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Foreign Qualification in Multiple States — annual report filing missed

Started by need_help_student_advice · Jan 12, 2026 · 1,633 views · 22 replies
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need_help_student_advice OP

I've been trying to resolve this on my own but I'm stuck.

annual report filing missed. I've been dealing with this for about 2 months now and the situation isn't improving.

I have already tried to resolve this directly but the other party is not cooperating.

Do I have a strong case? What should my next steps be?

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frustrated_creator_IL

This happened to me too. Have you tried filing a complaint with the relevant agency? In my case they investigated and it got resolved without needing a lawyer.

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anon_trader_2026

Have you tried reaching out to your state's consumer protection office? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

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Mod_TermsLaw Moderator

Attorney here. Here's my take on the legal issues.

Based on what you've described, you likely have a viable claim under the relevant statute. The standard is whether a reasonable person would find the conduct actionable.

Before taking legal action, consider sending a formal demand letter. In many cases, this alone resolves the issue.

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asking_for_friend_student_NY

Following this thread — I'm in a very similar situation. Would love to hear how it turns out.

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RestaurantOwner_Miami

Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.

The biggest mistake people make in this situation is escalating to a supervisor/manager. I'd recommend following the formal complaint procedure instead.

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AgentBroker_TX

Been there. Here's what I learned.

What worked for me was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. It took 2-4 months but was worth it.

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OpenSourceLawyer_Dan

Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.

What worked for me was escalating to a supervisor/manager. It took 1-3 months but was worth it.

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seeking_advice_tenant_2025

Have you tried reaching out to your state's labor board? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

PB
PatentAgent_Boston

I went through almost the exact same thing.

What worked for me was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. It took 2-4 months but was worth it.

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first_time_trader_2023

NAL, but from what I've read, you should check your state's specific laws. That said, definitely get a lawyer to look at the specifics.

PJ
Paralegal_Jen

I've dealt with this before.

In my case, it took about 1-3 months to resolve. The key was escalating to a supervisor/manager.

DN
DataPrivacy_Nerd

Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.

The biggest mistake people make in this situation is hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. I'd recommend being patient with the process instead.

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DevOps_Seattle

I went through almost the exact same thing.

In my case, it took about 1-3 months to resolve. The key was escalating to a supervisor/manager.

TB
throwaway_business_owner_OH

Have you tried reaching out to your state's consumer protection office? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

NL
NursePractitioner_LA

I went through almost the exact same thing.

In my case, it took about 2-4 months to resolve. The key was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter.

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help_me_buyer_question

I had a similar issue and ended up consulting with an attorney. It was worth the $200-300 for the initial consultation just to understand my rights.

PB
PatentAgent_Boston

Been there. Here's what I learned.

I ended up hiring an attorney to send the initial letter, which cost about $2-4 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

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TenantRights_Advocate

I've seen this play out several times in my field.

In my case, it took about 3-6 months to resolve. The key was having everything documented.

JC
just_curious_trader_today

NAL, but from what I've read, you should send a written demand. That said, definitely get a lawyer to look at the specifics.

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Photographer_NYC

Been there. Here's what I learned.

The biggest mistake people make in this situation is hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. I'd recommend being patient with the process instead.

AF
asking_for_friend_freelancer_legal

Have you tried reaching out to your state's consumer protection office? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

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need_help_renter_IL

This happened to me too. Have you tried filing a complaint with the relevant agency? In my case they investigated and it got resolved without needing a lawyer.

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