Questions answered by John Warwick Caldwell

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Am selling my summer business. Buyer has certain conditions I don't know how to respond to.

John's answer | Answered on March 11, 2012

Been here, friend. Listen to Mr Martin. This guy must pay up front and sign a non compete in case of default. You need a lawyer, friend

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Is it legal to make a new tag myself and attach it to the designer clothing I sell online?

John's answer | Answered on March 11, 2012

Just so that it is said .... If the "designer" clothes from China are really knock-offs of main line designers ... don't sell them at all.

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Lets say I have a trademark equivalent in form to 7 hour energy boost, Can it be argued that "7 hour" need not be disclaimed?

John's answer | Answered on March 03, 2012

As usual, Gerry's answer is right on point. I have to say that I am very concerned that you seem to wish to adopt an intentionally misleading...

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What are considerations in organizing two identically-named companies in different states with some overlapping shareholders?

John's answer | Answered on March 03, 2012

Been there, friend. Do not name them the same! Try. Barfco Texas and Barfco Nebraska or some such.

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Can a director of a tour force me to upgrade to a private room 6 weeks before a trip leaves after 2 years?

John's answer | Answered on March 03, 2012

Sometimes, one's parish priest ... I gather this was church organized, is far better at resolution than any judge.

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How do i recover my money or my trailer?

John's answer | Answered on March 03, 2012

Fine friend he is! You might consider calling the officer who had your " friend " sign the paper. See if he can help you out. Cash or...

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If an attorney mislead a client about fees and then sent a bill 2 years later for over $10,000 does the client have any rights?

John's answer | Answered on March 02, 2012

Run, do not walk to a REPUTABLE business lawyer. Do not respond to old counsel directly. Find your new lawyer right on AVVO friend. ...

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Can a Retirement Investment Company say they overpaid you and request reimbursement after 4.75 years?

John's answer | Answered on March 02, 2012

This ought to be a short meeting with an atty. time barred or not. Pay 'em back or tell 'em to pound sand. It ought to be black and white.

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Do i need to obtain permission to publish photos taken of antiquity sculptures in museums?

John's answer | Answered on March 02, 2012

Many museums do not have these rules but carefully control photographing.

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What can be done about the gas rights being sold under our farm in 1946 ? The buyer is passed so do they refer back to us? Pa. ?

John's answer | Answered on March 01, 2012

Partial answer. Find the old gas lease. Check county records if necessary, it was surely recorded. You will need an atty, but the atty will...

John Warwick Caldwell's Answers (307)

Am selling my summer business. Buyer has certain conditions I don't know how to respond to.

Is it legal to make a new tag myself and attach it to the designer clothing I sell online?

Lets say I have a trademark equivalent in form to 7 hour energy boost, Can it be argued that "7 hour" need not be disclaimed?

What are considerations in organizing two identically-named companies in different states with some overlapping shareholders?

Can a director of a tour force me to upgrade to a private room 6 weeks before a trip leaves after 2 years?

How do i recover my money or my trailer?

If an attorney mislead a client about fees and then sent a bill 2 years later for over $10,000 does the client have any rights?

Can a Retirement Investment Company say they overpaid you and request reimbursement after 4.75 years?

Do i need to obtain permission to publish photos taken of antiquity sculptures in museums?

What can be done about the gas rights being sold under our farm in 1946 ? The buyer is passed so do they refer back to us? Pa. ?