Legally, am I participating in false or deceptive advertising - or does this meet the definition of "spokesperson."

IF you are representing yourself to the public that you are another person and have his credentials, it could be considered fraud, false...

There are several issues involved. You need to contact a royalty tracking company to ascertain the costs involved in tracking the royalties or...

How would I find out the worth of an original piece of work dated 1919 by Australia artist Ethel Barringer .

Many auction houses in NY, CA and Chicago and elsewhere offer free appraisals. Check with them.

Can I sell a t-shirt with my own illustration of iconic parts of my favorite sports cars without infringing copyright laws?

I agree with my colleagues except if the cars are were designed within the last 20 years, in which case you should ensure that there is no design...

How much would it cost me to sue them. What is the ballpark figure for the amount I can sue them for copyright infringement?

You need to consult an IP attorney. You also need to ascertain whether someone affiliated with you filed for a copyright and then sold it. There...

Is this correct?

It does not sound correct. I would contact the attorney. The $3000 sounds like it could be the attorneys fee for filing the bankruptcy.

With whose services will it be best to hire a patent attorney to run a global startup?

You should consult a U.S. patent attorney who can assist you with the necessary filings throughout the world and with protecting as much of the IP...

Is there any statue or code I can use in court that proves verbal agreements are legal

Verbal agreements are legal if they comply with the statute of frauds. You will need to provide as much written documentation and other proof that...

Am I legally required to turn over this data? Is it my data or hers? She has all the bank records and so on.

You are not legally required to give a client data more than once. You did not cut off access to the new accountant; your client did when she...

What is the appropriate language to inform them of my legal right and that i will use it?

YOu must send them a cease and desist letter with the name of your trademark, the date of registration or the common law basis of your mark,etc. It...