What constitutes "Friends" and "Family" for the purposes of investing in an established business?

There is no formal "friends and family" exemption to the state and federal securities laws. In CA, they have Section 25102(f) of the California...

2 years and now the landlord is backing out on rent-to-own verbal agreement with "papers drawing up". What is my family to do?

I wish you had talked to an attorney before you paid a dime. Your facts are somewhat unclear. Does this involve real property or are we talking...

Do I need to file a formal LLC if we are only in "start-up mode" OR can I create a simple operating agreement and have all sign?

Forming an entity in Colorado is so cheap ($50) that it makes little sense to not pay this now. You really are best off speaking with an...

Has the Communication Decency Act been misinterpreted in a vacuum?

If you want an attorney to file suit, use the Find a Lawyer button above or contact your local bar association referral program.

How do I legally have someone who owns 50% of a company removed who does not follow the contracts rules?

Please, hire a local business attorney and have that attorney advise the business and draft the partnership agreement before you start. That...

I am in a corporation that is divided into 3 partners, 45%/45%10%. I own a 45% share. Can I get a cease and desist. I've left.

The only way to end that company is by agreement or court order. I doubt the court would order dissolution merely because you left and don't want...

Please explain what the ramifications are to objecting to a deposition question on the basis that the question is not relevant..

In a deposition, this is not a remotely viable objection. Moreover, you will have to answer the question even if you make the bogus objection. If...

After 6+ years of employment I'm asked to sign a non compete agreement by two business days.

Mr. Leroi did a great job in highlighting the relevant issues. You need to speak with a local attorney to quickly review this and advise you. There...

Can a new buyer of a shopping center kick me out if I have a signed contract good for 5 years and I have not violated any terms?

You need a local attorney with commercial lease experience. The time it would take to review the lease, get more facts, and advise you would be...

Their rights are in your loan documents. You can pretty much guarantee those terms provide that they can refuse partial payments and demand payment...