I want to start an import/export business for tobacco products. My seller is in India and the buyer will be in the USA. I will oversee payments, product delivery, and communication. What is the step-by-step process to obtain the necessary licenses, and should I use the seller's business name or my own, and should the buyer/seller open a business bank account in the US?

August 26th, 2023

I have been represented by a law firm in Florida for an asbestos-related case. Over the years, I have received some compensation. They are now flying people to Florida to give depositions in this class action lawsuit. My question is, are the people giving the depositions the only ones getting the final compensation, and if so, can I demand to give a deposition due to the fact that my lungs are much worse, and I am on oxygen every day?

May 12th, 2024

How can a plaintiff obtain the 1099 forms filed by a defendant for labor costs paid to doctors, given that the 1120S tax filing does not indicate to whom the labor costs were paid?

March 21st, 2023

I've experienced a change in income status and am considering returning my vehicle and modular home to the bank or filing for bankruptcy. What are the implications of these actions, and could I potentially keep a new vehicle if I were to file for bankruptcy?

November 11th, 2024

I live in Texas and received an in-depth 48-question American Community Survey census form. I am concerned about which pieces of information are required by law for me to fill out, as some questions are very personal. If all questions are mandatory, what is the maximum fine they can levy for not completing the survey?

November 9th, 2023