If I remake a song, using the same melody as the original, but completely changing the words, can I sell it legally?
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Answered on June 12, 2015
Just as a clarification, the music and the lyrics of a song are each subject to copyright protection, separately or together. So, you would be...
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Does an arbitration agreement cover all services and products including ones you are not signed up for or affiliated with?
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Answered on June 12, 2015
For a complete answer you will need to retain counsel to read the agreement for the services you do have with this company, but based on the...
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Do I file ex parte application with the arbitrator?
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Answered on June 12, 2015
Arbitration is structurally equivalent to litigation and the arbitrator, or the arbitration agency if you are using something like AAA or JAMS,...
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Should I get a lawyer or arbitrator?
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Answered on June 12, 2015
You might also see your local Better Business Bureau. In some areas, they provide a "CARE" arbitration option wherein consumers can have their...
Can i get out of arbitration?
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Answered on June 12, 2015
While the previous responders provide a reasonable strategy for getting into court, you have a contract which says arbitration is the venue of...
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Can S corp act as a manger of an llc
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Answered on June 12, 2015
The corp can be the manager. This means that someone must act as the embodiment of the corp, i.e. someone with authority to act on the corp's behalf.
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Opinions on settlements for trademark infringement?
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Answered on June 12, 2015
Refusing to settle on any basis is usually more a matter of ego or obstinacy than good sense. Trademark infringement is a civil claim so the...
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COPYRIGHT LAW - Does providing "no copyright infringement intended" notice protect from a copyright infringement claim?
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Answered on June 12, 2015
The only possible benefit to such a statement would be if you were sued for infringement, and lost, you might be able to avoid penalties under...
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COPYRIGIHT LAW - If and how much copyrighted footage can be used in an original film without seeking permission.
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Answered on June 12, 2015
Even under fair use the guideline is to use as little as possible, and then maybe you are protected. It is always safer to ask for permission. ...
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Would it be considered copyright infringement If I use their answer?
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Answered on June 12, 2015
There may or may not be copyright issues in the blog answer. There may be an automatic right to republish unique to blogs as stated by Attorney...
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