No model release form - Can I still use the images we created for commercial purposes?

The photographer owns the copyright to the photograph, and the model owns the right of publicity to her image for commercial purposes. This is...

I agree with Marc and Ivan's responses. I would just add that a good way to approach this is to start with the initial basis on which the two of...

Can I use an 'editorial use' image I purchased on a stock website for my blog?

In general, if your use of the photo would be legal because you have the correct permissions or it is protected by fair use, it would not be...

Can I display background posters of famous athletes in my video?

The other lawyers correctly identified that your use of these photos of athletes would likely violate their right of publicity. Additionally, you...

Can a client ask us not to advertise work we do for them?

I suggest you consider the law of the client, which is do what the client asks you to do. It is related to the Golden Rule: He/She who has the...

Do I need permission of an author I wrote a book about in order to publish it? (e.g., his letters he sent me.)

The author is the owner of the copyright to the letters that he wrote you, and so generally you would not have the right to publish them. But...

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Can i be sued because my friends voice is in my Youtube video?

If your friend sues you, it seems that you could have a valid defense based on implied consent.

Do I still own this copyright?

You present an interesting question which would depend on knowing more facts in order to provide an answer. Some general principles are that...

There are attorneys who specialize in duration of copyrights and when a work is in the public domain. You should hire one to determine whether the...

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Your use of a trademark logo as a design on an article of clothing may be protected by Fair Use where it is clear that the logo is not being used...