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What're the repercussions of not complying with the NYS publication requirement for new LLCs?

Robert's answer | Answered on February 20, 2015

You will likely also have substantial tax issues to handle, as I don't believe NYS Taxation will issue your LLC an ID # without having your...

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We opened a company in Delaware, now we want to make an amendment to the stocks.

Robert's answer | Answered on February 20, 2015

Hire counsel in the US to amend your documents.

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Is there any remedy to me if broker has wiped my money in futures and options. He e-mailed me contracts but I did not see them

Robert's answer | Answered on February 19, 2015

I note your address is in Florida (or perhaps you are in Australia when you found "Sydney"). If this is indeed the case, there are several...

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Securities and Investment Fraud by stock promoter in a pump and dump scheme.

Robert's answer | Answered on February 19, 2015

As others have suggested, you likely have breach of contract and both state/federal securities laws claims. You likely also have claims for...

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Is it possible for me to claim that my resignation was involuntary/under duress, so that I can pursue a breach of contract claim

Robert's answer | Answered on February 12, 2015

The good news is that you have a contract for a set term, but of course an attorney will have review to ascertain the obligations of both parties...

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Do I need a litigation lawyer for potential mismanagement of my financial accounts?

Robert's answer | Answered on February 10, 2015

Whatever you do, do not try and settle the matter on your own. Contact a securities arbitration attorney who, in conjunction with an expert, can...

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Can I get any of my money back, after a stock brokerage company lost 99.5% (around 60,000 USD) of my money ?

Robert's answer | Answered on February 10, 2015

You have a tough case in my opinion if the account was "non-discretionary," meaning that the trades were made with your knowledge and...

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How should contract language be structured to determine stock valuation in New York?

Robert's answer | Answered on February 10, 2015

No right answer for this, as you can create different classes of stock that have different rights, dividends, etc. that can be valued differently.

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Income tax for non U.S. resident

Robert's answer | Answered on February 09, 2015

If you are conducting business in the US and deriving income from US activity, you need to pay US taxes on your US income. The question is really...

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My brother with Moms broker, changed her Will in Nov when she was ill, took her trust paperwork, she doesn't remember signing.

Robert's answer | Answered on February 03, 2015

You may wish to consult with a securities attorney on this. Given that the broker is FINRA registered, there would be an obligation to arbitrate...

Robert V Cornish Jr.'s Answers (2879)

What're the repercussions of not complying with the NYS publication requirement for new LLCs?

We opened a company in Delaware, now we want to make an amendment to the stocks.

Is there any remedy to me if broker has wiped my money in futures and options. He e-mailed me contracts but I did not see them

Securities and Investment Fraud by stock promoter in a pump and dump scheme.

Is it possible for me to claim that my resignation was involuntary/under duress, so that I can pursue a breach of contract claim

Do I need a litigation lawyer for potential mismanagement of my financial accounts?

Can I get any of my money back, after a stock brokerage company lost 99.5% (around 60,000 USD) of my money ?

How should contract language be structured to determine stock valuation in New York?

Income tax for non U.S. resident

My brother with Moms broker, changed her Will in Nov when she was ill, took her trust paperwork, she doesn't remember signing.