First, there are two major questions that must be asked first: 1. Did you participate in an arbitration or mediation? 2. Was the arbitration or...

First, as to California, the Rule of Civil Procedure specifically covers such situation in Rule 1282.4. The rule may permit an out of state...

Financial advisor in the securities industry..

I agree with my colleague - if you are in the securities industry, the claim against you and any counterclaim or defenses will be handled with one...

I am in the financial services area for work and I recently switched companies and relocated my family to the city where my new

I agree with my colleague - if you are in the securities industry, the claim against you and any counterclaim or defenses will be handled with one...

I'd like to please know the legal parameters a company needs to follow in order to collect funds from individuals to invest.

I agree with my colleague. Your question brings up potential securities issues, including both the federal laws (Securities Act of 1933, Securities...

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Can an arbitrator award be overturned or vacated in jacksonville

My colleague in Florida is correct - in binding arbitration, motions to vacate are rarely granted. Due to the very limited statutory scheme for...

I NEED ADVISE ON SIGNING A LEASE TO DRILL FOR OIL AND GAS ON MY GREATGRANDMOTHERS PROPERTY!!

There could be any number or reasons, including but not limited to, the termination of the original lease, you are subject to forced or compulsory...

Is private poker dealer illegal in WA state? what about cali?

Gambling in Washington is illegal unless the activity is specifically authorized by state law (Washington State Constitution, Article II Section...

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Can I be leagally bound to a lease I signed when the property is sold to another investment group?

A change in the landlord usually does not terminate the lease or provide the tenant a right of termination of a residential lease. You would need...

What is the process involved in filing arbitration against my broker-dealer employer?

Unless the matter is an employment discrimination matter (see FINRA Rule 13201), all disputes between members (included associated persons, i.e....