Is it legal for my employer to impose a $5 cash fine in the workplace for violating company policy?

I'm not sure, but I will provide a different perspective. It could be legal to fine an employee. A good example of fines being common in the...

My overseas friend would like to buy a gas station in Texas. What advice can I give him since he doesn't have a Social Security?

You should meet with an attorney. Your friend's ownership and your representation shouldn't be a real issue if it is properly organized and...

My brother needs to remove old girlfriend, who is now deceased, from deed of house in order to sell it.

Your brother really needs to speak to an attorney as soon as possible, preferably before any probate of her estate. By record, she would have...

Looking for a lawyer that can handle suits against individuals and corporations. Any suggestions?

Interesting question. You could sell yourself down the river by trying to enforce it. At the same time, the seller was part of the corporation you...

Account Manager with 2 Year No Compete Clause which I did not abide by- 3 years since I have left the company. Need to worry?

Don't worry about it until you are put on notice. Regardless, an attorney would need to review the agreement to see whether and how it is enforceable.

Business Partnership

You quite possibly have a general partnership. I would expect these matters to be discussed and finalized through the termination of your...

I was foreclosed on, the entity failed to file deed/title. It might be still in my name. How may I take possession of my home?

First, hire an attorney. An attorney can assist you in determining who owns the home and what rights you may have. Then, you and the attorney can...

A friend who co-owns a company discovered that her partner has been engaging in illegal business acts. Is she liable too?

Your friend needs to speak with an attorney. There are two ideas being mixed here, which is criminal and civil. Could she be found guilty? I'm not...

Want to protect my stock portfolio against judgment. can I put it in a annuity ?

You really need to speak with an attorney to look at what assets may be at risk. You may be surprised to know some assets may not be at risk. It's...

You have certainly received a lot of good advice. I would like to add one additional caveat. Regardless of whether the will you drafted is legally...