Is there any legal difference in signing a contract and having a written agreement notarized?

I agree with the other comments. Notarization is not needed unless the contract or form involved requires it. Just because someone hurts...

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Can main talent in a short film sue for using their image. Verbal agreement; yes no contract or release.

Just stop where you are and consult a lawyer in private who can then parse out all the facts and offer a best course of action. There are far too...

Chance for a 100% Contingency Fee Arrangement by an Intellectual Property/Copyright Infringement Firm? Thank you!

First, you need have a proper case/matter analysis conducted and yes you may have to pay out of pocket for that. Perhaps enough info can be...

Could my posting of thumbnail-sized screenshots of old sports broadcasts be considered fair use?

I think you are misunderstanding a relatively recent ruling. Merely using a lower res or vastly smaller image does not obviate copyright...

This is a very fact specific situation, but as noted, ideas or business concepts are not protectable. If they were, we would only have a dozen or...

Copyright Infringement Lawsuit. Thanks in Advance.

It sounds like you have been avoiding getting specific legal advice, which is frankly a mistake. At this point, I suggest that you consult with a...

Copyright Infringement and Filing a Law Suit-Questions. Thank You.

This question cannot be answered without a crystal ball. If you have a dispute that you have serious concerns about, I suggest that you consult...

How do you apply for a trademark and copyright for a U.S. product in China? What about Europe and Canada?

There are a number of ways of approaching foreign trademark filings and the strategy you employ will depend on a number of factor the most...

Why is it legal to resell bought products of a company brand but not a replica and how can you tell them apart?

If they are legitimate products they can be resold provided that they are not "materially different" from what the US market would otherwise...

Letter from Getty Images claiming that I owe money ($950) for one image on my business website that they claim is licensed.

The firm that sent you the letter, usually McCormick but could be another as well, works on contingency. Their aim is to collect something. The...