Can i deduct unpaid rent from my tenants deposit?

Yes, you may deduct any amounts owed to you from the security deposit unless you agreed not to. However, you may only deduct amounts currently...

What defines a legal partnership? What rights are for both on Name and or Trademark

No paperwork is filed to create a partnership; it is created as soon as two or more people conduct business together (and don't otherwise form a...

Would it be ok n legal to buy name brand perfumes and colognes in bulk then transfer small amount into small bottles and sell it

No, not without the permission of the manufacturer, which would be very unlikely. If you would like to discuss any issues further, please feel...

Can I put two different types of businesses under one EIN number?

One EIN applies to one entity, just like one SSN applies to one person. You are certainly allowed to add industries, services, etc., but if the...

Sold Used car that failed emissions

Unlikely. As long as you didn't fail to disclose an issue that the buyer could not have discovered, the buyer buys the car at his risk. And...

What would lawfully be considered as intellectual property?

The intellectual property used in the partnership will probably be considered an asset of the partnership absent an agreement dictating...

Tenant without a lease in Georgia.

First, as long as you are living there, you have to pay rent. If you want to notify the landlord that the repairs are not being made and move, you...

My father has unregistered stock in his corporation and wants to gift me part of those shares.

Look to the internal documents of the company to determine how to split up and transfer the shares (assuming your father is even allowed to...

As a small convenience store operator I'm I required by law to accept coupons?

That depends on your agreement, if any, with the coupon provider and/or your franchise agreement. If you would like to discuss any issues...

Not without Heinz's permission. If you would like to discuss any issues further, please feel free to contact my office. My contact information...