Questions answered by Steve C. Vondran

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Is drawing a recognizable set from a TV show (Star Trek) copyright violation?

Steve's answer | Answered on March 12, 2015

Before any project like this is undertaken, I would contact the Star Trek owners (parent company) and seek permission. I met a lady the other day...

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If I have an idea for a t-shirt, let's say "Tires are Awesome", should I seek to copyright the phrase?

Steve's answer | Answered on March 12, 2015

My fellow attorneys have this one nailed. Copyright protects creative works fixed in a tangible medium. Things like logos, pictures, books, etc. ...

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What exactly is the penalty for impersonating someone online, along with false advertizing?

Steve's answer | Answered on March 12, 2015

I am confused. Are you Ashley? If not, I do not think you would be able to sue on her behalf (i.e. you would not have "standing" to seek...

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How can I research the laws that pertain to a breach of contract from the 2 lenders that play Ping-Pong with my home loan note.

Steve's answer | Answered on March 12, 2015

This is an unfortunate situation that we hear quite often from our California and Arizona homeowner Clients. The best thing I can say to do is get...

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Do I have a case against this Insurance Co.?

Steve's answer | Answered on March 12, 2015

My colleagues are correct, this is a personal injury question that a personal injury litigation attorney can help you with. Good luck, sorry to...

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I wanted to know if the same race of people keep moving in to my housing community if they are being chose above others.

Steve's answer | Answered on March 12, 2015

Generally speaking discrimination in all forms (including housing) should not be tolerated. If you suspect some type of wrong doing, you can check...

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Would I need a real estate lawyer? How do I go about pursuing a case?

Steve's answer | Answered on March 12, 2015

In every real estate fraud case, there are a lot of documents that must be sifted through and you probably need to have your case reviewed. Good...

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I received a foreclosure notice today, how do i proceed?

Steve's answer | Answered on March 12, 2015

You should contact a foreclosure or legal aid attorney to discuss your situation. You will have to look at all your alternatives. Good luck. ...

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Can i get an attoney to sue an insurance co on my behalf?

Steve's answer | Answered on March 12, 2015

You may have a case of insurance bad faith. You need to have the facts of your case discussed with an experienced insurance litigation law firm. ...

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I'm a sub in a school system and a parent is making false claims about my character to other parents, would I be able to sue?

Steve's answer | Answered on March 03, 2015

What are your damages? Many people have good defamation cases but a problem calculating what the damages would be.

Steve C. Vondran's Answers (192)

Is drawing a recognizable set from a TV show (Star Trek) copyright violation?

If I have an idea for a t-shirt, let's say "Tires are Awesome", should I seek to copyright the phrase?

What exactly is the penalty for impersonating someone online, along with false advertizing?

How can I research the laws that pertain to a breach of contract from the 2 lenders that play Ping-Pong with my home loan note.

Do I have a case against this Insurance Co.?

I wanted to know if the same race of people keep moving in to my housing community if they are being chose above others.

Would I need a real estate lawyer? How do I go about pursuing a case?

I received a foreclosure notice today, how do i proceed?

Can i get an attoney to sue an insurance co on my behalf?

I'm a sub in a school system and a parent is making false claims about my character to other parents, would I be able to sue?