Hello. My boyfriend is being sued by his partner. The partner provided evidence of investing money into the business and request

A threshold issue is whether the "partner" can, in fact, withdraw and demand a "return of assets." Assuming the owners have not entered into an...

I am a real estate broker who has a question on a client's behalf. . .

Advise your client to seek legal advice directly... for at least two reasons: (1) If you're not an attorney, and you give (or "relay") legal...

There are two reasons you should include the "LLC" on EVERYTHING. (1) Some states prohibit the use of any business name other than the full...

Enforceability of non-competition clause in employment contract?

I practice in NJ, but as I recall, there is a CA statute that prohibits enforcement of non-competes. However, there may be "side door" claims......

I have a contract with my employer that includes a standard arbitration clause but there is one paragraph I want to undertand.

The contract language is less than a model of clarity. It seems to be limiting damages to those specified in the contract and to actual damages....

My friend is being forced to work at a different location of the same company. Company has 3 locations.

Unfortunately for most employees, the general rule of emplyment is: at-will... which means an employer can change any condition of work, at any...

What do I need to know to win an unemployment claim?

Well, it is a matter of state law, so you should seek the advice of local counsel. In some states, a person discharged "for cause" can still...

My company provided service. Recieve payment check and deposted it. 4 days later stop payment placed on check.

The bank charges you incurred seem excessive. You should explore using a different bank, perhaps a commercial bank that more regularly deals with...

Is it three different entities on one commercial lease, legal?

Frankly, your question is a bit unclear. However, I think you're asking whether more than 1 party can sign a lease as a tenant in a commercial...

Can I form a mutual benefit and a public charity by the same name? yet they remain distinct?

In NJ (and I imagine all states), state law will not permit the formation of 2 entities (e.g., LLC, LLP, corp., etc.) in the exact same. However,...