How can I protect my company when hiring foreign contractors?

You can have them sign an employment contract that contains confidentiality clauses, non solicit, clause, etc. You can make the governing law and...

What lawyer should I use for my situation?

You can have an attorney write a cease and desist letter and ask for damages. This is a misappropriation of likeness claim. A full consultation...

We are behind on CAM charges, not rent. Can the landlord keep all of our dental equipment and rent to another dentist?

What does your Lease say? A full consultation would be necessary to properly advise you. I am a real estate broker in addition to being an...

Attorney fees

Based on the limited information you have provided, yes, it appears that they would recover attorney's fees. A full consultation would be necessary...

It's certainly legal. However, for liability purposes, you may want to consider getting separate entities. If you don't, you should at least have...

How do I change my business ownership from a partnership?

You would need to amend your governing documents, which depends on what type of entity you have. For example, for an LLC, you would have an...

Can I renew my lease agreement on a year to year basis.? or any other term?

What does your lease say about the renewal? Have you talked to the landlord about this? A full consultation would be necessary to properly...

Who do I sue realtor or franchise firm or both?

You can sue the agent and broker. A full consultation would be necessary to properly advise you. I am a real estate broker in addition to being...

You can certainly dissolve your LLC. However, whether or not the LL will go after your personal assets depends on what the Lease says and what the...

How can I offer equity (or promise of equity) to an employee when the startup isn't incorporated yet?

I would incorporate first, and then equity can be issued. A full consultation would be necessary to properly advise you.