Also, check your lease as to the kind of access the LL can have to your unit. AS for missing inventory, you need to be careful in making charges...

Can I have a tenant sign a contract stating that he owes me for back rent and will it be enforceable?

To have a contract be enforceable there needs to be an exchange of consideration. Merely renting to him going forward, may not be sufficient...

I rent a booth at a salon in ca. Can the owner give a verbal 30 day notice in the middle of the month?

You should read your lease to see what it provides as to how notice is to be given. If you do not have a written lease, then you probably have...

My landlord makes us pay quarterly water bills & theres only one meter for 21 apts,our onsite prop.Manager tells me henever paid

You should work with legal counsel. It may be that there is more to it about improper collection of payment for water bills by all of the tenants....

How does an LLC protect a spouse of a business owner if the business debt is personally guaranteed by business owner?

You should seek bankruptcy counsel. It sounds like the wife needs her own lawyer to allow her to protect her own interests. Even if the entity...

Wanting to make Candyland invitations for a themed gathering. Would it be considered trademark or copyright infringement?

As you see from Ms. Vaccaro's answer, it is not such an easy question. When you say, "Candyland themed" are you using the official items to carry...

Transitioning a business after purchase.

I agree with Mr. Shamy's advice. However, I think you should consult with a business attorney sooner rather than later as she/he can help expedite...

Is there a Conflict of Interest/ What are my rights with my family-run business, since I was never officially an 'employee"?

I recommend that you retain a business law attorney. Your situation is complicated and it sounds like there are several entities to be dealt with....

Creditor placed a levy on my account after they were notified of my bankruptcy filing

It is correct that a creditor cannot proceed against a debtor once they file bankruptcy but must go to the court to get a lifting of the stay. I...

I have a non-solicit, non compete agreement in place with my previous employer and I joined another firm.

California is generally not sympathetic to various kinds of non-competes agreements. This is something that your current employer should be...