A contract I was coerced into signing by CEO of corp was breached. He has since left firm. Is firm or his successor responsible?

It sounds like you'd need to have an attorney review the contract, letter, and discuss the other personal matters that you are referring to figure...

Does NY state require lawyers to obtain a retaining fee?

Depends on your position within the case (plaintiff v defendant), the work involved and the time that will be expended. Every lawyer charges his...

If i put out a lein does that stop the person from working until i get paid

Sounds like you need to sue your boss from the facts your described unless they agree to pay you. I'm assuming he subcontracted it out to you?

Hi, My tenant gave me notice of terminantion but her husband dosent want to leave before the date stated in the agreement.

You should commence an eviction proceeding against your tenants- it seems to me that non-payment would be the quickest method to obtaining your...

What's important to explore in answering your question is the type of business activities you are seeking to engage in (service v. goods), the...

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Is it legal to start a sweepstakes in NYS?

There are registration requirements for sweepstakes in NY and may require the posting of a bond. Federal and state law govern sweepstakes and each...

You'd need to sit down with an attorney to discuss the type of business entity you would like to create, tax implications, employees vs....

Starting an NY LLC with a friend

That's a tricky question. The main concern to have is the type of debt, the purpose of that debt, and any corporate entities that he is a principal...

If I can't take my former landlord to small claims court because he lives out of state, How can I get my deposit back from him?

You can take him to your local civil or district court which deals with amounts less than 25k. Youd have to file a summons and complaint + serve...

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Do I have to pay if my 18 y/o is still in Highschool but does not live with his mother.

It is my belief that you must continue to pay child support to the mother until any modifications are made from the Family Court. All Court Orders...