Is there a high risk for losing a copy-infringement case if music with uncleared samples is given away for free from Afghanistan

As noted, it is not the sale alone that makes the infringement. A plaintiff does not have to show that you sold something directly in order to file...

Can I sell a t-shirt with my own illustration of iconic parts of my favorite sports cars without infringing copyright laws?

I agree, probably. It is not beyond the pale to think that creative expression cannot be depicted in what you describe, but as noted, in the...

What is the appropriate language to inform them of my legal right and that i will use it?

As noted, the first big issue is the actual infringement analysis. Trademark law might seem it at times but it is not in fact very intuitive....

How much would it cost me to sue them. What is the ballpark figure for the amount I can sue them for copyright infringement?

It's going to cost you thousands of dollars upfront. Not hundreds. And if the matter moves forward to discovery and trial, etc. it will cost tens...

Am I violating Copyright Laws? (Minnesota)

You already received some very good responses. It will all boil down to what the specific language in the terms say about your use and manipulation...

Do I own rights to a free music video?

I agree you have a lot to unpack here and I'm hoping you understand that this simply cannot be addressed here over a free and quite public Q&A...

Is this true? Or am I reading this wrongly?

You received some good responses to which I agree. The 3 and 1 month exceptions speak to preregistrations, but I understand where the confusion...

If a publishing company does not pay on a contract, does that make it invalid?

This is most probably going to default to a contract claim not a copyright infringement claim. In any event, all written agreements along with all...

Ultimately, it is going to depend on what that content consists of. If you are hosting adult content there are going to be some legalities you will...

Will anyone else use the name? How can I make a living as a writer?

You received some good responses. It seems like you are asking whether you can receive a registered trademark for the name as a writer and the...