My mother put $150, 00 into a franchise business. she hired a lawyer. there was contract but she didn't end up signing it

I noticed that you are in CA. You may want to contact the CA Attorney General's office that handles franchise complaints. You may find free...

If an employee from my business states false legal information on a public review site be hel accountable?

The employee might be able to be sued for libel. Libel is the written defamation of someone's (including a corporation or limited liability...

The requirements of the Landlord to any retail tenant are governed by statute if it regards health issues and by the lease otherwise. If the lack...

Are there any circumstances where a 1099 employee can collect partial unemployment?

The IRS gives guidance to the answer to this question. Here is their definition: "Facts that provide evidence of the degree of control and...

What would I have to do to start this kind of website, legally?

You should definitely have a disclaimer on your website, although the one you suggested is not thorough enough, in my opinion. Some other legal...

LLC vs sole proprietorship. What is the best direction?

I would strongly recommend from a liability perspective that anyone operating a bed and breakfast in any state operate the business under a...

Can a management company keep collected rent to cover the cost of repairs?

Your question requires more information. The answer to your question most likely lies in the contract you signed with the management company and...

Can I sue my master franchiser

You have not posted enough information in your question to provide you with an answer. Have you tried complaining directly to the franchisor (the...

Is the license I am given to review a disguised franchise?

From the little bit of information provided it sounds like a franchise, which would violate the FTC Franchise Rule and NY franchise law. The issue...

What makes the license a franchise in disguise?

You have received some good basic franchise law answers. One missing element not mentioned is the trademark issue. Under the Lanham Act, which...