Filling book copyright under pen name for the 1st time, but book was written few years ago and previously sold online.

1. What does the ageement state? You state that you have purchased the exclusive rights to a previously written book that has never been...

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Requesting documents from the government as proof of sale of a foreign business

Your question reads to me as if you believe this deal occured on American soil, you are unhappy with it, and you want to know if there is something...

In submitting images to the Copyright Office, should I submit the out-of-the-camera versions or final edits.

I recommend submitting the image that you want a registered copyright for, and that is likely the edited, color adjusted, cropped image. For...

Is it copy right infringement if I silhouetted a squirrel reaching up from a real photo?

The answer is yes, and it appears the company is serious about pursuing legal action against you. It does not mean they would win. (Note, they do...

Assuming everything you have stated is accurate, then yes, this is illegal and yes, you can foce them to remove your images, and yes, you can sue...

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So, if I have the paperwork that shows that I am waiting for renewal of the EAD that still does not count?

You need to exlain your situation with more clarity. EAD usually stands for Employment Authorization Documents. MVA's in most states require...

I am an independent contractor. The director of the facility where I work is committing copyright infringement.

Mr. Ballard and Mr. Natoli are correct. There is a chance you could become named in a lawsuit for copyright infringement, regardless of being an...

What are the author's rights to copyright under a work for hire agreement when the author has not been paid for the work?

The longer you wait before seeing an attorney, the weaker your position likely becomes. Also, the contract likely contains clauses for breach,...

If I build a smart phone app that explains how to do something that is technically illegal can I be sued if someone is caught?

I am not sure sex in an airplane lavatory IS technically illegal, but agree with my colleague that a disclaimer is appropriate. But realize that...

I have an Ent. Music prod/Publishing S-Corp As an employer how can i sponsor my employee artist/producer get him U.S work visa

This question should be posted onto an immigration, sponsoring immigrant Practice area. You will receive more informed, helpful responses if you...