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How do I legally make a movie about my deceased Mom who gave me her verbal permission without involving my one sibling?
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Answered on October 14, 2014
Interestingly, you need an estate planning attorney for this one. After you settle the likeness rights with the estate, you can more easily answer...
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Do I have to pay US taxes if I am staying in US on B1 visa for couple of months multiple times a year?
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Answered on October 13, 2014
It depends on whether your home country has any type of treaty with the U.S. Generally you need to pay taxes on your income from the source...
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If I answer the Calif Franchise Tax Board Questions, would they try to "catch me" on something else?
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Answered on October 13, 2014
Those docs could be used for the assessment, but a bigger question is how to resolve the issue. Find a tax attorney who can help you out. He/she...
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If I file bankruptcy and include an account I am an authorized user on, will the debt be paid & the account closed?
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Answered on October 13, 2014
The debt doesn't get paid unless a party pays money or settles the account, but your portion of the liability is generally removed via bankruptcy. ...
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If I have more debts and judgments then I am not aware of when I file bankruptcy, what happens?
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Answered on October 13, 2014
Some good answers here... A debtor usually has a good argument for a discharge, but creditors do deserve notice of the bankruptcy filing. Hire an...
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Is this slander.
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Answered on October 13, 2014
You're probably searching for whether it's libel or some type of newsworthiness video. Public figures get a different analysis. Aside from this...
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What are the copyright infringment risks for a book that summarizes scientific research papers?
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Answered on October 13, 2014
Copyright will be applicable and you'll need an attorney to write an opinion for any e&o policies. Aside from what you use and how, another...
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What percentage should a Producer receive from Singer, Songwriter, Publisher, Engineer, and Manager in the Entertainment Ind.?
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Answered on October 13, 2014
Standard is 3% royalty on records sold. This can either be payable by artist or record company. Things are changing quickly and points may not be...
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Are street performances legal in VA?
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Answered on September 14, 2014
They may be... City and state ordinances matter... You also need to ensure that you are properly licensed with the owners of any songs you are...
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I am looking for an Entertainment lawyer that can get me aligned with a management firm / team.
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Answered on September 14, 2014
There are some very good attorneys in the Baltimore area. Try AVVO and also the Maryland State Bar.
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