How do we get further information about the shares? (beyond writing to the transfer agent)

The presumption tat the shares would escheat to the State is likely untrue. You should contact Legacy Company #1 to assert claim for shares, with...

How can elected officers of a MA non-profit incorporation be removed from office if there are no provisions in the bylaws?

If there are no provisions in the By-Laws, the next step is to review the MA not-for-profit corporation law to see if there are removal procedures...

You should bring the issues to the attention of any officers or directors who are not suspected of complicity in any alleged malfeasance. They have...

We served XYZ Burgers. Their name changed to XYZ Burgers LLC one year later. Since the names changed, can they file res judicata

Your facts are unclear. You appear to be asking whether a cause of action against a business applies to a successor business in a different...

We served XYZ Burgers. Their name changed to XYZ Burgers LLC one year later. Since the names changed, can they file res judicata

Your facts are unclear. You appear to be asking whether a cause of action against a business applies to a successor business in a different...

What license/permit do I need to become an independent contractor driver to transport people in Gainesville?

You should retain a local Florida Business Attorney to ascertain what licenses and permits are required. You may need a special driver's license...

How can I invest in a company, in return for equity, without being an "owner" or "shareholder?"

Just make the investment through an LLC or corporation or other entity that you set up. The exact structure will depend upon the structure of the...

How can I best shield the income from the new company from personal creditors?

You can start a new business as an LLC or corporation and its profits will not be subject to the claims of your personal creditors. However, you...

Does an LLC need to foreign qualify in each state that it films in?

You need to detail the activities in each State to determine whether it rises to the level of doing business in the State, which would require...

Can I pay promissory note payments to the seller as a business expense avoiding tax implications?

It sounds like the purchase was made by you, not the company, so that the promissory note is your obligation. The payments need to be made by you...