I was in a partnership with a family member we had a written contract but I lost my papers. How can I get my startup money back.

Hi, way too much going on here to address any if this responsibly. I suggest you contact a local lawyer and explore your options. At this point...

Using the same name of a company that closed its doors, different industry, same area

Hi, First, we are in the realm of trademark law here. The fact that the two businesses are in different classes of goods/services makes a big...

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Can I quote a celebrity on a product of mine?

Hi, Quotes are not generally protectable (generally!) under copyright law. My colleague is on point however that using the names and likenesses...

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Defendant in a civil suit hasn't a lawyer. One follows him out of the court and solicits his business. Is there a recourse?

Oh, so what. Your narrative was not even conclusive that the lawyer did anything wrong. Perhaps the lawyer caught up to him and offered some...

I got a photo off Google images for my website. weeks later, Getty wants $800 or they will sue. Why is it OK for Google?

Hi, As you are now aware, pulling images off the internet can be a real problem. Getty aggressively pursues these matters and they certainly...

If I agree by email to sign letter of intent as a seller of business, but have not signed and want to sell to someone else.

Hi, Your question, I think, worded more simply is really "is there a contract here?" I do not know for certain without exploring all the...

I am creating a T shirt for a softball team. Team name Keith Stones Miraclous Monkeys. Can I use his image and name?

Hi, While it is highly unlikely your softball team would invite any legal action, it is possible and technically speaking you cannot use one's...

I need some advice from a legal mind in California. I scheduled an appointment for hair services. I did my research and chose

Hi, You can likely name both the entity and the individual in your suit. No lawyer here is going to walk you through the litigation...

Is this common for lawyers to put in their contracts? Should I be worried?

Hi, Keep in mind I have NOT review the agreement so this is very general info. If the lawyer is offering a flat fee, for example, he/she...

Hi, NO. There is no such law. I would advise that you use your legal name on any and all legal documents and use your nickname in all other...