Your question is too broad and requires more details to answer. For example, drawing your own characters and stories could be permissible but...

How do I obtain permission to use original music to a tune in which I've created my own lyrics?

The easy part of your question, you can contact the owner of the music to request a license or permission. Some large organizations, such as ASCAP...

"How different does a car design have to be to avoid 'likeness' legal trouble in a video game?"

What constitutes copyright infringement is extremely fact-specific. The bottom line is anytime you use the material of another because of its...

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While the logo design may be in the 'public domain,' there could be trademark infringement issues if an organization is currently using it as a...

Have small claims court against a company in another state (Internet purchase). where do I file? in my state or in the company s

If the amount is $1,000,000 you will not be permitted to file in a small claims court. Regarding the state to file in, your purchase order or...

Can one take live sports statistics from another website and post it to their own website without getting in trouble?

Sports scores are facts and not the exclusive property of any party. However, how you get the information could be in violation. For example,...

I want to know my rights against online games companys.

The short answer is that the game is likely governed by an End-User License Agreement ("EULA") or Terms of Service ("ToS") that define what actions...

Combining my Christian based lyrics with copyrighted music:

Parodies/satires can sometimes be a defense to copyright infringement. Generally, using the original material to make a comment upon the original...

Can I buy a form of product packaging, change a few characteristics, and resell as a product that is not used for packaging?

Modifying goods usually carries several risks with it but may be able to be done legally. You will have to contact an attorney to discuss in more...

If an item is created from a medium that resembles a trademarked symbol, and it is sold, that is trademark infringement correct?

Attorney Vaccaro is absolutely correct. These 'weekend warriors' are likely doing this in spite of the trademark and copyright risks. This type...