Can I set up a holding company or trust that would legally own a rental property if it has a mortgage?

Setting up an LLC is most likely the better option as trusts commonly have significant costs in creation and maintenance that the LLC wouldn't...

Should I get a Construction Attorney?

This sounds like a terrible situation that is getting worse by the day. I'm certain you're pulling your hair out with frustration. You certainly...

I am one third of a LLC currently showing a $25k loss. If I leave the LLC am I liable for a third of that loss.

Your liability for debts of the company is a question that requires additional information not provided in your question. Anytime a partner wants...

My father owned 27% of a hardware business.I inherited the % of the business. 1 owner ought the other out but will not buy mine.

You describe the type of situation attorneys warn small business partners to avoid by signing a buy-sell agreement. Your father's passing, the...

Can a GC keep your funds on contract to pay for something else?

The complexity of your situation has been well addressed by the other attorneys. I would add only that the invitation to bid provided to you likely...

What is recoverable beyond expenses if it can be demonstrated that a contractor was incompetent?

Generally, in a civil matter such as this, you are only entitled to recover your actual damages. Determining what those are and which of them are...

Your question doesn't provide for a clear cut answer. You don't indicate whether the leak came from the water line or from the dishwasher, although...

A 1/8 owner of an LLC willl not sign ownership over. What are the options?

You will need to confer with an attorney. The question is complex and there is not enough information to provide much guidance. An attorney will...

I got a contractor to do work on my home the insurance company sent the check in my name I gave him a 3147.00 check for

It is commonly included in the contract provisions that excess materials belong to the contractor. An attorney could review the contract to...

I hired someone to paint the siding on my house and we agreed on the rate of $15 per hour plus materials. Once my painter finish

Short answer, Yes, the painter can sue for the remainder. Whether you have a defense is another matter that your question doesn't provide enough...