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deposit refund

Answered 9 years ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Business
It depends on the contract you signed.  If no contract, then someone cannot keep the truck and the money, so you have a claim.
It depends on the contract you signed.  If no contract, then someone cannot keep the truck and the money, so you have a claim.

lend money

Answered 9 years ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business
There is a six year statute of limitations on a loan case.  You can ask, but you really need to sue soon.
There is a six year statute of limitations on a loan case.  You can ask, but you really need to sue soon.

Hi, I recently Started my own Small business a LLC, partnership.Can my partner be anonymous when opening a business checking account ?2

Answered 9 years and a month ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business
Sure.  The signatory on the account does not need to be every partner. 
Sure.  The signatory on the account does not need to be every partner. 

Partner quits project, agrees to sign a termination agreement, transferring all his profit share & rights 2 me without compensation. Enforceable?

Answered 9 years and 2 months ago by attorney Lori Nevias   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business
As long as the contract is drafted properly, with a recitation of adequate consideration, it will be enforceable. In this case, the consideration for him walking away from the project with no claim to profits or even reimbursement is your release of him from responsibility for his share of the labor for the project.  ... Read More
As long as the contract is drafted properly, with a recitation of adequate consideration, it will be enforceable. In this case, the consideration for... Read More

What steps are involved transferring my mom's business share to me and my sister?

Answered 9 years and 2 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business
The actual transfer is just a matter of marking up the LLC books, and doing it in accordance with the Operating Agreeement.  The tax issues are the main issues.  There is no tax on the transfer itself, but when the members report their new shares, the tax to you and your sister will adjust accordingly.... Read More
The actual transfer is just a matter of marking up the LLC books, and doing it in accordance with the Operating Agreeement.  The tax issues are... Read More

i paid bryant and stratton collage $7000 i was young an didnt want to hurt credit said they had but now tell me to look up lost money can i do anythin

Answered 9 years and 2 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business
You will need proof of payment. 
You will need proof of payment. 

What r my options, and worse case , scenario

Answered 9 years and 3 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Business
The check should have been made to the lienholder and you.  You owe the money.  You have to pay or you will be sued. 
The check should have been made to the lienholder and you.  You owe the money.  You have to pay or you will be sued. 

i made a buissness deal with a company registered in new york , i transferred 100.000 $ to that entity for a business deal can i get help please

Answered 9 years and 3 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business
Is the issue $100 or $100,000?  You can sue anyone that wrongfully took the money.  You can also make a criminal complaint with the DA.
Is the issue $100 or $100,000?  You can sue anyone that wrongfully took the money.  You can also make a criminal complaint with the DA.

I would like to conduct a feasibility study before opening a restaurant in the Brooklyn area. Any lawyer or consultant in that area does that?

Answered 9 years and 3 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business
There are people that do this work.  Talk to a good business broker.
There are people that do this work.  Talk to a good business broker.

what is the difference between slander and libel

Answered 9 years and 3 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business
Very little.  The manner of publication.
Very little.  The manner of publication.

I need a publishing lawyer where can i find one i live in Silver Creek New York

Answered 9 years and 3 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business
Publishing is a little narrow.  Try entertainment.  Also, one town is a little narrow.  You have more options in a bigger market.
Publishing is a little narrow.  Try entertainment.  Also, one town is a little narrow.  You have more options in a bigger market.

What is the process and the price for a liquor license?

Answered 9 years and 4 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business
There are lawyers that specialize in this.  It should be about $10,000.  Liquor licenses are given to individual people.  Therefore, you need to determine who will be the license holder at each location. 
There are lawyers that specialize in this.  It should be about $10,000.  Liquor licenses are given to individual people.  Therefore,... Read More

Forming an LLC for online business

Answered 9 years and 4 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business
An LLC can be formed for $300 in filing fees, plus a small legal fee, plus the cost of publication.
An LLC can be formed for $300 in filing fees, plus a small legal fee, plus the cost of publication.

what licenses & permits are needed for a already formed llc for a Ecommerce retail clothing & acessories store.?

Answered 9 years and 4 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business
Sales tax certificate of authority from New York, and perhaps other states where you will sell.  That is likely all.
Sales tax certificate of authority from New York, and perhaps other states where you will sell.  That is likely all.

Breach of Stockholder's agreement and trust

Answered 9 years and 5 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business
Obviously, this matter involves reference to documents and authority issues, as well as other evidence.  However, you can sue if you are right.
Obviously, this matter involves reference to documents and authority issues, as well as other evidence.  However, you can sue if you are right.

Advice on PLLCs and hiring limitations?

Answered 9 years and 5 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business
In a PLLC you can hire whomever you want.  The owners must be professionals.  I have a PC.  I am an owner, but have support staff.  Employees can be anyone.
In a PLLC you can hire whomever you want.  The owners must be professionals.  I have a PC.  I am an owner, but have support... Read More

Do you know an attorney in lower Westchester for the dissolution of a non-profit organization and transfer of assets to another organization?

Answered 9 years and 5 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business
We are not allowed to refer specific lawyers via a Q&A.  You can search for corporate lawyers on the Find a Lawyer tab, or call one for a reference.
We are not allowed to refer specific lawyers via a Q&A.  You can search for corporate lawyers on the Find a Lawyer tab, or call one for a... Read More

Can I sue someone for selling me a defective product and not providing me with the agreed waranty

Answered 9 years and 5 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business
You can definitely sue.  I am questioning if the seller was a scammer, and the goods were not genuine.  If you cannot find the seller, then the judgment is easy, and it is the collection that is hard.
You can definitely sue.  I am questioning if the seller was a scammer, and the goods were not genuine.  If you cannot find the seller, then... Read More

Should I incorporate my Not for Profit in New York where live or in another state in order to save time on the process?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business
You should incorporate where you operate.  If you incorporate elsewhere, and then operate in NY, you are going to have to register as a foreign corporation doing business in NY, which is basically the same.  The process is not that big a deal.  It is an extra form.
You should incorporate where you operate.  If you incorporate elsewhere, and then operate in NY, you are going to have to register as a foreign... Read More

I'd like to start a vegan ice cream line. The name I want to use is already being used by an ice cream maker. Can I still use the name?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business
You can use the name.  The question is will you be sued for doing so.  The answer is likely yes.
You can use the name.  The question is will you be sued for doing so.  The answer is likely yes.

In New York County, City or State or federally, is there a law stating a sole proprietorship cannot have the word "group" in its trade name

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business
No, but a sole proprietor cannot use words that infer a corporation, so maybe there is a problem with the rest.
No, but a sole proprietor cannot use words that infer a corporation, so maybe there is a problem with the rest.

Can a contractor charge us more if he miscalculated a job?

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business
It would depend on the terms of the actual contract.  However, if the contract provided for adequate leaching fields, and it clearly is not, then the guarantee is violated.
It would depend on the terms of the actual contract.  However, if the contract provided for adequate leaching fields, and it clearly is not,... Read More

I WOULD LIKE TO FILE LIST PENDENCE

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Business
First, the term is lis pendens.  It is Latin.  In New York, we call it a Notice of Pendency.  A Notice of Pendency must be related to a complaint in court.  As your deal may have given up any interest in the property, a Notice of Pendency might not be appropriate, but a complaint with a request for the stay of the sale might be the way to go.  You need an interest in the real property to file a Notice of Pendency.  If your filing is not proper, you can be subjected to damages.... Read More
First, the term is lis pendens.  It is Latin.  In New York, we call it a Notice of Pendency.  A Notice of Pendency must be related to... Read More

I recently moved my massage practice to a new location

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business
It depends on what your lease says.  There is no custom.  The document governs.  If he sent a bill, ignore it.  If he is deducting from security, you can sue.
It depends on what your lease says.  There is no custom.  The document governs.  If he sent a bill, ignore it.  If he is... Read More

how should i file a global crowdfunding company that provides services? And what the best legal structure.

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business
If you will have 100 shareholders you should form a Delaware corporation.
If you will have 100 shareholders you should form a Delaware corporation.
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