Using a brand name (such as the name of your band) in commerce generates common law trademark rights. These rights can be asserted against any...

If i use a famous image of a sporting event for a t shirt design but parody it, what are my liabilities if any?

In addition to the copyright concerns noted in previous answers, you may be liable for publicity rights violations. The persons depicted in the...

I am starting a biz. I want to host video game competitions. I was told I need to write a letter to the Attornery General.

It is wise to consult with a gaming attorney before contacting the Attorney General. Several states (including Florida where I practice) prohibit...

Can you be arrested for deleting a myspace page you created and have the password to for a business that you no longer work for

I would not be too quick to discount the possibility of criminal charges based on the activity described above. Some states, including Florida...

In general, it is illegal to publish or distribute material containing the image and likeness of a person, without that person's consent. The...

The individuals depicted in the screen shots have publicity rights relating to the publication of their image and likeness. These rights vary from...

Gambling

With respect to federal law, the Wire Wager Act has been interpreted to prohibit only to sports betting operations, and not to other games of...

Posting pictures

If the individual posting the pictures did not own the copyrights to those images, you could pursue a copyright infringement claim against that...

While you should check with a lawyer licensed in your state, in most states such as Florida, if you send in payment for a traffic ticket it is...