Am I breaking the law?

This question has been asked a lot — I think that you have somewhat answered your own question: if you’re dressing up as “famous storybook...

Mr. Ballard has given you an excellent analysis - you really need to confer with an attorney who understands intellectual property law before you...

Mr. Ballard has given you an excellent analysis - you really need to confer with an attorney who understands intellectual property law before you...

What is the classification number for a trademark on a software program?

I agree partially with Mr. Thomme — “Computer software for {educational learning}” is in class 9, “educational assessment” may be in class 41. You...

I'm a bit confused by your question - do you want to use the elements of the California state seal or the state seal itself?

I have to agree with Mr. Ballard and Mr. Ansari. The owners of the rights in the DVDs you are selling are very aggressive in protecting those...

If the letters were written for inclusion in the book, do you have something in writing to that effect? Did the authors acknowledge in writing that...

Must whoever officiates the wedding be an ordained minister or a judge?

It really depends on the rules in your state and your locale. You should call the office where you obtain a marriage license and ask. If you are in...

A high school student is designing a website for my business. How do I draw up a contract to say that I own the content/ ideas?

In some states anyone 16 or older can sign a contract - you should check your state's law on this point.

I belong to a non-profit senior citizen group and produce our monthly newsletter. I get articles from the internet. Is this ok?

You are absolutely subject to copyright laws. You might fall under “fair use”, though, based on your description, I doubt it. You really should...