If I take a picture of an athlete during a game, then put the same picture on a t-shirt, can I sell that t-shirt without getting

Yes, that could get you sued. The right of publicity prevents unauthorized use of the name or likeness of the celebrity. It does not matter how you...

I do not understand how they apply they money when they garnish your check

Consult a debt collection attorney (one who works for debtors not creditors) or bankruptcy attorney. They will review compliance or non-compliance...

Can I post negative things about a company on ratings review sites like RipoffReports.com & Yelp if i say i'm 90% sure that...?

Ripoff Report is a particularly sinister site, and itself a sort of ripoff. They never remove what you post and run a side business of a reputation...

I would like to know if you can take any type of action when a newspaper writes an article thats inaccurate

Yes, there are various forms of action for false statements, although mere opinions are generally protected by free speech. You need to see a civil...

I want to trademark a name, what is the safest and most cost effective way to do this ?

So, if I Understand you correctly, you want to protect a pen name under which you write. You could either register that as a service Mark for...

Do I have to send monthly and annual statements of account if I pay for all the royalties up front?

Generally, you need to keep sending the statements as long as you have the license, otherwise the copyright owner can terminate your license and...

I rented a tv from arental place it has been pawned. im i criminally liable for this tv

The rental company will demand either (a) TV or (b) money or (c) both. Most likely (c). Only if you don't do a, b or d will they likely pursue...

I have an online advertising business (i am not selling any products) and I am trying to figure how I have to register my LLC.

Sounds like you are going to need to collect IL sales tax since you are operating from IL and nowhere else. However, see an Internet business...

Well, first I should say anyone can sue anyone for anything. The real question is can they avoid getting tossed out of court and can they...

I am starting an organic vegetable farm. I am looking for the best business structure to protect my investment (life savings).

Discuss with your Illinois licensed attorney the possible formation of an SLLC (Series LLC). That might give you the flexibility to limit liability...