What are the copy right laws in the music industry?

You must retain IP counsel. This is a significant endeavor and you must be cautious. The most important law is you cannot stream music without...

What are the laws on music distribution? How do I get rights to distribute or sell albums or individual songs?

Your own songs, you already have the rights to distribute. he songs of others, you need permission of the copyright holder. A bit of reading...

My parents sold their business to another company and that company continues to use the family surname.

Use of the name as a business for 20 years in all likelihood has established their rides in the name for the business. You can check TN TM law but...

What are the copy right laws in using established characters in artwork.

If the shop only sells the products, and does not own the brand, you will need permission from the copyright holder. Same is true with selling any...

Hi. Popeye is protected by copyright in the U.S. until 2024. ...

I contributed an essay to a book 17 years ago and received one payment on a promise of 2% royalties. Can I ask for the rest?

You need to contact an attorney who will investigate based on your situation. Having a letter and a check is good. The first question will be,...

Most likely it would be infringement and you cannot sell. Disney is VERY aggressive on enforcing their IP.

I accessed papers on a website, they were automatically stamped, and this conferred jurisdiction over me and the subject-matter.

You must retain counsel ASAP. I know a very fine attorney in Huntsville if you need. Send me an email and I will give you his contact info.

Can I print a tshirt using the name of a Korea Baseball Championship team for myself without violating copyright and trademark?

You would need to see if they have any rights in the U.S. If there are none, you should be ok.

Should I register my company's trademark in my name or the name of the LLC that does biz as that company?

Hi..If you own the marks a sole proprietor , then you can assign them. You should consult an attorney to make the transfer.