I want my $9,000 returned which was paid to a person to purchase materials for repairs to my home. He never started the work.

This is a difficult situation. I am not familiar with Arkansas law, but I have a few ideas: First, does your state have a Construction...

I hired a LLC to do bimonthly yard work, but with no contract. The owner of the LLC was paid an extra $20.00 to drive my truck

The lack of a contract is not a factor here. Generally, an auto insurance policy follows the car/truck it insures. In this case, it is your...

What if your payroll check doesn't clear?

Every state has its own wage and hour laws. Since I practice in Oregon, I don't know Michigan's wage and hour laws. I can answer your question...

There are many companies that serve as registered agents for other companies. I suggest you look for companies that have been in the business for...

Is it possible for me to start off as a sole proprietor and work my way up the business structure scale?

The boiled-down answer to your questions is yes, you can start as a sole proprietor and later incorporate. My more complete answer, however, is...

How do I address a company who has not delivered a service I have paid for in full within 5 months?

Generally, when you enter a consumer contract for services, the service provider must deliver the service within the time allotted in the contract...

Can i as a wife refuse a deposition?

I agree with Mr. Gold, Mr. Rothstein, and Mr. Cameron. I'll add that, at least here in Oregon, there is a mechanism whereby you, mostly likely...

Do I need a Small Business License to sell paintings?

I don't have a great answer for you, but I'll try to get you started. If you are selling in Multnomah County or Portland, you may need a...

Attorney finally withdrew from case. Now has unspecified lien on case. Can this be done?

I agree with the other attorneys, at least from an Oregon perspective. The withdrawing attorney should tell you what lien amount, if any, he is...

If the insurance company gives me money to fix my car after someone hits it,

In Oregon -- and I suspect New York is the same although I am not certain -- you would not be required to fix your car. If there is a...