Is a musician liable for copyright infringement if they are credited on an unlicensed recording?

Actually, since the facts suggest that the band has not yet manufactured the CDs, the band may not yet be in violation of the requirement to get a...

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I would call back and find out exactly which item(s) the folks in customs are concerned with. Disney does not "own" the rights to a hand with...

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Legally, do I need permission to write a cleff note version of an existing book?

As indicated above, yes, you need to get permission from the publisher and author first, and you should consult with an attorney who can help you...

My question is does a name like Yap which I find gernaric and common deserving of a narrow scope of protection.

I too think it would be helpful for you to restate your question. In the meantime, however, I think it is worth mentioning that what trademark...

Had a fallout with an actor, how can i use these scenes.

Actually, if this is a high school production, as you've indicated, I would suggest that you consult with your teacher or other school advisor on...

What are the legal ramifications we should be concerned about?

Yes, there are many legal ramifications that you need to consider. From a copyright perspective, you definitely need to have the right to...

If I create a new image from a photograph that I saw in a newspaper, does that fall under "derivative use"?

Quoting from Copyright Circular 14: "To be copyrightable, a derivative work must be different enough from the original to be regarded as a "new...

What is the fastest way for a person to get a license to practice law in California?

I don't know whether you can get into the SCALE program @ Southwestern Law School without a bachelor's degree, but it is a well-established,...

How should I get a former business partner to release claims on an idea/prototype that I developed and they gave up on?

The fact that you refer to someone as the CEO and yourself as CTO is interesting if there was no business entity. That being said, when...

Is there a way for my fiance and I to make a contract stating that I agree to give him X amount of money per month

It is not uncommon for lenders to rely on rental and lease agreements when making loans. So, in theory you might be able to structure the...