If I have an online relationship with someone with no real intention to meet them and they send me money, is this a crime?

I would also add, the Terms of the Website may also dictate what behavior is appropriate when using its service.

I am in agreement with attorney Natoli. Even without all the details it sounds like you may be heading onto thin ice. Using the intellectual...

Can a screenwriter use a script he or she wrote under a work-for-hire agreement as a writing sample?

When you enter into a work made for hire agreement ("WMFH"), the owner of the copyright is also considered the 'author.' Thus, they have the...

Can copyright infringement cases "pierce the veil"?

If this venture is in the 'grey' area, this may be something you should discuss in greater detail with an attorney during a consultation. While...

What the heck are "manufacturability" and "operability" indemnifications?

I agree with attorney Doland. You will likely want to review the matter from start to finish with a patent attorney.

I'm making a flyer for my band and wanted to know if it's okay to include the logo of the venue I'll be playing on the flyer.

You should contact the venue to see how they would feel about this. Trademark 'fair use' almost always allows you to use a trademarked name in...

I create t-shirt designs for my shop. If I want to use an old movie poster as a background can I do that and sell them?

Using the copyrighted materials of others to sell your own goods is almost always going to be considered copyright infringement. Even if you were...

If I use the likeness of someone and their name for a minor part in my book, what are their rights and mine?

Matters of running any sort of sweepstakes/contest, this issue is usually handled with a release they will need to sign to be included. An...

In a copyright infringement suit, does filing an amended complaint "restart" the suit?

This 'hypothetical' sounds an awful lot like a law school exam question or a less-than-hypothetical actual example. Amending the complaint will...

I need a lawyer but I am not sure which type of lawyer can help with my problem

You will need to provide more information. Also, I have changed the practice area to "privacy" to help you get better responses.