I have an artist agreement contract in front of me for my design services. How can I tell if all the royalties/terms are fair?

I agree with my colleagues, you should have a lawyer review the contract. There are several issues and options apart from the royalty that should...

Assuming the "driving tips" sheet is only a disclosure or for informational purposes (and it does not incorporate or state that you also agree to...

It has been more than 30 days and the execution of necessary documents has not been completed what course of action should be ta

I would need more facts to be able to provide a more specific response. However, the answer generally depends on what leverage you have with the...

Who can file my trademark for at the least expense?

I would agree with my colleagues, and I would add that you should consider using a lawyer since you are likely to need help avoiding 2 potential...

While I am not licensed in Georgia, your question address central principles and issues of business law and shareholder issues. To cut off any...

Can I be sued buy a person who helped me with a business idea when no partnership for any agreement was present

Your friend should not be entitled to a share or partnership interest, but he may be entitled to compensation for his work. He performed a service...

Do you have to have a business license to legally hire employees in Illinois?

Something is definitely wrong with your situation. Putting aside the issue of a business license and addressing the tax issue: it makes no sense...

Intellectual Property, Internet Domain names, Arbitration, Reverse-Domain-Name-Hijacking. Legal fees and damages.

I agree with my colleagues. You seem to assume that the complainant will be found guilty. You should be aware that it can be a struggle to get a...

Do I own my name or is it public domain?

The simple answer is that you do not "own" your name, since you do not have control over its use, including the right to prevent others from...

What are the steps and options available when my company receives a "cease and desist" from another company?

You should contact a patent lawyer. Patent lawyers are specialists that have passed a separate patent bar (in addition to the bar that all lawyers...