I'm a 1099, when let go the company is withholding my commission for a period of 60 days is this legal?

First, I edited the practice area, so you can hear from more employment lawyers. Second, you may actually be an employee, but misclassified as...

Can a friend with whom I discussed business ideas for several months sue me if I start a business using some of the ideas?

Your friend might later claim that you were partners or a joint venture. Alternatively, your friend might later claim that there was an oral...

I need to know the statute of imitations on late fees for rent in los angeles, ca.

If the lease requires payment of late fees, then you are obligated to pay them if they are not an unenforceable penalty. The proposed late fee may...

My question pertains to the Percentages of Ownership.

The percentages of ownership are highly subjective. You should speak off line with a lawyer who can represent the business only and be a fair...

Yes. A tenant can be evicted for creating a nuisance. You need to serve a 3 day notice to cure or quit. You should also gather as much...

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Need advice since the producer tried to contact us regarding a movie they are making about a family member.

I completely agree with my colleague's excellent answer. You need an entertainment lawyer to assist from the very beginning. Any potential...

A brand new car that was purchased by my friend for me got hit. it was barely a week.

I agree with my colleague's excellent answer. I respond to emphasis that you should immediately tender the claim to your insurance company. You...

Do I have a case against my employer?

Probably not. Apparently, the situation has stopped. HR is not obligated to tell you whether or not the subordinate was disciplined. Finally,...

Is it legal to charge a late fee on rent if it's under three days late for a business?

The proposed late of more than ten percent (10%) of the rental amount may be an unenforceable penalty. When it would be difficult to figure out...

Can I ask for new carpet after 8 yrs of living here...when I moved in the carpet was old and worn out and now its lifting....

In the absence of special local requirements such as West Hollywood Municipal Sec. 17.56.010, landlords are not required to replace ugly carpet or...