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Contractor agreement was for a certain price but then I was charged an additional 3% for him choosing to use Square app.
Asked in Philadelphia,  PA Jun. 23, 2020 ,  1 Answers

We signed an agreement for a certain price and then I was charged an additional 3% because he chooses to use the Square application as form of payment. What are my options? Why should I have to pay more for the contractor's choice of method of payment, especially since it was not specifically mentio...

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How do I find an electrician's insurance company if he will not provide it? Damage was done and need to know next steps.
Asked in Philadelphia,  PA Jun. 23, 2020 ,  2 Answers

Electrician performed an electrical service upgrade to 200 Amps without pulling a permit. Also, when approached about damages that he caused to my hardwood floors since he refused to take shoes off or work with booties, he denied liability and just walked off the job, keeping my initial down payment...

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Does it matter if I “quit” or I am “terminated” after being furloughed due to corona virus? My company wants me to quit
Asked in Santee,  CA Jun. 23, 2020 ,  1 Answers

I was laid off due to coronavirus in feb and got a better job during the time off. I was given my estimated start date but I am not going to Return to my original job. My employer is telling employees to resign/quit if they do not want to return. Is either in my best interest? I am enrolled in cobra...

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Would any one have any contact for pro bono lawyers in South Africa (Pretoria) for US citizens
Asked in Brookline,  MA Jun. 22, 2020 ,  1 Answers

One of my US citizen friends is currently in Pretoria and has urgent legal trouble. He has contacted the US consulate for weeks, which at this time is only overwhelmed and has provided no help. thank you...

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Is it legal for dentist office to do this... to say there is no coverage so they can charge cash price, it was COVERED!
Asked in Santa Clarita,  CA Jun. 20, 2020 ,  1 Answers

Told daughter needed braces; but not covered. offered choice of braces & Invisalign. Had planned on braces, couldn’t afford invisalign, they said NO price difference $5,495 braces OR $5,495 Invisalign. Ex’s coworker got braces & it WAS COVERED. Called dentist office, said wasn’t covered. Called insu...

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I am owed wages from my previous employer, instead of paying, they've threatened to kill me, can i sue?
Asked on Jun. 15, 2020 ,  1 Answers

I was getting paid by company check, then started being paid in cash. I asked about it and was threatened with physical harm and when i reported the threats my hours were cut and haven't been paid for my last 5 weeks of work. Each time, I'd call I'd be given excuses and then i started receiving thre...

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I found product patented by someone & HIS supplier already sells it in bulks.is it Legal to buy & sell it on Amazon US?
Asked on Jun. 15, 2020 ,  1 Answers

I will not use trade mark, but the product design itself is patented .. it is sold publicly on AliBaba and it is the same supplier that provides him with it .....

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I purchased my prom dress in full cash, but they said no refunds however it’s been two months since I was supposed to ge
Asked in Alhambra,  CA Jun. 11, 2020 ,  2 Answers

I paid in full cash in March and it was supposed to be picked up my mid March but then everything closed, they now want me to pick it up but prom is over and I was supposed to receive it months ago. How do I get my refund....

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Does Seller of Travel have deceptive business practice in my case? Should I take a legal action? What do I do?
Asked in Irvine,  CA Jun. 10, 2020 ,  1 Answers

I booked a full tour package for my family of 4 members in Jan 2020 for Jun 2020 (to 3 countries in Europe). I paid ~5700$ (50% of total cost) as deposit. The flights got cancelled in Apr 2020 due to COVID 19 by the airline. The Travel Agent withheld that info, didn't notified us about the cancellat...

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What kind of an attorney do I need if there are issues with divorce, fraudulent bankruptcy, property, and business.
Asked in Ephrata,  WA Jun. 04, 2020 ,  2 Answers

He also made me very sick. I have been blocked from seeing any documents. I am in need of a attorney ASAP...

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Can I rebottle a brewery's bulk hand sanitizer into smaller sizes (2oz, 5oz, etc.) and sell to biz's with permission?
Asked in Chapel Hill,  NC May 27, 2020 ,  1 Answers

I talked to a brewery about buying their WHO 80% Alcohol Formula in bulk and selling it to businesses within the triangle area in NC. I want to see what legal issues there may be and how to avoid getting into trouble. My email to the brewery was: "Good morning! I was wondering what your pricing rate...

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Adding a new member to a single-member LLC
Asked in Centreville,  VA May 25, 2020 ,  1 Answers

I established a single-member LLC in California in 2018. Now, I would like to add another member to this LLC by giving him 50% of the ownership. I already received a new EIN from IRS for this two-member LLC. Now the question is what form do I need to file on California State's website? Do I need to ...

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My uncle's company was sued and won by default they have an AQ incorporation and have no assets.
Asked in Chambersburg,  PA May 23, 2020 ,  1 Answers

They were sued on a conctract deposit. The performer arrived but didnt perform due to client not having an inside venue and we had a storm that day. The company was sued for the performer's deposit and he won by default. They set a judgement on bank to garnish but the company is closing what can my ...

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HAS YOUR CALIFORNIA BUSINESS LOST MONEY AS A RESULT OF THE PANDEMIC?
Post On May 22, 2020

You know that the COVID-19 / coronavirus pandemic has caused many small and medium sized business throughout the State of California to lose money. However, what you may not know is that some insurance policies cover these losses. HAS YOUR CALIFORNIA BUSINESS LOST MONEY AS A RESULT OF THE PANDEMIC? ...

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Hello, I am a business owner. I want to know if bankruptcy is an option for me.
Asked in Hinsdale,  IL May 18, 2020 ,  2 Answers

I am a banquet hall business owner. My bank has refused to give me relief on mortgage payments because I was already behind 2 payments due to the increase in property taxes in the county. The bank has filed for foreclosure during covid and intends to appoint a receiver in June 2020. At this point, I...

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Anticipatory Breach of Contract During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Post On May 06, 2020

An anticipatory breach of contract is a breach based on the words or conduct of a party, occurring before performance is actually due under the contract. What can you do to prevent an anticipatory breach contract? Can you file a lawsuit based on an anticipatory breach? What is an Anticipatory Breach...

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What is the risk of filing Chapter 7 as a single owner LLC?
Asked in Louisville,  KY Apr. 30, 2020 ,  3 Answers

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May a Contract Be Forgiven if it Becomes Impossible or Impracticable to Perform During COVID 19?
Post On Apr. 24, 2020

This guide will discuss the defense of impossibility to breach of contract, in the context of the current pandemic. Introduction In the current climate, when businesses are shutting down and economy has come to a staggering halt, many business owners are left wondering whether they are obligated to ...

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Coronavirus / COVID-19 Business Interruption and Loss of Business Income Insurance Claims
Post On Apr. 23, 2020

If your business has been closed, you may immediately consider a business interruption/loss of income claim under your commercial insurance policy. I suggest that you review your commercial insurance policy to check for potential insurance coverage The novel coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic has decimat...

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small business, been forced to close, got a business line of credit, with personal guarantee to help, what if fails
Asked in Portland,  OR Apr. 21, 2020 ,  2 Answers

If the business ends up failing and I have to file Bankruptcy will this new line of credit be able to be included in BK?...

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