I just finished writing a novel, how do I get a copyright and how long does it last?

Under the 1976 Copyright Act, which applies to works fixed on or after January 1, 1978, federal copyright protection vests immediately upon...

Confusion on the Statutes of Limitations for copyright infringement.

This is a great question, because there really is no bright line answer. Section 507(b) requires that all civil actions under Title 17 be...

I act as an agent to help foodmakers sell abroad. I need an exclusive agreement with them to pay me a % when I find them buyers.

I concur. You really should seek the assistance of an attorney to draft the agreement for you. Make sure he is well versed in international law and...

Do I need a patent attornew to sign a non- disclosure agreement?

I concur with my colleagues. If the attorney violated your confidence by disclosing facts about your idea, he would be in violation of the rules of...

A driver hit my car and accepted resposibility . I have knee injuries and have been struggling with post-concussion symptoms.

I am not licensed to practice law in the state of Texas. I am only licensed to practice law in California. I cannot give any information about...

The fact that the agreement is hand-written as opposed to typed has no effect on whether or not the agreement is valid. Whether or not the...

Can the Town photograph our property and promote it as the sceenery people will see from their observation deck?

As long as the scenery, the Town of Duane is promoting can be seen from a public vantage point, the town is free to promote the scenery, in this...

Is a Contract Valid if Landlord makes and sign contract but then her boyfriend changes the contract and when I sign it?

You should request a signed copy of the revised lease agreement immediately. It is the best way to protect yourself and avoid any legal headaches...

Can an under age girl marry a family mrmber

The answer is no.

May I print old song lyrics in my novel without application for permission or paying fees.

A Publisher will not publish a novel without having cleared all potential legal hazzards. Every large publishing company has an entire department...