Can I name my business XXXX inc. without filing the articles?

Under the California Corporations Code, only a corporation can have the words "Inc.," "Incorporated," "Ltd.," or "Corporation" in its name. ...

I am not aware of any specific state license requirement for a book publisher in California. However, you will need a city business license in...

Corporate dilemma

Unless you have completely mishandled the coproration, it is very unlikely that the state will pursue you personally. It is pretty clearly a...

Can I file a suit against a business that ruined my laptop after I took it in for a simple repair?

Sue them in small claims court--up to $5,000 if one party is a business in California, $7,500 if both parties are individuals. Don't forget to...

We have 2 DBA & want to combine them into 1 INC & use 3 business names but in case of lawsuit want to be protected under INC

You may do refile the DBAs under a new corporation or LLC with no problem as long as there are not licensing issues with a regulatory authority...

Own a metals/minerals import-export trading business. Expect high profits. LLC, or S-corp? in a business with only one member?

Generally, either and LLC or Corp will prtect you from personal liability for company liabilities. I recommend consulting your tax advisor and...

You may gain some leverage by reporting the violation fo the stay to the Chapter 7 Trustee, especially if the creditor is attempting to collect at...