Anytime you endeavor to invest in a trademark you need to conduct the proper due diligence (clearance) on those marks to ensure that you are not in...

Is it legal to take a pattern you found online and sell a product made from that pattern without getting permission?

The question really and unfortunately is not very straight forward. Patterns can certainly be protected under copyright law and they can also serve...

I have been in show business since the age of 12 and am still a member of SAG-AFTRA. As a consequence, I have known a great many people who have...

We applied for a Tradmark for our business. The USPTO rejected our request due to a company w/ a similar name. What can we do?

You may want to file a response to the office action (see link below for some info on this). The first step however is to have the action reviewed...

Can a contract start like a letter? Addressed with the first name of one of the parties?

I do not mean to be cheeky, but the legal questions get much harder from here. This tells us that you would be very wise to consult a lawyer in...

F1 student LLC signing authority

You are only permitted to be a passive investor while on an F-1 Visa unless this is considered your OPT in which case it has its own limitations....

What are the laws pertaining to internet payday lending in NEW JERSEY???

I think you may have to be more specific in order to engender any thoughtful responses. Perhaps you can clarify your question here or contact a...

Does a small S Corporation with only two partners and no employees have to pay unemployment insurance?

It depends. Here is how I see it. You are required to pay self-employment tax on the reasonable salary you claim. This is your FICA taxes, etc. ...

Do I need a permit/license in NY to conduct a pawn business? how much and how can i get one if needed?

NY and particularly NYC has a very robust licensing regime for all manner of businesses. Unless a lawyer has had the very niche experience with...

Do you have to give back money to a lawyer's office it they paid you too much money?

A mistake does not become your windfall. Should they realize the mistake they can come after you for the money but not after applicable statutes of...