just about anyone as long as they are designated by you to receive legal paperwork on your company's behalf. Many entity startup businesses (such as LegalZoom and a ton of "Create a S-Corp in 5... View More
I live in VA and I worked as a consultant for a company in Florida, and they are not paying me for work performed totaling over $10k - do I sue them in Virginia or Florida? And if VA which court?
answered on Feb 21, 2018
It's not a clear-cut answer whether you can sue the company in Virginia because it can depend on what the company's contacts are with Virginia.
What is a safe bet that they can be sued in Florida since they are a Florida company, presumably engaging in business in Florida.... View More
State: Virginia
answered on Feb 13, 2018
About the only way to do that is to have a lawyer write up a Post-Nuptial Agreement for you that you and your wife both endorse. It is a lot like a Pre-Nupt, but after the marriage. If you were to use separate money, and keep it all separate, including the work, that might also work for your... View More
My car failed VA state inspection due to a faulty sensor that is currently under recall by Jeep. However, the replacement part for the recall will not be available until April of 2018 which leaves me paying a car payment for 5 months with a car I cannot legally drive and also adds additional... View More
answered on Dec 19, 2017
Contact the Center for Automotive Safety, see if there is any class action or bad faith action for such conduct--they should,at a minimum, authorize a rental.
The company had lots of Black Friday incentives to earn prizes or codes that the company advertised as being able to be used on the promotions that would be offered during Black Friday. I have a screenshot of me winning the game that was titled The Black Friday Dragon Slayer and a printed coupon... View More
answered on Nov 26, 2017
The Virginia Consumer Protection law is a false advertising law. It gives you the right to triple your money back PLUS legal fees. You can read more about that law, here. https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacodepopularnames/virginia-consumer-protection-act/.
One place to look for lawyers who... View More
A lady wants to sell a bar of gold in country of Ghana.She is informed she needs a "bank guarantee" to sell them.She says she has to pay $4000 dollars to gain access to buyers of the gold. Is this valid or not?
answered on Nov 20, 2017
She would be wise to consult a lawyer in Ghana before proceedings. May countries have at many times in history restricted the sale of gold, both to currency security and for fraud prevention. It is not at all unimaginable that Ghana retains such a legal structure. She might prefer to sell the gold... View More
I drive for uber and uber use third party background check company called chekr . checkr provided wrong and inaccurate information about me to uber then uber suspend my driving privilege. is it possible i held uber and checker liable for their neglect and what is my chances to bring them to... View More
answered on Oct 11, 2017
If Chekr is considered a consumer reporting agency it has obligations under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) to have reasonable procedures in place to assure maximum possible accuracy of the information reported. Simply put, it should have algorithms or other "If then" formulas in... View More
Sales contract asserted to be fraudulent on several levels was signed by an LLC that that had been canceled under Va. Law five months earlier. Can a plaintiff assert that the contract as written was invalid due to the status of the LLC and as such void the contract or hold parts invalid
answered on Aug 21, 2017
Yes they can. An LLC must be considered active with the SCC to be able to conduct transactions.
Hi,
I am currently working as a tutor for a business. If a client (who I tutored under the business) is no longer receiving services from the business and wants private services from me, will it be a violation of my agreement?
Part of contract:
"Nothing herein precludes... View More
answered on Aug 9, 2017
This is definitely a situation to be wary about and I would definitely avoid handling this matter privately.
I live in Virginia, and am interesting in starting a few internet-only and/or mostly internet-only companies. I will be the only owner.
I've read Virginia doesn't offer protections to single member LLCs which is make me look to other states like Delaware, Wyoming, Nevada.... View More
answered on Aug 4, 2017
To the best of my knowledge, Virgina does allow single-member LLCs. (Single member partnerships are not permitted.)
Your business is conducted online but as the owner you have a physical presence in Virgina, even if just your home. You are therefore required to register as a... View More
I registered my company with LEGALINC online, and right now I have there info as my "Registered Agent/Registered Office" but I stopped the service with them. Can I change the "Registered Agent/Registered Office" address in the State Corporation Commission profile into my office address?
answered on Aug 2, 2017
Yes you can. You have to file the appropriate docs with the Virginia SCC
I asked him to give me the materials that was purchase and I will get someone to finish the work. He keep saying he is going to finish it's been since March 2017.. I know he had a few family issuses but I need the work completed. We have a sign contract and he also been paid some money
answered on Jul 30, 2017
Yes this would be an ideal case to hire an attorney on
our fire department was dissolved by the accomack board of supervisors today
answered on Jul 20, 2017
Generally, the answer would be: No. However, the final answer may depend on what is the basis for the County's action.
My friend is a business owner and recently was arrested and is now facing a couple of years in jail. There is no official partner in the business but I know the ins and outs of the company and have been very involved since day one. Is there anyway I could go about running the company until he comes... View More
answered on Jul 16, 2017
I would attempt to arrange to have him sign a power of attorney to allow you to act on his behalf for as long as he is in jail. If that is not a possibility, you may need to petition the court to be appointed as his guardian while he is in jail. Option a is the best option. Speak to an attorney to... View More
I'm looking to start freelance software development part time - I was interested in setting up a solo proprietorship since the work I'll be doing will have no liability and won't benefit from an LLC. I wanted to find out what business licenses\tax forms I would need to apply for.
answered on Jul 11, 2017
I would disagree with your statement about needing to incorporate (or, as you stated, form an LLC). Liability is not just limited to exposure from a potential client. You should definitely speak with a lawyer prior to make any final decision. Taxes are at the (1) federal level (EIN), (2) state... View More
answered on Jun 20, 2017
A person becomes a shareholder when a stock certificate is issued to that person and they pay at least the par value of the stock.
During the recent snow it was declared a state of emergency. When we couldn't attend the event. The host refused to reimburse the fees. Our ethics committee of the athletic association strongly recommended they reimburse. The host refused. We are appealing to the National board of directors.
answered on Feb 6, 2017
The question requires clarification. What sort of ethics committee is involved, what industry/occupation and what grounds did the body give for its decision? Is enforcement being sought via the courts or in a private licensing/certification setting? For example, if this were a legal ethics matter,... View More
I am a US citizen (in the state of Virginia) considering opening a business in Estonia, since I was approved as an Estonian e-resident recently. In Estonia, profit retained within a company for re-investment is taxed at 0% and is only taxed at the normal Estonian corporate tax rate when dividends... View More
answered on Jan 13, 2017
Definitely find a lawyer who specializes in this area. You don't want to try to guess with taxes. If you need a referral, feel free to contact me. Also, I found this white paper which you may find helpful in understanding the issues from a broad view: https://fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/R40623.pdf
Do we have to comply with the request before the lawsuit is filed. Virginia nonstock corp
answered on May 18, 2016
Impossible to say for sure without knowing all the facts - perhaps you have a contractual obligation to turn over documents in anticipation of litigation. If you know a suit is incoming, it'd be best to hire an attorney now and have him/her handle the prep and help plan your strategy. Good luck.
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