What kind of business am I trying to start? I don't want employees because of possible liabilities.

While I'm inclined to add more color to my answer, I just don't have a full grasp of what your objectives are. As to the distinction between...

As the manager and 50/50 partner, under an LLC. in Louisiana, how can get my partner out?

Your is a very fact intensive scenario and we just do not have any details here. You have no other option as this point but to consult a...

If a boyfriend purchased a car by loan for me as a christmas gift can he take the car back once he end the relationship?

I agree with the others. If it is in his name it is his car. Saying is was a gift in actuality does not make it so. As the other lawyer notes, you...

E-contract lists my offer and a 1k deposit to be made to escrow agent. Should I have an attorney help me read contract?

I think if you are not entirely comfortable seeking the help of a lawyer is a smart move and this should not be very expensive. You should be...

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Is it trademark infringement to make a video game, solely as a portfolio piece, that uses a trademarked fictional character?

I agree that it would still be technically infringing even the likelihood of anyone knowing about it is slim to none if it remains internal...

If in fact it appears someone is infringing in an market area that you operating in first you are within your rights in sending a letter. In most...

Can you get a design patent, trademark or other on a technique used on the outside of the purse that gives it its unique look.

As noted, there may be a number of approaches to this, but it is far too fact intensive for us to really be able to offer anything insightful with...

Can i refile a letter of protest for a trademark?

I think you are going to have to file an opposition. The scope of a letter of protest is quite narrow. As noted, at this point you should at a...

My wife has been driving for more than 1 year without a valid driver's license after her previous one expired.

I'm not sure why you would think you would be responsible for your adult wife's motor vehicle violations. It would have no legal affect on...

I am looking for advice on the valuation of a video clip for licensing to a high profile installation. Can anyone assist?

Your question is appreciated, but I think posing a valuation question like this to attorneys might not be the most productive. That is, I'm not...