How do I reach these companies to get such a license? Is there a fee I must pay to print their slogan, attributing them in book?

Yes you need permission, or a license, to use a company's recognized slogans, because they are the company's trademarks. You might try contacting...

Is it legal to use a painting that I made and sold in a children's book?

Selling a painting you create as an independent artist does not transfer your copyright in the painting. The copyright in that sold painting...

Can I quote "Think different" in a textbook, if I properly attribute Apple as the originator? Website says: (See next post)?

These slogans designate source for the companies that own them. Hence, they represent these companies' trademarks. To use each (except for very...

Can I use a picture from the internet

If you are talking about a current day celebrity photo then copyright therein likely exists. All states protect a right if publicity for the...

Selling knock-off products is a violation of the legitimate company's trademarks and constitutes unfair competition. Enhanced damages are...

I suggest you find a California litigator familiar with employment law governing employee/employer obligations as to ownership and rights in trade...

Start a business in California and then move to another state (Ex. AZ, IN, etc.)?

You may want to consider operating the business as a sole proprietorship for the short-term, including filing a DBA and getting proper business...

I agree with Mr. Bernard. You are responsible for knowing and abiding by terms of your contract. Unless the contract required the other party to...

How do I find out if there is a TM or patent on a food product??

It is not likely that a recipe for BBQ sauce involves a novel and nonobvious proceess or composition, so the prior owner is not likely to have a...

What does the law say about the Franchise Tax Board placing a levy based a non existent tax debt and doing so without notice?

I suggest you hire a California CPA to review the facts and clarify any responsibility you may have, and, if none, or less than was taken, assist...