Are the video published by the US Department of State or other government agencies considered public domain?

The US Government does not hold copyright in works it produces. This is why it is legal to cite to case law or political speeches. However,...

Can I create a free/paid subscription mailing list that revolves around sending links to my list from specific CL job postings?

I agree with Attorney Vaccaro. In addition it appears that what you are planning is a breach of contract, violating the rules of the terms of use.

What are the restrictions when it comes to using specific brands to make food I'm marketing?

It is not a trademark infringement to use a product like Swanson in food preparation as long as you do not in any way imply that your product is...

If I understand correctly, someone is selling your product no Amazon. Did they buy the product from you? If so, they are allowed to resell it on...

If an employer doesn't want to negotiate with indep contract employee for new agreement, does that constitute a "breach of cont

Saying that you are free to negotiate means you are free to ask for a change. It does not need to be said. Of course, they are free to say no and...

Entrapment would mean that she coerced you into committing a crime. This is not the case. It does not seem that the professor did anything...

Am I entitled to royalties if I found my picture on a poster that I found on a museum's website, as well as on a published book?

It is extremely unlikely that you could obtain any sort of compensation. First of all, your mother consented to use of the photo. Second, as the...

Looking for guidance on possible defamation.

You don't indicate whether the report that you were arrested is true or not. If the photo is legitimate and you were arrested and booked, then...

Can I sue someone for leaking my information about being arrested?

The fact that you were arrested is public information. Unless you can show that some of the information was obtained illegally, you have no case...

How would one get an alias name or fictitious name if I'm an online entertainer.

You could (and should) form a business entity if you do not already have one, either an LLC or a corporation, registered in California. Use the...