I set up my c- corp with funds from my 401k. Called directed equity to start a business. I need to convert to an S corp.

Hi, I think you probably realize that your posting will engender more questions than answers. The type of entity you choose depends on many...

What are my options against this horrible catering company? (shady excess charges for cancelation)

Hi, Based on the short of it, it does not appear that the cater has any legal right to ask for the 2K as a cancelation fee. I agree with my...

Is it legal for schools to check students' twitter accounts?

They are free to check a public database like a Twtitter feed. If it shows that you were tweeting in violation of school rules they can act on it....

I recently graduated and have since moved home. How do i go about breaking my lease.

Hi, Residential leases are broken all the time for any number of reasons, so this should not be a big deal. First, read the lease and see if...

Laws and reg. for homemade human and animal cleaning products production & distribution in the local area. small buisness.

Hi, Not really the kind of question here that is likely to engender a response because it is not really a legal question but more of a general...

Can a company hold a person in a contract for 8 years...

Hi, We have dealt with some of these issues in the past. My colleague is correct that no one can force you to work. The question is if you...

Hi, I agree with my colleague here. If you are expected to present a contract for this transaction you are of course advised to have a...

What kind of lawyer would I need if a game maker plagiarized my original story to make a popular video game?

Hi, The first step is for a lawyer to conduct a "substantial similarity" test, which is how copyright infringement is typically measured. Once...

I would like to feature sports team logos and names on a kitchen items. Who do I have to get approval from to do so?

Hi, There is no one answer to your question as you are probably aware. Each licensor entity will have their own process and procedure, fees,...

How do I get permission to use copywrited material for a T-shirt business?

Hi, I would add that hiring a lawyer to pursue permission would be a luxury of sorts. That is, much of that process is more leg work than legal...