Questions answered by Howard Eugene Bundy

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Can I lease a business to someone?

Howard's answer | Answered on August 16, 2012

Your inquiry does not have enought information to give you a clear response. If the three businesses use separate spaces on your land (separate...

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If burger king is bought out by a franchise what about the employees banefits and vacation time, it was taken

Howard's answer | Answered on August 13, 2012

I only practice in the State of Washington, but I can tell you that you need to consult with an experienced employment attorney in Florida. The...

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Should I request a copy of a business license and bond from a potential long term houeskeeper up front, or wait until I need it?

Howard's answer | Answered on August 10, 2012

You should definitely require a copy of the license and bond for your files. In addition, it would be a good idea to obtain verification of the...

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Do i still have any right if i signed the franchise agreement which stated that i specifically waive any rights that might

Howard's answer | Answered on August 10, 2012

I do not practice law in Illinois. However, Illinois does have some fairly strong protections for franchisees who live there. You should consult...

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In wash state are the terms inperpetuity too braod to enforce in a non compete agreement involving the sale o a small business

Howard's answer | Answered on August 07, 2012

This is why you consult with a lawyer before you sign a contract such as the one you are talking about. It is probably impossible to answer your...

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I am a sub contractor I did work on a house the home owner paid the general contractor and he did not pay me.

Howard's answer | Answered on August 07, 2012

You need to act quickly. The timelines for protecting yourself are very short. You should immediately consult with a construction lawyer. Be...

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My "best friend" stole my idea . .

Howard's answer | Answered on August 06, 2012

Depending upon what franchise your "best friend" invested in, you may be the lucky one. Your question focuses on your putative partner cutting you...

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I cosigned for a car for some one the are not paying for it iam. How do i get them off of contract

Howard's answer | Answered on August 04, 2012

It sounds like it is not the contract, but the title, that you want the other person off of. You may run into a problem because the contract with...

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What should I do if someone sells me their restaurant and then opens another in a neighboring city with the same name?

Howard's answer | Answered on August 04, 2012

We would need a lot more details in order to give a good answer. You need to consult with a lawyer who is experienced in handling business...

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Is it considered collusion if two competing companies start a business cooperative to protect profit margins?

Howard's answer | Answered on August 04, 2012

Your question raises very serious anti-trust law issues. You absolutely should stop the discussions until after you have consulted with an...

Howard Eugene Bundy's Answers (128)

Can I lease a business to someone?

If burger king is bought out by a franchise what about the employees banefits and vacation time, it was taken

Should I request a copy of a business license and bond from a potential long term houeskeeper up front, or wait until I need it?

Do i still have any right if i signed the franchise agreement which stated that i specifically waive any rights that might

In wash state are the terms inperpetuity too braod to enforce in a non compete agreement involving the sale o a small business

I am a sub contractor I did work on a house the home owner paid the general contractor and he did not pay me.

My "best friend" stole my idea . .

I cosigned for a car for some one the are not paying for it iam. How do i get them off of contract

What should I do if someone sells me their restaurant and then opens another in a neighboring city with the same name?

Is it considered collusion if two competing companies start a business cooperative to protect profit margins?