Questions answered by Merritt J Green

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Is it better to re-form an LLC or form a S-Corp when bringing new partners/investors into my existing company (LLC)?

Merritt's answer | Answered on October 28, 2014

You need to speak with experienced corporate attorney. Depending on type of investors, you may not be able to have S Corporation. Unless unique...

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I have a signed contract with a customer and have not received payment how many notices must I send before starting collections?

Merritt's answer | Answered on October 28, 2014

Unless something in contract, you can start collections anytime you want. If under $5,000.00. you can simply go to small claims court. If under...

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Take legal action for employee joining our client directly

Merritt's answer | Answered on October 28, 2014

Attorneys are not permitted to directly solicit for work through answers. But, if you have valid non-compete/non-solicitation agreements, you...

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I worked for a privately owned repair facility, and out of the blue the so called "owner" told me to hand over my keys, company

Merritt's answer | Answered on October 27, 2014

As set forth in VA Code 40.1-20, "Upon termination of employment an employee shall be paid all wages or salaries due him for work performed prior...

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Bounced check and employer not paying me

Merritt's answer | Answered on October 27, 2014

Look up (via Google or otherwise) Virginia Code § 40.1-29. Time and medium of payment; withholding wages; written statement of earnings; agreement...

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Is it right for my employer to tell me I can not do a job I have been doing for 5 + years because I am blind in one eye

Merritt's answer | Answered on October 27, 2014

Your situation is likely covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) (more than 15 employees) or equivalent state alternative (less than...

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Just resigned from 1099 employment. What can I do to ensure I get paid.

Merritt's answer | Answered on October 24, 2014

There is no such thing as "1099 employment." You were either W2 employee or 1099 contractor. I assume you were 1099 contractor. As such, you...

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Do I have a valid case of my employer violating the EEOC laws?

Merritt's answer | Answered on October 24, 2014

The employer's actions could violate the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or the Genetic Discrimination Act. See this link for more...

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If I move forward with this idea will I be prone to litigation/patent infringement?

Merritt's answer | Answered on October 22, 2014

Agree with other attorneys. Andy Aitken and Cindy Hsu are intellectual property attorneys with General Counsel, P.C. (located in McLean, VA).

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Temp agency says they cant work with me to get a job I am qualified for because they have a relationship with my former employer

Merritt's answer | Answered on October 21, 2014

Do you have non-compete agreement or any other contractual obligation/restriction with former employer? Does temp agency have any sort of similar...

Merritt J Green's Answers (222)

Is it better to re-form an LLC or form a S-Corp when bringing new partners/investors into my existing company (LLC)?

I have a signed contract with a customer and have not received payment how many notices must I send before starting collections?

Take legal action for employee joining our client directly

I worked for a privately owned repair facility, and out of the blue the so called "owner" told me to hand over my keys, company

Bounced check and employer not paying me

Is it right for my employer to tell me I can not do a job I have been doing for 5 + years because I am blind in one eye

Just resigned from 1099 employment. What can I do to ensure I get paid.

Do I have a valid case of my employer violating the EEOC laws?

If I move forward with this idea will I be prone to litigation/patent infringement?

Temp agency says they cant work with me to get a job I am qualified for because they have a relationship with my former employer