I sold half of my business to another hairstylist 2 months ago. Now my landlord is not renewing my lease.

You have not provided much information about the business or the purchase transaction (form of business entity, contents of the purchase agreement,...

Do I need to qualify to do business in CA?

As is explained in the post at the link below, the test is whether the business is entering into "repeated and successive transactions" within the...

H4 visa holder, No SSN, only have ITIN. Is it legel to start a direct sales business like Amway?

The H-4 visa holder is not permitted to work in the U.S. - thus issuance of an ITIN rather than SSN.

I'm currently receiving medicare and other health help from the government - my girl friend me to start a company for her.

I'm sorry that the following is not a direct answer to your question. However, it addresses what I see as the most fundamental issue in the facts...

How can I avoid being a plaintiff, when my licensee enforces my patent?

It is not possible to provide definitive guidance based solely on the information provided. For example, a licensor's choices are likely to...

What are all the buyout agreement options for a LLC?

The issue you have raised is quite complicated. As I will discuss further below, it is not realistic to expect anyone - especially on an online...

Individual starts a sole proprieter small business in Santa Clara county. Intention is to convert sole to LLC once cash flows.

I typically advise the following: 1. Discuss your personal financial situation, and the projected financial performance of the business, with an...

Am I held accountable for the car rental accident of an unauthorized driver?

The prudent, realistic assumption is that everyone involved - i.e., your and your friend - and their respective insurers will be responsible...

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What's the best agreement/contract form to transfer shares from one co-founder to another in a future date?

I agree with my colleagues: - There is no ready-made form of agreement that will provide what you need. - If you don't have a lawyer guide you...

What's the best way to protect a business method and idea in the U.S. ?

Short answer: - A business method potentially can be protected by a patent. - A mere idea cannot be protected. A detailed analysis is not...