Can I make copies of plaster diorama buildings from kits I have purchased online that came from companies that no longer exist?

Under the 1st sale doctrine you can use or sell the kits without fear of liability. Whether you would be infringing an active copyright is a...

If I alter a frame captured from a movie, may I use it as commentary in an unrelated work?

No, that is not fair use. You are using his copyrighted work for commercial purposes and need a license. I don't think that it is a parody or...

A company that says my domain name is trademarked won't let me sell it or use it for anything other than promoting their service

You should have an experienced trademark attorney check to see if your domain creates a likelihood of confusion with their trademark. Your...

If I want to start an online sales training website and charge is it okay if it resembles anther website.

There can not be a substantial similarity in the content and presentation of the website. The factual information can be the same, but the...

No! Of course not. Only if you get permission from the owners.

To answer your question question, I would need to see how much you have used of the song lyrics, the context and your attribution. I recommend that...

What law prevents a lawyer in California from using a client's name on his or her website without permission?

Not sure I can answer your question without further details. How did he use your name. Did he put a case citation? That would be lawful in most...

Question re: copyright fair use and public online discussion groups

As you have recognized, you will need copyright counsel to vet the question. You can look at the website's terms and conditions to provide you...

Copyright infringement. Piracy. A printing company located in NJ is printing their own copies of my book and selling them.

I would definitely advise Amazon immediately. Unless you register your copyright, you will not have access to a Federal Court. Also, registration...

How can I protect my ideas from being stolen?

The answer to your question depends on the scope of your ideas, improvements and inventions. It also depends on the time and money that you have to...