A contractor I hired set up a number of sub-contracts with individuals- over 500 of them- each of whom received a background check to make sure they were OK to work in a very public program. We discovered that Guy A had a different person (Guy B) fill out all the paperwork to participate. The contract is in Guy B's name, with all his information except the phone number for Guy A. We accepted Guy B into the program, Guy A did the work, and now Guy A wants to be paid. Do we owe him anything?
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posted by Patapsco Mike
on Apr 28, 2009 -
13 answers
How can I get the wedding photos from one of my wedding photographers? My wedding was in Oct 2007.
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posted by odinsdream
on Apr 27, 2009 -
21 answers
I recently took a job on contract that's turning out to be not what we agreed in the interview. I've been there two weeks, and already they say that they don't accept the old contract and are drafting a new one. I don't feel good about this, and wonder if it's reasonable to walk away.
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 22, 2009 -
16 answers
A friend of mine is giving his notice tomorrow due to long hours and high stress not being worth it in the end. He would, however, be open to returning as a contractor or part-time, with limited hours and role. How does this work?
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posted by um_maverick
on Apr 16, 2009 -
5 answers
I'm involved in a group of small/nonprofit organizations that would like to financially support the starting of an open-source software application. While I am technically-minded, I'm not a programmer -- and I don't really know what to look for in one (hopefully to be found on MeFi jobs!). Help greatly appreciated.
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posted by liquado
on Apr 6, 2009 -
7 answers
Freelance Filter: I've resigned due to timeline pressures, the arrival of another awesome opportunity, and the fact that I'm 8 months pregnant. I've done six weeks of work which have contributed social capital and goodwill to the project, and organizational/planning work which will be of benefit to my replacement. The "contract" we signed was vague and was only really a statement of work, rather than conditions. In my letter of resignation I proposed to keep 20% of the 1st payment for the work done to date. The team that hired me wants all the money back, I think mainly because they're deeply disappointed that I have quit. It's not like I've been sitting on my hands, and my work to date will benefit them. Before I hand over all my work to date and write the cheque to refund the 50%, how should I word my request that they reconsider allowing me to keep a portion of the fee? (Giant background story included, to explain the usual & unusual complications which lead to my departure.)
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posted by Mrs Hilksom
on Mar 26, 2009 -
22 answers
I'm a web developer and have been working the same job for 9 years. Recently, due to challenging economic circumstances, I've decided to start looking for freelance work to supplement my income, if not replace it. Are you a freelance web developer or designer? If so, where do you go to find work online?
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posted by Vorteks
on Mar 14, 2009 -
13 answers
Is an user-editable EULA/TOS binding on the company that issued it, after I've changed it?
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posted by nomisxid
on Mar 12, 2009 -
6 answers
I make web sites and created a web app for a client and now they want to own the copyright in exchange for equity. Help me find a New York based web friendly lawyer to ensure the new contract protects me. Tips are also appreciated on a fair equity percentage to ask for.
posted by avex
on Mar 9, 2009 -
3 answers
Legal filter - I hit a car head-on while biking the other day. It was my fault, and I’ve agreed to pay the damages to car. I need help writing up a release of liability contract so this guy doesn’t keep coming back for more.
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posted by i less than three nsima
on Mar 6, 2009 -
14 answers
I am having difficulty disengaging myself from a contract with a corporate linen company.
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posted by thehmmhmm
on Feb 18, 2009 -
11 answers
I am a freelance video editor and I am being asked to work on spec (as in do the work and the producers will pay for my work if they like it). I want to draft some sort of contract outlining what I am doing, and their use of my work if they do like it, but I don't know exactly what I should include in a contract like this. Can anyone point me in the right direction?
posted by helios410
on Feb 15, 2009 -
6 answers
I'm a painter looking to show my work in a cafe or restaurant. Help me make this a happy experience for both of us
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posted by LC
on Jan 20, 2009 -
10 answers
We rent a shared house in London. There are damp issues in a downstairs room which are known about by the landlord. We have just noticed a severe case of black mould infesting an upstairs wall. What are our legal rights as tenants?
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posted by bollockovnikov
on Jan 11, 2009 -
4 answers
Our Helio contract is ending soon and we need to cut through the outsourced call center nincompoopery and get some real answers.
Difficulty level: Consumerist information is outdated.
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posted by phredgreen
on Dec 19, 2008 -
1 answer
A two-part workplace question. HR people and anyone familiar with contract employment, heads up.
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posted by emelenjr
on Nov 14, 2008 -
5 answers
Currently, I'm on
O2 Simplicity, which is a SIM only, 30 day pay monthly rolling contract. I'm looking to switch to Orange's Dolphin 30 (18 months pay monthly). How do I keep my number?
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posted by dragontail
on Nov 9, 2008 -
2 answers
I want to include a sample sale-and-purchase contract in a book that I am writing. Do I need to get the approval of the lawyer (or firm) who first wrote the contract? How do I find the copyright holder? And could I resolve this by creating a composite of several different contracts?
Thanks in advance.
posted by quidividi
on Nov 1, 2008 -
2 answers
Please help me negotiate a business arrangement with my boss that has me doing some work as an employee and some work as an independent contractor.
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posted by headnsouth
on Oct 30, 2008 -
9 answers
I moved to Germany and then moved back to the USA after three weeks. While I was there, I signed up for a two year T-Mobile iPhone contract, because at the time I thought I was staying in Germany. Now I am stuck with an expensive 2 year contract that I can't use.
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posted by Witherwings
on Oct 23, 2008 -
11 answers
I prepaid for music lessons, no contract, but no longer want the lessons - can I get a full refund for the remaining lessons - Please read on, there is more. I want to know if I have a case for small claims.
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posted by KoobieKitten
on Oct 17, 2008 -
38 answers
I've been asked to contribute to a collection of op-ed/essays/creative nonfiction type stories, to be published together as a book. I have no idea how this stuff works, but I know the release form says I won't get paid. Anybody have any experience with this kind of thing? Is this a normal clause for a first-time author who barely even counts as an author?
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posted by ultraultraboomerang
on Sep 29, 2008 -
6 answers
Is there any economical way to switch cell phone providers without waiting months for my contract to expire?
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posted by lxs
on Aug 27, 2008 -
9 answers
What is a fair commission structure for non-sales people who bring in recurring work to a business when it's not covered by their initial employment contract?
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posted by quadog
on Aug 13, 2008 -
6 answers
What is the accepted procedure for signing a contract that will be sent back as an email attachment (.doc)?
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posted by bah213
on Jul 23, 2008 -
13 answers
I am about to lease a horse, with a 6-month option to buy. I am leasing him through a trainer who is acting as a go-between to another trainer who is representing the owner. Does this seem convoluted to anybody else...?
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posted by OolooKitty
on Jul 11, 2008 -
11 answers
Who can license music for download/sale? A friend came up with a wicked cool idea for selling music using the internet, but it can't be done through some affiliate mp3 link (like Amazon). We're just a couple of college guys, and we don't know any rockstars or label executives.
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posted by racecar
on Jun 20, 2008 -
15 answers
My current employer hasn't provided me with a contract, despite promising to on several occasions. I'm fine with this. I actually *don't want* a contract.
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posted by anonymous
on May 14, 2008 -
6 answers
My landlord is a slime bucket and I need to break my lease. What kind of repercussions might I face?
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posted by Sloop John B
on May 14, 2008 -
11 answers
An agent is interested in my book but says that they only have an "optional" contract- authors can sign it or not, given their preference. Should I give them my book?
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posted by arnicae
on Apr 13, 2008 -
15 answers
I've been offered a new contract/consulting job where I would be paid not by the hour or for a specific deliverable, but at a flat weekly rate. Under this arrangement, how might I make intellectual property distinctions between works that will belong to this client, and outside works I may do for myself or others?
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posted by weston
on Apr 8, 2008 -
12 answers
Will the Korean doctor rob me blind?? Here's the long and short of it... my father is the doctor that pioneered tumescent liposuction. he teaches his techniques to other doctors on a regular basis and manufactures the tools and equipment involved with the procedure.
Recently, a doctor from Korea, I'll call him Dr. Lee, took my father's course and liked it so much that he expressed an interest in teaching the course in Korea and to sell my fathers products in his courses. My father is very interested, but feels concerned that he must submit all of his technical files to Dr. Lee so that he can submit them in an application to the Korean FDA for approval.
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posted by lukeklein
on Mar 27, 2008 -
9 answers
