I've been required to sign an outrageous non compete with an investment group which has bought my place of work.

Do not sign an agreement like this without consulting with a lawyer. Many Will provide you with a free initial consultation. You can do a search...

Insurance claim against me, property damage

Mr. Hoyt has provided you with good analysis. You are likely jointly and severally liable with the other defendants for the whole amount. You...

Is this franchise ripping me off?

There is no way to answer your question without reviewing your franchise documents and discussing the particular facts of your situation in detail....

Do I need to file a civil lawsuit?

Whether a failure to do something on a particular day, followed by an offer to do it shortly thereafter, is a material breach entitling you to...

Did my business agreement turn into a Franchise agreement? A nightmare is unfolding.

It is VERY common for "licenses" to end up as "accidental franchises." The franchise laws are complex, and you may have some rights if the...

A home health nurse borrowed money from me in Dec . 2014. In Jan 2015 made payment of $100 check that bounced what can I do?

You have received good advice regarding filing a small claims suit. Without discussing in detail the specific facts of the circumstances of this...

Hired licensed general contractor and they failed 6 inspections. Work is sloppy - can I withhold final payment.

You are entitled to have all of the issues (like damaged alarm wiring, lawn, etc.) repaired by the contractor, but Florida has a specific statutory...

The paperwork filed with the Missouri Secretary of State for an LLC does not typically identify ANY owners of the LLC. It just identifies the...

Need to change tax election status of LLC

You need to file IRS form 2253. http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f2553.pdf

Non-compete agreements for independent contractors in Florida

Your suspicions that the agreement may either be unenforceable or may make you an employee, instead of an independent contractor may be well...