Would I be in violation of any non-compete clause by heir's if I created my own, but similar product from scratch?

Restrictive covenants cannot bind people who are not parties. You should show that document to an attorney to be sure, but my beer is that you are...

What if anything can we do to keep the state of California from taking the house in reference to Medi-cal health insurance?

The best time to have done something was more than 5 years ago. The next best time is now. Medicaid liens are federal but the federal government...

Negotiable instruments, such as checks, have their own area of law. Guessing from law school many years ago, you probably will have to pay money...

Does the former employee's actions constitute a crime under California or Federal law? If so, what are the applicable statutes?

There may be a claim under the federal lanham act for false advertising or confusion. Although not specifically a trademark dispute, trademark...

What should I do

Are you rich? Hire an attorney and fight it. Not so rich? Don't sweat it. People are pretty accepting of nudity these days. You will live...

Can I use corporate logos on my website, to show from what companies I offer products?

Talk to an trademark attorney. Some companies have an acceptable use policy for their trademarks that may automatically grant you a license for...

What was your agreement? I am assuming your debt was eliminated in the course of the settlement. Are you including the amount of the eliminated...

What is the best means of replacing masculine generic pronouns with gender-inclusive pronouns in approved draft documents?

You should talk with an HOA attorney about these documents. Using even a single word, or a semi-colon rather than a comma, could make a provision...

How does a restraining order work if I have one against me and I work in a bar as a waitress? Can they come there?

Talk to your attorney, but generally a restraining order is not violated if it is the other person who invades your space.

Can I remove him from the partnership since he hasn't contributed the money? And also for his lack of ethical behavior?

You should take your operating agreement to a business attorney so that they can review it and answer your questions. It may be that this person...