If my contract calls has a provision in it that calls for both parties to resolve their legal issues in court of competent

Yes it does, but you should have an attorney review the contract to make sure. Sometimes the language of these types of clauses can be limited to...

6 years ago I entered a partnership in a business I gave $25,000 to this person I have the contract where it says 50% o earnings

CA Code of Civ Proc 337 sets the statute of limitations for breach of contract at 4 years, but there may be some facts that allow you to proceed...

Software Copyright Transfer Agreement

If you use "templates" for a transaction as nuanced as a software copyright assignment, you run the risk of selling yourself short. I am surprised...

We are a 2-person Llc registered in CA. We found out that a member had been added without our consent. What's our recourse?

I've never heard of a member being "added" to an LLC like this, but I suggest that you rely on the CA Secretary of State records because those are...

Your instincts are correct-the use of your marks in this way could create a likelihood of confusion with consumers. You really should hand the next...

I would be most concerned with trademark infringement, dilution (Youtube would likely be considered a famous mark at this point), and unfair...

If I wrote and illustrated a children's book, is there a significant chance I'd be accused of copyright infringement?

Copyright owners of existing children's books cannot prevent others from using broad themes (i.e. the story of a frog crossing a creek) and even...

LLC lic. suspended, how can I continue working?

Sure, you can continue to do business using that name, you will just operate without the benefit of protection that an LLC provides under CA law....

I have a question about copyright and the specifics on "works for hire".

If you have an employment agreement, I suggest having an attorney review it to see if you have assigned rights to any copyrightable works to your...

Business name and trademarks

The term "nontrademarkable name" is a little confusing. A name that is generic like "beer" if you are selling beer cannot serve as a trademark....