Excuses, excuses. Your client is exhibiting all the classic signs of being a deadbeat: having no complaints about the job, but using all possible stalling tactics. Unfortunately, it seems... (more)

Generally, the act of becoming self-employed precludes you from obtaining unemployment benefits. This begins from the date you formed your company precisely because you are now employed--even if... (more)

Did you quit or were you fired? Your query mentions both, and it affects your ability to collect unemployment insurance. Also, your rights can be affected by whether the company followed the proper... (more)

So wise to recognize that your energies are better spent creating your content than handling the details of protecting it. Leave the "protecting" to the professionals (attorneys). You... (more)

Being first to market does not always guarantee that you'll have the leverage you're seeking. Especially if you spend all of your money on getting to market and have none left over to fend off... (more)

Whether you have any rights to protest or challenge the fairness of this transaction can depend on the terms on which the original stock was offered to you. International laws don't necessarily... (more)

Generally, when you leave a company, the tax returns (for the year you depart) should reflect that your ownership was only for a partial year--and that any tax liability should be prorated. The... (more)

When you part company with a contractor, it's sound practice to put the termination in writing. That way, there's a clear date for determining when the contractor's work stopped. It's also an... (more)

Any time you create something that depends on the preexisting work of someone else, you need to tread v-e-r-y carefully. Other people's products may be protected by intellectual property laws, such... (more)

There are several important differences between S Corps and C Corps. First of all, the entities are taxed differently. And, an S Corp has restrictions on the number and identity of its... (more)

If both you and your husband are owning (in addition to running) the business then yes, it's time you looked into a new business form. Both LLCs and corporations will provide you with a limited... (more)

A firm that has received TARP funds is certainly within its rights to terminate an executive officer, as long as there's a sound business rationale behind the decision. However, just as TARP... (more)

In a bankruptcy matter, the trustee has the right (and the responsibility) to review the bankruptcy petition--ensuring that the rights of the debtor (you) and the rights of creditors are fairly... (more)

The law is rather lenient about your rights to take photos, but less so with how you can use and publish the photos you've taken. Generally, if you are using photos for a commercial purpose... (more)

This is an interesting question as many real estate agents are normally treated as independent contractors and not employees with a salary. Before I provide a recommendation, I am wondering if... (more)

Commercial leases usually specify how long you have to wait before you (the tenant) can terminate the lease without penalty due to circumstances (like flood, fire, etc.) that render the space... (more)

The rights of a minority shareholder depend on a number of considerations: 1. The terms of your shareholder’s agreement 2. Your state’s law 3. whether the minority shareholder is being bought... (more)

It would be wonderful to have lifetime job security, wouldn't it? But that's not possible with a not-for-profit organization. Why? Because not-for-profits are governed by a board of directors who... (more)

Because business names are registered on a state-by-state basis, the fact that a company in another state has the same name as yours is usually not a cause for concern. However, you are right... (more)

The answer to whether changing your duties is legal may depend on a couple of factors. Generally, your employment is "at-will". This means you can leave when you choose--but also that... (more)