Generally, a business contract will be binding as long as both parties agree to it. The notary/witnesses help in case one party later decides...

If a partner violates an agreement, including a noncompete and gives away trade secrets can I sue for damages?

It sounds like you may have a valid breach of contract claim. You should find a local attorney to speak with directly to determine if you have a...

I have been doing psychotherapy as a sole proprietor in NJ.Should I be an LLC or PC? Was advised to change. Which is correct?

I agree with Mr. Nachbar. You should seek the advice of a CPA or tax/business attorney. The entity will not protect you from your own...

How doe a payment increase on a lease work?

Generally the notice period refers to the time before the rent increase goes into effect. So if the rent increase is to go into effect at the end...

New business name under an existing LLC

Your question is incomplete. However, you can generally transact business under a different name by filing a tradename with the state. Another...

I was selling my house with a owner finance contract. Now my buyers want to end the contract.

Best advice - hire a local real estate attorney to draft something. Something of this nature shouldn't take more than a couple of hours for an...

My home was sold at Trust Auction California, now the purchaser offered me $750 to leave 10 days. Why and Do I have more time

The purchaser likely offered you the money so that he/she would not have to go through the eviction process. By offering you the $750, they get...

My parents have joint bank accounts - If one of the passes away - is the account frozen? They live in New York State.

Most joint bank accounts carry rights of survivorship, which means that your mother would be able to continue to access the account if your father...

You should use an executor's deed to transfer the property out of the estate and into the names of the beneficiaries. It sounds as if you are not...

If you form an LLC you will still be liable for your own negligent, fraudulent, and illegal acts. Forming an LLC may be appropriate if you are...