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Can I publish and make money on a book of essays about an author and her work without infringing on copyright laws?

You can't get a definitive answer on this forum, since an attorney would probably need to review the essays before giving an opinion. That said,...

Can a pseudonym be used in place of a 'legal author name' for copyright registration?

It sounds like you don't really want to file under a pseudonym, but that you are planning to change your legal name in the future and want to have...

I would like to write a musical using the music of Elvis. How do I go about seeking the performance rights to the music?

This requires more than a license. The songs will merge with your book as a complete and separately copyrightable work and you will want the...

You can file under your pseudonym or under your LLC. You should know, however, that the copyright term of pseudonymous works or works owned by...

I sold my home to my son and he gave me a life estate. I have separate living quarters in the home. What are the advantages.

I'd add to the previous answer that your son could sell the property, but it would be subject to your life estate, meaning that you will still have...

I registered a copyright (PA) for a song that a former co-writer contributed 1 verse of lyrics. Can I file a derivative claim?

Your question is an excellent opportunity to point out the importance of collaboration agreements. Although it appears that you have contributed...

This is my second marriage and my husband has grown children from his first marriage. Without a will who gets estate?

Absent a will and assuming your husband predeceases you, you would receive $50,000 and 1/2 of the remainder, with the other 1/2 going to your...

Can I make and freely distribute (make available at no cost) audiobooks of public domain works?

You can freely distribute works that are in the public domain, but be wary of using old works that have been translated into English from another...

How should book royalties be computed?

There is no usual practice and royalties can be computed either way. From the author's perspective, a royalty based upon retail price is more...