Hi, what are the advantages/disadvantages of registering a sound recording vs, registering a song.

When you register the song itself, you are establishing underlying rights in all iterations and derivatives of that song. I do not understand...

I used my husband credit card without his permission debit is about $11,00 we are in the middle of a divorce, my divorce atty is

Please contact a family law attorney. My understanding is that this is not a criminal matter that would result in probation but something you need...

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Is it legal to take a picture of an individual posted on an online dating site and post it to another website?

No. Don't do that. Just because something is online does not mean that it's public domain. In fact, a copyright is owned on each of those photos...

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Could you please add a question? You're stating a series of facts, and I can't understand what you are asking about. Please supplement your answer.

You have asked some very good questions, what the answers are complicated. They involve both copyright and patent law, potentially, when you begin...

There is a business behind my house that roasts coffee. The fumes of the exhaust is irritating not to mention the health risks.

Your solution lies in the AQMD and/or getting the fumes declared a nuisance under tort law. See what action plans the "others" have taken and...

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Can a plaintiff request a trial date in an Unlawful Detainer before defendant files an answer?

The other two attorneys have provided you with the answer I would provide. You seem to be thinking too much about procedure without having the...

If someone gave you their credit card and permission to use it, as a gift, can they sue you for that money?

I agree with Attorney Levine, that a gift is usually a gift. Your former significant other's problem - and yours, if you end up in small claims...

Do I need a lawyer if I have committed a hit and run of an unattended vehicle and was offered a misdemeanor compromise?

If it were me, I would hire a criminal defense attorney, even if it were to be for one hour of that attorneys time. Having a criminal record is a...

Is a civil judgment against me (business owner) a tax deduction?

A good source for you to get a confidential answer to this question is to consult with your CPA. It would depend on what kind of business entity...