Limitations of a business agreement regarding a certain business activity, long after the business has failed

Was the agreement in writing? Did it specify a tiimeframe and a geographic area? If not, then it would most likely not be enforceable. If so,...

We gave our daughter money to pay off equity in her home to her ex. What do I need to insure money is returned upon home sale

You would need a real estate lawyer and probably would have to place a mortgage against the property to protect yourself.

Power of Attorney

She does not have to fill it out but she has to sign it in front of a notary public. I suggest you use an attorney to prepare the form. It is not...

Am I at risk of any legal action or problems?

You may have caused damages in the form of emotional distress. Whether is can be a criminal matter or not I am not sure, but there is a such...

Do I have any legal action?

Since you are not their landlord you should have no responsibility to the tenants. However, depending on how title is held to the property you may...

It seems to me that you should have your own representation. While one attorney can handle the contract and closing, it would make sense for you to...

Can the city cite/fine me for an allegedly encroaching backyard fence?

The city will probably not get involved in this situation as it is a civil matter. You can have a surveyor come to your property and stake out the...

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Should I apply for a duplicate title for a car I sold one month ago?

This does not pass the smell test. Tom is the legal owner of the car. I would recommend that you do not apply for a duplicate title and that you...

Should I have an LLC or Corp to complete contract work as an individual in real estate in New York?

A corporation would have cost less to form as there is no need for publication but both accomplish the same thing as far as protecting your...

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Do I have recourse when a home inspection's conclusions were faulty?

The home inspector likely has a clause in his contract that limits his liability to $1,000.00 and then only for limited items. Things like...