User on my web forum named after a trademarked character

My colleagues offer sage advice. The simplest solution would be, as you propose, to simply rename or bar the user from using a trademarked name...

Is it legal to run an online contest throughout the United States with a cash prize (Completely free, purely on skill) ?

At the federal level, it is not illegal to conduct a sweepstakes if you adhere to the multitude of rules, regulations, and statutes that apply. ...

Can I be sued for copyright infringement and defamation for posting a nude photo online?

Unfortunately, this question and fact pattern raise a number of questions and touches upon several different legal practice areas, including, quite...

What licenses or registrations are needed when starting a web based business?

Each business is unique and every state's laws treat businesses within that state, even Web-based businesses, differently. The best way to move...

At the risk of sounding flippant, you can sue just about anybody for just about anything. However, I imagine your real question is something along...

Potentially, the problem is not in the concept of using quotes to introduce a book chapter, but instead it lies in the content of the particular...

I need a contract created

At the risk of incurring the wrath of my colleagues, there is no requirement that a contract be drafted by an attorney. Attorneys and law firms...

Online merchant sold refurbished 70" Sharp Aquos as new. TV broke Sharp will replace with refurbished. Paid for new-.Options?

And, ultimately, if you are unable to reconcile your differences with the manufacturer, your real dispute is with the online merchant who,...

I have a dress I bought and would like to copy the dress and put my own label on the dress. Is this legal

Good advice from bright attorneys. It is important to know that there is a whole line of case law (e.g., cases that have been tried and gone on to...

What do I need to do as a Sole Proprietor?

Each state has unique requirements for forming a limited liability company so you will need to make certain you satisfy the requirements for...