Looking to sell children's book series, but found the same title used in 1949-1950 comics with existing publisher. Is this okay?

As Mr. Burdick correctly points out, there is no copyright protection for titles. Some titles, however, can be registered as trademarks, so you'd...

How do I copyright or trademark my "person".

People can't be copyrighted or trademarked. You could seek a trademark for your name if you intend to use your name in commerce. If you choose to...

On the copyright website, it states work published before 1923 is considered public domain, but are there exceptions?

Because of the many changes to the Copyright Act over the years, there is no one answer to the question of copyright duration. I've attached a link...

Mr. Parron is correct that you must use your legal name when signing contracts. If, for whatever reason, you don't want to use your legal name to...

I'm planning to design a new logo for my blog and have concerns if it might be a copyright problem. Thanks in advance!

Nobody on this forum can give a useful answer without actually seeing the logo you've designed. That's not an invitation to post it here. However,...

Whats the rules/law on trademarking a deceased individuals name and likeness?

The other answers have pointed you in the right direction. I would add, however, that other jurisdictions, California most notably, do recognize a...

I am trying to obtain a tax number to start a music label and was wondering what is the best rout to take and where to start.

You need to set up a legal entity and then apply for an EIN through irs.gov.

Both parents are obligated to provide support for a child. 17% is the correct calculation for one child and will be calculated on total joint...

Do I inherit author copyright from deceased relative?

This really depends upon 1) the law of copyright in Belgium; 2) the nature of the contract signed with De Egelantier; and 3) whether someone...

WHAT IS THE CLARIFICATION USING THE WORD "TRUST" /AS TO" PAY ON DEMAND" ? IN REFERENCE TO BANK ACCOUNT/STOCK ACCOUNT?

Your question, unfortunately, is a little too vague to provide a definite answer. However, in general, a trust will allow you to transfer assets to...