An LLC does not offer as much protection as you might think.

Just be carful trying too hard to protect everyone else or you could end up the loser.

Our state regulations require a "seal" to protect from contaminants.

There are consumer protection laws in place which says they do have to release this information to a Trustee or the heirs, but they will play dumb so they can rack up the late charges prior to giving you the payoff amounts.

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My client was actually a good boss (he made it clear I actually report to him despite being a contractor) so he was able to protect me a lot.

Of course we have an exit plan and strategies planned to protect both him and us.

My commercial assets were in LLCs from day 1, so more protection. 

Wasting people's time is the last thing I want to do; which is why I decided to reach out in the forums instead of approaching individuals asking for their time and expertise without me actually being in a position to do business with them.

If you are not paying him, and he is doing it for free, either way, you still want to make sure you have an agreement with him on payment and enough protection to cover your liability.