Is it illegal discrimination for a physician to refuse a new patient for no show appointment?

I agree with my colleagues: A physician can refuse to accept a new patient for any non-discriminatory reason. Failure to show up for an...

Does lack of ticket sales qualify as "force majeure" when canceling an event? As relates to paying contracted instructors.

I agree with Attorney Doland: Lack if ticket sales is not a force majeure - it is an unsuccessful business venture.

What do i have to do to get my money back please?

This appears to be the type of matter for which small claims court was designed. The cost is low, and you don't need a lawyer.

How much should incorporation cost? What legal structure should we use?

I agree with my colleagues that definitive answers to your questions will require consultation with a lawyer (and a tax advisor). You might find...

Getting paid for work done last year with promises of payment, but no contract...

I agree with my colleagues: This is the type of matter for which small claims court was designed.

See details for wording in agreement - does this mean if I leave before 12 months I can still work in this field?

As my colleague noted, a lawyer would need to review the entire agreement, in the context of applicable law, to advise you concerning the effect of...

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Using a URL in an email that falsely claims professional status

It is difficult to see how a URL, by itself, could constitute fraud. Have you suffered a loss as a result of the individual's actions? if so,...

I live in NJ--emails I sent to a man in MD were stolen from his phone by his wife. Can I press charges/get them back from her?

Once you sent emails, they were out of your possession and control. Absent violation of express non-disclosure obligations (which, it appears,...

Is it legal for a bank to deny me a home equity loan if I have about 1OOK equity because of other factors?

Based on the information provided, the bank's decision is within the mainstream and in accordance with applicable laws.

My father spent all my tax return money without telling me is that illegal?

It appears that the two of you have interpersonal problems that go well beyond the legal issues that you have raised. Perhaps the two of you would...