I am looking to start a business with the word "muggle" in the name. With copyrights & trademarks I'm so confused. Is this ok?
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Answered on February 26, 2015
Before investing in a business plan that involves phrases, names and slogans suggestive of famous works & marks, you should always consult an...
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How can my freind's Electrical Contracting firm collect grossly pastdue payments from several customers?
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Answered on February 26, 2015
You have disclosed way too much information. This is a public forum for general legal information, not a solicitation service. If you wish to...
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Can I put a quote from a book, a non-fiction novel, on a greeting card then sell it?
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Answered on February 26, 2015
Short phrases are generally not covered by copyright, but in the case of books, if the phrase is recognizable and basically a "money" phrase, then...
If someone pays me money to create a piece of art can they use it commercially?
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Answered on February 26, 2015
Under 17 USC 106A you have what are known as "moral rights" in your art. This statute gives you (1) a right of attribution and (2) a right of...
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Does using the macot and colors of a NCAA school for personal use not resale violate copyright laws?
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Answered on February 26, 2015
If you were given permission by the university then you should get that in writing and submit it to the manufacturer.
They are entirely...
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I want to reverse the purchase a used motorcycle from a dealer, I have not taken or rode it yet and they have still have it.
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Answered on February 26, 2015
It depends on what the terms of your contract are with the dealership. If you submitted a down payment then you almost certainly signed a contract....
I wrote a song and someone else recorded the song without my permission. Can I take them to court if I didn't copy write it?
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Answered on February 26, 2015
Under 17 USC 411(a) a copyright owner needs to have a registered copyright before a court will allow an infringement suit to take place. However,...
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I sold my business in March 2014 and the fellow was suppose to make monthly payment to me, he has not kept up with the agreement
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Answered on February 25, 2015
$15K is over the jurisdictional limit for small claims so to sue for the entire amount your son would need to file in superior court. He could do...
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What are the options for LLC enforcing a contractual obligation based on the below agreement?
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Answered on February 25, 2015
It is bare-bones and probably enforceable but ill-advised for a consulting services contract. What does "consulting services" entail? When is...
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How do I legally use Open Courseware/Videos released under a creative commons (CC BY-NC-SA) license?
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Answered on February 25, 2015
There should be an explanation of the scope of the license on the website where the content resides. If any of the terms are unclear, hire a lawyer...
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