Hi, I need some advice in terms of a copyright infringement

The ebook should have a copyright on it. Even if you are innocent (you claim you did not know), you would be liable for the 14 copies. Take a...

Can I copy a consent form word-for-word, but just substitute my organization's name for another?

It depends on where you obtained the consent form. If the content of the form is generic, then it would not be plagiarism. If you took it from a...

Cease and desist letter for my landlord

No you just have to be sure you fully complied with Florida law regarding the way you left your apartment and that there was no holdover. And you...

The band name "The Dirty Blue" is trademarked. My band name, "Dirty Blues" is not. Mine has been reported as trademark violation

A trademark is based upon its usage in connection with a product or service. Without knowing what the other product is, the names do sound...

My attorney did a terrible job and kept my money. Do I have recourse?

My best suggestion is to consult with a local legal malpractice attorney to whom you can disclose all of the facts and see if you have a case. If...

If a company exists already without a LLC, Name Reserve or copyright, what prevents someone else from registering the name?

Anyone doing business under a different name other than their own, must at least file for a DBA. In addition, if the name is being used in...

Does re-purposing a comic book into a new item(ex.shoes, pins) fall under the First-Sale Doctrine or is it infringement to sell?

It may or may not be a derivative work. If the comic books can be seen, the items would be considered derivative works. However, to be sure, see...

NY Intellectual Property Attorneys and Trademarks

A trademark covers the mark you use on your goods and services in commerce. A copyright covers original content. I strongly suggest that you put...

My mother is attempting to defame my character. I'm worried about professional consequences. How to proceed?

If what is stated is the truth or someone's opinion, it is not actionable. I am sorry that you are going through this. It will cost you too much...

If you are producing a short documentary about animation and you are playing on using well known characters, you may be incorrect that they are in...