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I have my will all typed up and ready to go . How do I make it legal ? do I just need to get it to a notary , and sign ?
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Answered on April 20, 2021
Oiy. You need to follow the NY will formalities requirements— at least 2 disinterested (meaning they don’t receive anything under your will)...
Can a will override an irrevokable trust
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Answered on April 16, 2021
They’re two different things. A will generally revokes all previous wills and codicils (amendments). You’re going to want to consult with an...
Can you take an LLC case to small claims court if the company is relatively new so its made no profits?
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Answered on April 16, 2021
Do you mean state small claims court? I’m not aware of any law that prevents you suing a corporate entity in small claims. The relevant rule,...
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Can I post my own sketches that are loosely-based on famous artworks on my personal blog?
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Answered on April 16, 2021
Ah the devil is in the details. You buried the lead here— your sketches are “loosely based” on other artistic works. Yes, substantive similarity is...
Does printing and/or digitally sharing copyrighted material count as copyright infringement?
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Answered on April 16, 2021
Yes. That’s copying unless it’s fair use. I remember a great case back in law school. Folks photocopied a trade magazine and distributed it around...
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Is it possible to sell a drawing of an artist at an event? Is it possible to get sued by doing this?
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Answered on April 15, 2021
You’re asking the right questions, but your case law aside, there are multiple issues in play here that require an attorney’s review. Celebrities...
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What rights do I need? Please and thanks in advance.
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Answered on April 11, 2021
My colleagues have given you excellent, detailed recommendations. But the overall message should not be lost— hire experienced counsel. This is not...
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Looking to get out of an IP Transfer company dissolution involved?
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Answered on April 07, 2021
There are many moving parts here, but it sounds like you’re making a technical argument to retain sole ownership over IP you may have either...
Can I use a national football team Nickname without violating trademark & copyright laws?
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Answered on April 05, 2021
My colleague Pamela, as always, has nailed it. What you’re attempting to do likely violates American trademark and competition laws. If you’re...
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Can I get copyrighted for this?
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Answered on April 05, 2021
You’re confusing legal terms, which is understandable since it’s complicated and also points to why you should consult with an attorney. You don’t...
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