What is the best way to register a vocal group name?

The short answer to your question has already been given - namely that you should look to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for...

Does the law allow us to obtain copies of medical records with a signed Advanced healthcare directive after a patient dies?

Unfortunately, the hospital is probably right in this instance. The advanced health care directive applies only to living patients and expires...

Independent Film Copyright Questions

As usual, Attorney Koslyn is spot on. As she said, for your particular project, it sounds like you need to sit down with an entertainment...

Can I request dad's medical record in order for our child's doctor to keep in mind what's wring with dad for her future health?

As my colleague stated, the government has done a great deal over the last few years in protecting a patent's right to privacy. Only in the rarest...

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Hi, my name is Matt. My band signed a contract 6 years ago with a record label based in California. Now we have issues...

Again to reiterate the thread here: The answer to your question will be found both in an analysis of the contract you and your fellow members...

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A dr gave out my last name . Is this violation of patient privacy law?Violation of Federal-Medical Privacy Laws?

Just one additional point to make sure that you are clear on the HIPAA issues. There is no private cause of action allowed under HIPAA - basically...

How can I obtain my medical records?

Under HIPAA, you have the right to access your medical records and either review them or copy them. Additionally, if you find errors in your...

Can my dad's new wife contest the will that i will me making with him soon if she is not listed in it?

Attorney Fink provided an excellent answer (as usual). I just thought I would go into a little more detail. First, as your father's new wife...

Is there a certain amount that doctors are allowed to charge for medical records?

Under Federal law, namely HIPAA, a physician is allowed to charge a patient a "reasonable" charge for copying a medical record. Every state has...

What is the proper procedure for filing a complaint against a doctor for violation of HIPPA?

If you wish to file a HIPAA complaint, you must contact your regional Office of Civil Rights. For people living in Tennessee, the regional...