Can a character in a stage play sing a few lines from a copyrighted song, without the play's producers having to pay royalties?
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Answered on November 19, 2014
Unfortunately, it doesn't matter that it is not a "formal presentation" of part of the song, it would still be technically an infringement of the...
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Are court opinions subject to copyright, or can I freely post them on a website?
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Answered on November 19, 2014
If you are getting the opinions straight from Pacer, those are public records so there is no copyright problem. However, if you are, for instance,...
Architect's Liability Limit - California
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Answered on November 18, 2014
Limitation of liability (or "LOL") clauses are generally enforceable as long as they are reasonable. For example, a clause that would limit...
Recorded a song that I wrote lyrics/music.Asked someone to sing on it. What percentage does she get if its used commercially?
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Answered on November 18, 2014
As far as publishing royalties go, it sounds like she did not contribute to the authorship of the underlying composition, so she is not entitled to...
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Content license agreement. Standard?
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Answered on November 18, 2014
While I admire the DIY ethos, you do not want to mess around with IP rights-one wrong move and you could be on the receiving end of cease & desist...
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How to establish a non profit org to feed homeless population in Los Angeles?
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Answered on November 18, 2014
To begin with, you will not obtain the specificity that your proposal requires in this forum because there are many layers to what you are...
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My business partner (former friend) sold the business I funded without notifying me and refuses to return my calls.
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Answered on November 18, 2014
You do have recourse and should consult an attorney immediately. It sounds like you did not have a partnership agreement, but even so, there may...
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Can I create an audio track using creative commons material and still maintain the copyright?
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Answered on November 18, 2014
When you say "my portion" it sounds as if you will be adding new material that you have authored to the pre-existing licensed material, which...
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I'm thinking of buying a look-a-like mickey mouse character costume to wear for charity events in the Uk.
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Answered on November 17, 2014
Merely wearing a lawfully purchased Disney-themed costume doesn't run afoul of any copyright or trademark rights.
However, if you intend to...
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Do I need a service and product trademark for my service company that may sell products with our name on it?
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Answered on November 17, 2014
You will need to obtain registration for any and all classes of goods and services you intend to associate your trademark with in commerce, which...
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