Questions answered by Toni Y. Long

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Would it be okay to write and publish a book with a literary agent and through a publisher while on F1 or H1B status?

Toni's answer | Answered on August 10, 2019

I moved this to Immigration because that is the focus of this inquiry.

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Will I get into any legal trouble if I use the pseudonym Alan Smithee for a stand up gig?

Toni's answer | Answered on August 10, 2019

The short answer is no. However, that could change depending on what you plan to do with the name. Given that it's for a stand up routine, the...

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Ebay is illegitimately charging sales tax. What are your thoughts in general, or on a class action ?

Toni's answer | Answered on August 10, 2019

If you're not in CA, then why does the post note that you are? Ebay has ignored this likely because there is no issue. Most states charge sales...

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Can I sell online under a different name ('Brand") than the actual business name?

Toni's answer | Answered on August 10, 2019

This is fine. I would suggest that you file a fictitious business name statement in the county where your business is located. So, your name...

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Can an employer tell you to clock out but stay local so you can clock back in when business picks back up?

Toni's answer | Answered on August 10, 2019

I agree with Neil. This is unlawful and you and your coworkers should consult an employment attorney and/or report this to the California Labor...

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How do I get a personal income tax lien that was filed in 1993 released?

Toni's answer | Answered on August 10, 2019

I moved this to tax because it's not a question re incorporation. You should speak with a tax attorney to have this issue addressed or appeal the...

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Is handy pro allowed to work the workers for hours with no breaks and deduct too much money basically stealing from people

Toni's answer | Answered on August 10, 2019

I agree with Neil. We need more facts. If you are improperly classified as an independent contractor, you can file a claim with the labor...

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2013 lease default after 1st couple of months. Stored in Garage ever since.

Toni's answer | Answered on August 10, 2019

No idea. A similar question was asked on Avvo a few years ago. ...

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What should I do??

Toni's answer | Answered on August 10, 2019

Not sure about the law in your area but a report should be made based solely on what you have observed, no emotions, just facts, to Child...

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To what extent can employer prohibit employee from work related discussion with spouse?

Toni's answer | Answered on August 07, 2019

If you signed an agreement and it contained a broad confidentiality provision which included spouses, you have to honor that. Regarding the...

Toni Y. Long's Answers (550)

Would it be okay to write and publish a book with a literary agent and through a publisher while on F1 or H1B status?

Will I get into any legal trouble if I use the pseudonym Alan Smithee for a stand up gig?

Ebay is illegitimately charging sales tax. What are your thoughts in general, or on a class action ?

Can I sell online under a different name ('Brand") than the actual business name?

Can an employer tell you to clock out but stay local so you can clock back in when business picks back up?

How do I get a personal income tax lien that was filed in 1993 released?

Is handy pro allowed to work the workers for hours with no breaks and deduct too much money basically stealing from people

2013 lease default after 1st couple of months. Stored in Garage ever since.

What should I do??

To what extent can employer prohibit employee from work related discussion with spouse?