Is it legal to start a business using popular (trademarked) characters for my birthday party entertaining business?
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Answered on July 10, 2015
It is wise of you to pause before plunging in. When you say you can purchase the costumes, under what authority did the seller acquire them? It...
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If I made a deal with a movie then the popularity soared beyond the deal should I ask for more money?
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Answered on July 10, 2015
Definitely speak with counsel to review the agreement. It may be that you only "licensed" the filmmaker to use the music in certain ways and yet...
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If I go to an IRS audit alone and don't like how it is going can I request to stop and seek an attorney?
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Answered on July 10, 2015
You would be wise to consult with a CPA who can examine what it is that the IRS has concerns about and let you know what to expect. If it turns...
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Does extending our customer's 3 yr contract another 2 years automatically extend our subcontractor's 3 yr contract to 5 yrs?
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Answered on July 10, 2015
Mr. McClung offers good advice. Another thought is to be sure you do not have any "agreement" with the subcontractor that in some way constrains...
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Rent a space in a strip mall and pay monthly and the sign on the roof fell and damaged 2 cars who is responsible for the damages
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Answered on July 09, 2015
You need to review the rental agreement you had for the car space. It may say that you assume all risk if your car is damaged. It could be that...
Can I make someone leave my property after 20 years ?
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Answered on July 09, 2015
As the owner of the land, you get to decide who can use it. However, it could be argued that you did receive compensation if you lived in her...
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Is it legal for my landlord to charge me $1,100 for cleaning upon move out?
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Answered on July 09, 2015
You need to read your lease to see what you and your roommate agreed to. Also, you took possession of the house in the condition it was presented...
My company is filming a TV commercial and I do not want to be included. Can they force me to be in the commercial?
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Answered on July 09, 2015
From what you say, there does not seem to be any reason for your employer to be able to force you to appear in a commercial. Why would they even...
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Piercing the corporate veil - LLC - signing question
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Answered on July 09, 2015
Your first example does suggest that he is an individual trading as John Doe Services. On the other hand, did you know he was working through an...
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Why is recommended to protect songs by separate copyright unless one plans on licensing a catalog?
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Answered on July 09, 2015
You may not be able to register all the songs in one application unless they were considered a collection. You might choose to register the major...
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