What are the limits on including song lyrics in letters, emails, documents, and the like?

You want to copy and distribute someone else's copyright-protected lyrics. To do that lawfully you need a license from the owner of the copyright...

Can I post a movie on you tube and claim " fair use " because I'm not making a profit ?

Q: "Would it be justifiable for me to claim "fair use" on this video because I am not making any money from it?" R: Of course not. Think about...

Can my company sue me for using their designs in my portfolio when no AND was signed

Although you should not disclose it in this forum, the analysis of your situation requires knowing what was designed. I do not assume the designs...

Similar Trademark

Q: "The name is similar to a live TM already registered in a different, but similar, class." R: If all you searched to locate confusingly...

My response to a similar question is posted below. As to your specific questions: Q: "Can i legally buy new shelf pulls and sell them as...

What are the steps I take on getting a patent on something I've designed

There are hundreds of questions and answers on this topic in Avvo's database. You should read many of them [via the link below]. Many provide...

Copyright Infringement Question, PLEASE HELP

I'll break the tie: Yes, you may properly be sued in New York for making an allegedly infringing, copyrighted work available for download via the...

I would like to remake the warriors into a comic how can I do that?

I think you're asking how to go about lawfully transforming movie characters into a comic book. You need to acquire a license from, at least, the...

What are the liabilities I face from profiting from user generated video contact?

Q: "If I create website where people pay to view user generated content what liabilities do I have for distributing that content?" R: Really? ...

I purchased hello kitty stickers and applied one to my bail enforcement badge and vdcjs told me I need permission

No permission [at least from Sanrio Co., Ltd] is needed. Because you're not selling your badge neither it nor the sticker is in commerce and so no...