How long after someone's death until their life becomes an open resource to base written work on?

This could be covered both by state and federal laws. You should consult an IP attorney to discuss your endeavor and possible liability.

Can a saying or statement be copyrighted?

I think what you want is to trademark. Something like.... "it's the real thing" (Coca Cola). You need to use it in commerce. If you create...

If you take a public pic from.someone Facebook and post it on homewreckers.com u get sues for copy right

Attorney Boyer has given you a great answer. Please further note that the statute he cites is a "crime" unlike defamation, which is a tort. Crime...

If I was sworn into oath at a deposition did they have to swear me back out of oath and when did this happen?

Oath ends when deposition ends. Sorry you had a bad experience. Unfortunately, it happens.

Is it legal to sell illustrations of specific brand products and logos?

A good question. It needs to be clear that the trademark owner is not sponsoring or in any way a part of the artistic creation.

How serious is Right of Publicity and do athletes often sue?

Answer to your questions... right of publicity is very serious and yes, athletes sue quite often. You should get permission or else expose...

Yes , The images are still protected and your proposed use does not appear to fall under fair use exceptions

Can someone publish a biography using your name without your consent?

Definitely not on many levels. If you know publication is imminent, you should contact counsel as there might be ways to stop it.

You should discuss this with an IP or patent attorney. Many here on Avvo will give you a free consultation.

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If you did not download and you deleted, it is unlikely there will be any liability. Sorry you have to go through this.