I would like to know if I can shoot a video in a hair salon with owners permission and post that video on my website.

While the answers already given are exactly on point, one other thing that my esteemed colleagues did not address is the clearance of any music...

How can I release a CD on the shelf that has "sampled" mainstream material in it? In my case each song is in the mainstream!

Though I would perhaps have not responded as harshly as some, the previous responses are all correct. You indicate in your additional information...

There are several critical facts omitted from your description. Generally, I agree with what Mr. Fink says, i.e. that the corporation has to...

Can I use the Portland Trailblazers logo in an ad for a contest?

I agree with the prior respondents that you are best to obtain permission. As this is a contest that benefits the team, they should be responsive...

I generally agree with my colleagues above, but I must add to their comments that the name of a geographic location cannot be trademarked, so...

In addition to the reference posted by Mr. Frederick, and in order to fill in some information, you would probably be violating certain state laws...

I would add a couple of thoughts to Ms. Koslyn's analysis: FIrst, a parody must do more than "transform an image to make it their own," and I do...

I agree with the thoughts of the two attorneys who answered proir in that this is a clear cut infringement of Ninento's rights. They likely have...

What are the laws about using social media websites in a live or filmed performance?

This is an interesting issue involving issues of contract, copyright and trademark, at the very least. You should most definitely consult with an...

Can I file a copyright infringement against a magazine for selling a picture of me when I was three year's old holding a roach

First, let me say that Ms. Koslyn's analysis of the statute of limitation is not entirely correct. She correctly states that you have three years...