Legal Question in Business Law in Pennsylvania

Internet Small Business licenseing

Wanting to start a webpage based drop shipping smal business. Do I have to obtain a license prior to doing this and if so which do I need to resell mercahndise?


Asked on 3/17/07, 7:49 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

John Jackson Law Office of John A. Jackson, P.C.

Re: Internet Small Business licenseing

It would depend on the requirements of the community in which you live and what you sell. If you would like I or another attorney that posts here would be happy to look into this for a fee.

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Answered on 3/18/07, 8:03 am
Daniel Spanovich SpanovichLaw

Re: Internet Small Business licenseing

Sir,

If you are in the City of Pittsburgh, you will need to contact them to obtain information on a business license. Also, you will need to talk with the City about operating a business out of your home, if that is what you plan to do. Many areas prohibit this.

You may also want to consider forming an LLC to protect your personal assets from debts and liability your business may incur. As a reseller of goods, you may be liable if you sell a defective product, even if you did not manufacture it or design it. You can shield yourself from this liability with an LLC.

I would love to meet with you to discuss your business plans. My specialty is helping small businesses get started. You can reach me at the number below, and don't hesitate to call, the number below is my direct dial.

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Answered on 3/20/07, 11:14 pm


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