Questions answered by James J. Ruggiero Jr.

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Can a business creditor sue me for a debt without first giving me fair notice in writing?

James's answer | Answered on April 29, 2013

It is important to review the terms of your property settlement agreement. Your ex m ay have to indemnify you in this lawsuit. I suggest contacting...

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Do I need a business license?

James's answer | Answered on April 29, 2013

You would need a contract with the online stores. You may need a business license depending on your local laws.

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Business laws

James's answer | Answered on April 29, 2013

It depends on where the business is located. Various townships have different requirements. You should check with your local government regarding...

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Business laws

James's answer | Answered on April 29, 2013

You do not need a license in order to be a sole proprietor. The other attorneys are correct. you need to check with your local township ordinances...

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Can I pay myself for helping with my father even though he lives in assisted living? It is paid entirely by him. I am on his

James's answer | Answered on April 29, 2013

I agree with the others and recommend executing a caregiver's agreement to document the type of help you provide your father and how you are to be...

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On 4/15/13 an attorney signed my signature on my tax 1040 and mailed it to the IRS. Isn't that illegal?

James's answer | Answered on April 29, 2013

We need more facts about what was signed. It may have been improper but did you authorize him in advance to sign on your behalf? Was it an...

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If an individual in Penn. loses a lawsuit and his assets are in his wife's name, can those funds be taken to fund the suit.?

James's answer | Answered on April 29, 2013

Not unless the money was fraudulently transferred into the account. The money would be unavailable if it was legitimately in wife's name alone.

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Probate question about bank accounts and safe deposit boxes.

James's answer | Answered on April 29, 2013

The money will stay there until someone takes action. It will escheat to the Commonwealth if it lies in a dormant account for too many years.

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Last parent died 2wks ago in care home. sister is executor of will. she won't talk 2 me. i'd like personal items & to read will

James's answer | Answered on April 29, 2013

Please consult a local probate attorney. You might need a New Jersey attorney to help you force the probate of a will or you can apply to be...

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Need help making Executor of will execute will honestly.

James's answer | Answered on April 29, 2013

You may hire your own experienced probate attorney and seek a formal accounting of the executor's actions undertaken during the administration...

James J. Ruggiero Jr.'s Answers (92)

Can a business creditor sue me for a debt without first giving me fair notice in writing?

Do I need a business license?

Business laws

Business laws

Can I pay myself for helping with my father even though he lives in assisted living? It is paid entirely by him. I am on his

On 4/15/13 an attorney signed my signature on my tax 1040 and mailed it to the IRS. Isn't that illegal?

If an individual in Penn. loses a lawsuit and his assets are in his wife's name, can those funds be taken to fund the suit.?

Probate question about bank accounts and safe deposit boxes.

Last parent died 2wks ago in care home. sister is executor of will. she won't talk 2 me. i'd like personal items & to read will

Need help making Executor of will execute will honestly.