Is my work a derivative work that can be copyrighted or is there infringement?

The term "one similar aspect" could mean so many things. You really need to have a short interview with an IP attorney, explain in detail what hte...

By-laws are for corporations, Operating Agreements are for LLCs. Operating Agreements tend to be more extensive and discuss matters like...

It is the bank accounts which need to be kept separate and attention must be paid that you sign as officer for the correct company. Phone number...

No need to first check the terms and conditions of the web site. Most have provsions for data entry errors similar to this.

What do i need to do?

Mr. Chen is correct on the procedure to follow now. If you do nothing, the scenario of Mr. Stempler, and the difficulty of setting aside a default...

The type of lien is hard to understand. Mr. Chen is correct about the judgment lien and the California exemption.

Consulting fees owed

Your facts are interesting as far as they go. Without reviewing your consulting conract no one can analyse what your remedies may be. Hire a...

Can a decision made by a board of directors be changed with a majority vote without the entire board knowing about it?

Without knowing any other details or viewing your bylaws good analysis is not possible. However, you should really consider getting a local...

If I have an LLC in my name, can I still get the trade name too?

You seem to mixed up between tradename and perhaps trademark. One company can have many tradenames which may or may not be the name of the company....

Clets

No question.