What is libel

You write from Chicago. I refer you to 740 ILCS 145, the actual Illinois statute on slander and libel so you can read the definitions yourself...

Is it illegal to sell something like sony headset, which is replica?

You are being too vague. What is "something" and "it" ? You need to be more specific. Replicas are often legal if they do not bear the brand...

He is surely just "venting". A defamation suit by him for this paternity allegation will get summarily dismissed. If you can afford it, you...

Libel is the wrong Label for which your child's mother is not Liable. You can sue, but you should do that in a paternity, divorce or custody...

What exactly are a music publishing co. duties and responsibilities?

Music royalties can take 5 forms: (1) royalties from "print rights" (2) mechanical royalties from the recording of composed music on CDs...

Can I project a Microsoft xbox kinect video game publicly for people to play in the street?

Yes. This is not likely something your XBOX end user agreement authorizes. I doubt Microsoft would find this objectionable as it promotes their...

Do I have any right to file suit for royalties in a film I acted in as a child?

I am licensed in both IL and MO. The Dove Foundation (based in Michigan) and Feature Films for Families (FFFF), known here in the St. Louis area...

Does "twitter" infringe "twitters" trademark ?

This question would require application of the 13 "DuPont factors" (so named because they were set forth in the follow case involving DuPont...

You need to see a trademark lawyer. Your question shows you do not understand trademark law in the least. You cannot trademark names that already...

My college is still false advertising a program they say they quit. can i still take the program if they are advertising it?

This makes no sense. If you graduated, why would you want to take the course again? And, NO you can't take a course they do not offer. The ad is...