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Copyright question - As an independent contractor I drafted a manual for a company using my standard template.
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Answered on June 13, 2013
Your client likely has an implied license to use the material for its intended purpose and you would still be the copyright owner. You should first...
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Is it legal for a state institution to reference state law, change the wording, wrap it in quotes and publish?
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Answered on June 13, 2013
What is the problem exactly? Are you saying that the published version is at odds with the actual law? Are you concerned that they quoted the law...
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Copyright on concept that proposed partners won't sign NDA can't afford trademark. How can I protect my concept?
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Answered on June 13, 2013
A trademark protects the brand (business name, tagline, product name, logo, etc). It identifies the source of good or service in commerce. You...
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Is simon mall liable for kiosk vendors using deceptive tactics to make a sale?
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Answered on June 13, 2013
The mall is not an insurer against the actions and activities of it tenants.
Frankly, I am not sure why you would jump to this conclusion...
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Can I sue a bank teller or Cust Svc rep for gigving me false information?
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Answered on June 13, 2013
I really wish I had an answer for you. I just don't get it either and this is exactly how so many SCAMS operate as well. How hard is it to clear...
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My partner knowingly hid my partnership in a business and did a "quick sell" using a shady business broker. Do I have a case?
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Answered on June 13, 2013
Who knows? If you believe that it is in your interest to pursue this and that there may be an award in it for you at the end of the yellow brick...
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If I buy branded, electronics product and put a new exterior cover on it, can I sell it in the USA?
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Answered on June 13, 2013
As my colleagues aptly noted, this is called reverse passing off and what you describe is the textbook case example.
In some instances, making...
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Can we as a business decide who gets charged finance charges? Or do we have to charge everyone equally ?
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Answered on June 13, 2013
To my knowledge, nothing would preclude you from waiving a fee or charge. Because this falls into a regulated area you would be prohibited from...
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Can I simply pay an attorney to write a letter to the landlord who is suing me that states that I have NO money and am bankrupt?
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Answered on June 13, 2013
If you are already going through a bankruptcy (BK) you should consult your BK lawyer and perhaps have her send a response. You would certainly be...
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Should they be responsible for replacing the sofa or help with the cost of recovering?
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Answered on June 13, 2013
Are you saying that after 5 years you now claim that the sofa you have been sitting on all that time and presumably enjoying was misrepresented so...
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