Can I build an iPhone app which will act as a horoscope aggregator without violating copyright laws?

You need to have this model evaluated properly before making any further investment. I can see from the responses and your follow up comments that...

Is there a way electronically to obtain permission from various people to use their names or company names in a publication?

I agree with the others. It is not clear that permission is required. You will likely have some other legal considerations moving forward in any...

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Can i use a image of a Bible verse written in the shape of a cross for a shirt?

The short answer is yes. Even if the version of the Bible you use is protected under copyright law, using one verse in this context would not...

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I want to start a small ebay company, the name I've chosen is Zakka, it's been trademarked by a clothing company

Maybe. I agree with my colleague that in a case where the mark or its dominant part is very fanciful (assuming Zakka doesn't mean anything in...

Can my former employer sue me if I didn't sign a non-compete or contract/agreement and I want to display my work on my website?

I agree with Attorney Zaitz's well-reasoned remarks. It really comes down to a factual analysis. If you were merely an IC, putting aside the...

Get a new ein number for the same company

You didn't note why you would be requesting this. If the IRS guidelines linked by my colleague do not offer a clear explanation, I suggest that...

What are the usual terms for buying into a minority stake partnership in a small business and what kind of lawyer do I need?

I agree you need the assistance of a business law that can advise more specifically on how to approach this investment. You of course should make...

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Vesting structure for hiring key employees of a not yet incorporated startup

I agree with my colleague. I would add that this is not a DIY kind of matter, so I really hope for the sake of you start up you are not going to...

This is regarding the sell of ownership in a limited liability company to existing members

You would be buying the unit interests from the other members who are selling it. The LLC does not hold treasury shares in the same sense that an...

If 1 word of my proposed trademark is already trademarked, will that prevent me from using/trademarking the name of my company?

So, do the smart thing here and get some proper legal guidance before you decide to handle your trademark on your own. Any mistakes you make now...