I want to make a 60 second video for a contest entry. Can I use a line from a song without copyright permission?

I agree with attorney Moens. I'd add that it might be worthwhile to read the small print regarding the contest. They might allow parodies and...

Will I likely be charged?

I'd be surprised if you were charged with anything. The store, however, might send you a terse letter telling you to stay off their property and...

The only thing I can add to my colleagues' answers is that you can always ask the copyright holder (or their agent, etc.) for permission (e.g. a...

A short phrase generally can't be copyrighted so you're probably out of luck there. You might be able to trademark the aphorisms but the trademark...

Am I responsible for paying a fee for canceling a contract I never signed?

If you didn't sign the contract and you did not receive any services from them, then I would think that they can't hold your feet to the fire on...

There's nothing I can add to my colleagues' answers except a little bit of advice when it comes to fees. If all you are looking for is a contract...

If I get pulled over and drugs were found in my car and my boyfriend takes the blame, can I get in trouble?

Whether he's found guilty or not, you might find yourself in trouble. Whether the charges against you would stick, or whether the prosecutor would...

My husband and I have shares in a LLC? He is deceased how do I remove his name from the partnership?

My condolences. It's likely that the LLC's Operating Agreement discusses what happens when a member passes away. Generally, it will activate an...

Can the city put liens on hotels

I would be shocked if they could not put a lien on the hotel in one capacity or another. However, the particulars of your situation might...

I'd call your bank just to ensure that they didn't process the check. You're only entitled to the money once and, so long as you only received the...