Is non-compete clause valid?

Depending on the industry you're in, there may be some issues as to its enforceability. Namely, if you are a FINRA registrant, there can be some...

Assuming you are in the US and haven't overstayed in the US, you should be able to apply for EB-5. Even if you're outside of the US, you may well...

Do we need a gold broker's license?

You may well be violating the Commodity Exchange Act by engaging in brokerage or sales activity of precious metals in this manner. The CFTC has...

Can an applicant transfer to another Eb5 regional center while I-526 pending?

If you have some reason to believe that your investment in the regional center will not be able to show the requisite job creation, you may...

Can we obtain financial transaction info from deceased family member to ensure no illegal withdrawls were made (401K & bank acct

Whomever is engaged to manage the estate should request this information from the 401(k) provider. You may need to hire a Rhode Island attorney to...

Which court has jurisdiction ?

Much will depend on the type of action in court you wish to file. You may wish to file a shareholder derivative suit in Wyoming to invoke WY law. ...

The law of the state of incorporation applies to corporate matters. Being qualified in a state means that you can transact business in that state...

What can I do about asking the city to pay for damage to my home caused by them not fixing a sewer issue

You need to make sure you have the correct parties if you're going to file a lawsuit. The City of Memphis may well be a party, but it may well be...

When is it recommended to take mandamus action against the USCIS? Is it prudent? Is your experience positive with such approach?

There is a well-known and documented backlog of I-526 processing for EB-5 investors at USCIS, but 24 months seems like a very long time. While a...

You will need to speak with an attorney experienced in commodities/futures regulations for further guidance specific to your product. The NFA and...