Can you explain the concept of how "use" itself creates trademark rights ?

Unless the brand has already been used or trademarked by a third party, using a brand in commerce grants the user what is known as a "common law"...

Can I or my son suw his exgirlfrnd for insulting me by texting me on cell-he suws her for domest.violent & child custody already

I respectfully disagree with my colleagues. I am not familiar with Alaska law but you may have a cause of action under any state "Cyberstalking"...

Will adding a guitar riff to a cover song create a derivative work? How about lengthing or shortening sections of the song?

You will have to submit the final track with the changes to the publisher of the original track. It is the publisher in control of the original...

Producing a music video for DJ, and am concerned about copyrwright issues with other peoples music.

The previous attorney answered correctly. I have never heard of a "maximum length quota." Not only do you need a license to use the sample, you...

How do I remove my name from sec of state papers in Louisiana?

Unless you have have executed an operating or shareholders agreement with the other individuals in the company, you can officially resign from the...

How do I get started with a lawyer?

When you say that you have 5 CDs worth of registered copyright, I am assuming that you mean the actual recordings. But what about the compositions?...

To copyright register flash files, do I need to send the source code?

The copyright of the code and the graphics are separate assets. Someone may utilize your code with a different GUI or your GUI with different code....

Great question. I have this discussion with others quite often. The main reason attorneys do not shop music to record labels the way that they used...

Trademark infringement?

The words that you are substituting with Apples, Oranges and Coconut are relevant. There are many strategies and approaches to discuss and consider...

What are the legal guidelines for use of photos/images by a Non-Profit Organization?

You are mentioning several very different situations. If you use a "free" stock photo website with terms of use permitting you to use the photo...