Is a non-compete agreement upheld if I resign after one week of employment and do not cash my first paycheck?

This depends on the provisions in your employment contract, if any, your non-compete agreement, and the circumstances surrounding your resignation....

Foundation Repair contractor will not complete work, unless additional fees are collected.

This depends on the language of your original contract and whether the contractor has encountered unknown conditions in performing the work. The...

"shall not... be employed in a business...."Is contracting or volunteering the same as be employed in a non-compete agreement?

Whether your non-compete prohibits you from making your design work available to other arts organizations depends on the language in your...

Can I get a trademark for my business?

You can register a trademark and/or trade name for your online business with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (the "USPTO"). The USPTO has...

Starting a Corporation- How to deal with remaining common stocks and when shall the stockholders agreement get signed?

I generally agree with the other answers. However, the idea of having a "non-voting director" should be carefully considered. I recommend that you...

How is it possible for a law in one state to impact the formation of businesses located in all of the other states?

Generally, the incorporation laws of the state in which the business is incorporated govern the formation of the business. However, every state in...

There are several factors to be weighed in your decision. Generally, I agree that it is a good idea to structure your businesses to provide the...

Is there a release form I can use for a non-employee to come to our place of business and do some work?

There are several risks your company takes in allowing a "non-employee" to work for you "to gain knowledge only". Because you don't consider the...

I signed a contract to lease a building to use for my business, the city closed the building. can I Cancel the contract

Your recourse depends on the terms of your lease. Most commercial leases contain a clause addressing the responsibilities of the landlord and...

I own a resale shop and agreed to do a consignment deal with a couple, which has resulted in nothing but problems.

The answer to your question depends on the facts surrounding your's and your partner's relationship with the referenced couple. In Texas, it is...