Michelle Kennedy's Answers (29)

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Can I contact owner of a service mark that is similar to mark i intend to use to see if he takes issue with my use of the mark?

Michelle's answer | Answered on July 11, 2017

I'm a Utah-based business and intellectual property lawyer who regularly files trademark applications. The attorneys above have outlined multiple...

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Can I cancel a housing contract I signed yesterday

Michelle's answer | Answered on April 24, 2017

Depending on the nature of your written communications with the original tenant and the terms of her original lease regarding subletting, you may...

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Do I have any rights about them not honoring a payment change

Michelle's answer | Answered on September 20, 2016

It is a good practice to get confirmation of revised terms in writing after a phone call. They can usually send an email, or maybe you can follow...

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Do I have to pay back taxes on real estate before I can put it up for sale in Salt Lake City Utah

Michelle's answer | Answered on September 20, 2016

You should consider consulting a lawyer experienced in Real Estate and/or Tax laws. You will likely have to pay back taxes.

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Using characters created thru an Ap for commercial use

Michelle's answer | Answered on September 20, 2016

There are so many talented designers trying to make a name for themselves in LA. You may consider hiring one as a work-for-hire, so that you own...

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What are the legal responsibilities of a "publisher" of a website on the internet who posts copyrighted intellectual works?

Michelle's answer | Answered on September 20, 2016

I agree with Andra in stating that you should submit a Digital Millennium Copyright Act take town notice immediately. You can do a preliminary...

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Ive been ask to play a few scences in a web series, friend of mines, im not a main character but how do i get paid for my role

Michelle's answer | Answered on September 20, 2016

Contracts are there to protect your rights and clarify everyone's expectations. SAG-AFTRA probably has some good contract templates or pointers for...

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Is my volunteer work product my property or the organisation's?

Michelle's answer | Answered on August 27, 2016

I would add that if it's a commissioned work, then it may depend on whether you had a contract and what it says. As a very general rule (which may...

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Does having intellectual property rights in home country make any difference in how to get the same here in the U.S.?

Michelle's answer | Answered on August 27, 2016

I agree with the other attorneys that it depends on the intellectual property rights that you have and the country you're from. Different countries...

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I'm looking for an agent for public speaking and I was told to look for an entertainment attorney who could function as an agent

Michelle's answer | Answered on August 27, 2016

"Agents" are often subject to very specific state laws, regulations, and licensing depending on where you hope to do business (e.g., California)....

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