Can I tell employees that my partner is embezzling money?

While taking action against the "partner" is necessary, it is vital that you ensure the employees can cash their check upon receipt. The Labor...

Can I use an LLC entity for my business operation?

Licensed professions cannot use the LLC form, so the LLC cannot be used for medical practices, legal practices, contractors, or even barbers....

I have a question about fan made films based on comic book characters and other material. Can we be sued?

Yes, the studios would care enough to send you a cease-and-desist letter, and a lawsuit if you don't stop. They take their responsibilities as the...

Investor Transactions without any statements

I don't know that this is a fraudulent transaction, but I have quite a few concerns about it. The vagueness of the numbers, the inability or...

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If I use a pen name for a book, who do I put as the author on the copyright application? Can an LLC own the copyright?

The chain of legal title is important to you personally. The copyright form has a space for pen names; see the link below. While you have the right...

Trademark search does it matter

While searching on the USPTO website is an excellent idea, it is only part of the process, as it only contains registered trademarks, and what...

I gave an individual 16K for business contract paying me back $2500 per month for 2 years. I have a written contract notarized.

First, the numbers do not seem to add up. $2500 a month for 24 months would net $60,000, not $16,000. I'm not sure if you meant $60,000. Your next...

You probably would be facing a lawsuit and significant damages. Under California Civil Code sec. 3344, every person (not just celebrities) has the...

In 1989 My friend registered the soccer team named Hollywood United. He chose out of three names the can he sue?

Can he sue for what? To stop another from using the name "Hollywood United" for a soccer team? To have any rights to a trademark, he would have to...

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Can I use quotes I got off the internet from famous people in the book I'm pub for profit if I give them credit as the source.

Fair use looks at four factors: 1. What is the nature of the second work -- your work, in this case? Is it commercial, educational? 2. What is...