Ideally BOTH parents or legal guardians as well as a minor of literate age should execute personal service contracts. To avoid the contract being...

Am I in copyright infringement if I sell a photo I own as prints, posters, etc. The image is of books in a bookcase.

Sounds like a great idea! You should be OK as long as there is no art on the spine.

The test of copyright duration under the 1909 and 1976 Copyright Acts runs from the date of first publication with proper notice. Best to consult a...

Yes! You are correct. Effective date of the registration controls. Good luck!

Can i print song titles or lyrics on my tshirts for sale to the public?

Sorry. No. Not if the song is protected by copyright.

What parts needed to be included in the agreement for shooting a music video with a few performers or participants?

1) Pre-production and development agreements with composer(s), script writers, music publisher(s), owner of master recording, producers, investors,...

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How do I protect myself?

1) Be sure you acquire the copyright in the art from the artists in a written instrument; 2) Register the copyright with the Copyright Office...

Artist name for trademarking?

Yes. Possibly. If the prior ("senior") user used the name "in commerce" and claims it as a trademark.

Can I hire an attorney in order to contact a television network vice president?

Yes. It's a good idea to have an attorney assist you with the submission. If the studio or production company agrees to accept your unsolicited...

Trademarking clothing brands?

You need 2 application/registrations: one for the "standard character" (word) mark and one for the "design" (logo) mark.