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3 Answers | Asked in Copyright, Entertainment / Sports and Intellectual Property for California on
Q: Can I legally create an app for watching movies and shows together from various streaming platforms?

This app allows you to log in using profiles from various streaming services like Netflix, Max, Disney+, and more. It enables you to watch movies and TV shows with friends and family, not through screen sharing, but together in a shared viewing experience.

The app will store copies of all... View More

Julie C Hancock
Julie C Hancock
answered on Sep 21, 2023

The app storing copies of all available movies and shows on your server is going to be an issue - this amounts to unlawful copying and performing of a copyrighted work without permission. You should consult a copyright attorney to better understand your legal options.

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2 Answers | Asked in Copyright, Entertainment / Sports and Gaming for Minnesota on
Q: if copyrighted music is in a game, and you upload a video of the game with the music, is there copyright infringement

i had uploaded a video on youtube of beatsaber, in it there was copyrighted music, i got a claim from the music owners, i took the video down and deleted it, what can i do in the future to avoid copyright claims if there is copyrighted music in the game

Julie C Hancock
Julie C Hancock
answered on May 13, 2021

Any time you post a video game, or clip of anything, or use it in your own video or work, there can be numerous elements copyright protected - the music, the graphics, any dialogue contained and the work as a whole. Each aspect you use requires permission from the copyright owner to use in anything... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for California on
Q: My business partner lied on his DS-160 form in 2013 while applying for b1/b2.

My brother lied in his DS-160 form in 2013 while applying for b1/b2. He mentioned fake college name and degree in the form.The same info was repeated again in 2018 while filling DS-160 while renewing b1/b2 .He still has valid b1/b2 but is worried about future and wants to amend the mistake he made... View More

Julie C Hancock
Julie C Hancock
answered on Jul 27, 2020

You definitely should consult with an immigration attorney to evaluate this situation and determine next steps. Misrepresentation to obtain an immigration benefit is a very serious matter and can have serious consequences to your brother's future ability to travel to the United States.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Colorado on
Q: H4 to F1. How does this affect I140 process in the future?
Julie C Hancock
Julie C Hancock
answered on Jul 27, 2020

A number of factors need to be reviewed in any immigration situation to determine what, if anything, will affect the filing of an I-140, or any similar application for status. Details need to be evaluated in total when you are ready to file a new petition or change status and should be done... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law and Immigration Law for New York on
Q: Q: i appeals my case in the immigration seven months ago but i still didn't receive an answer what i should do thank you
Julie C Hancock
Julie C Hancock
answered on Jul 27, 2020

This requires more information and a more detailed look at your specific situation, including what type of immigration status or matter you are dealing with, what you were denied for, where you appealed, and the circumstances around that. If you had an attorney help you file the appeal, you should... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Texas on
Q: What does the I-485 packet need to include when filing concurrently besides credit report and check?

Hi, me and my husband has attempted to send in our I-485 document twice now and have failed every time because of missing documents. We are filling our I-130 and I-485 concurrently. The I-130 has been submitted online and we are now trying to send in the I-485. Our I-485 packet now includes a check... View More

Julie C Hancock
Julie C Hancock
answered on Jul 27, 2020

As stated in other replies, what documentation you need depends entirely on your situation. If your documents have been rejected twice now, it would be a good idea for you and your husband to work with an immigration attorney to ensure a proper filing, and proper supporting evidence.

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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for New York on
Q: Can a programmer without higher education immigrate to the US?

Hello.

What are the ways for immigration to a programmer without higher education in the US?

Interested in working immigration or business.

Thanks in advance!

Julie C Hancock
Julie C Hancock
answered on Jun 26, 2019

This depends on your background - your work history, your education outside of the U.S., any recognition you may have received for your work or area of expertise, whether you have a job offer, what that job offer is and a number of other factors. For a visa or green card is not always necessary to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Florida on
Q: I am on J1 applied for COS into dependent O3, currently pending. Should I tell my employer about the change.

I am on J1 and applied for COS into dependent O3 visa. Can I tell my employer and move with my husband within a month. Will it be safe to assume that becuase my I 94 expires in 2021 and I applied for COS in March, I can still make a move. Or my status will be jeopardized because of cancellation of... View More

Julie C Hancock
Julie C Hancock
answered on Jun 26, 2019

If you have not already done so, you should schedule a consultation with an immigration attorney to review your situation. The answer to your question requires a number of details best done in a consultation with an attorney to ensure you take the steps necessary to maintain your status.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Ohio on
Q: B2 visa multiple visit with in 2months

Hi mom has b2 visa issued in 2014, she visited me in 2014 for 6 months. Her second visit was on 4rd nov 2018 to 3rd may 2019 to help me with my newborn. Recently I got job and want my mom’s help so booked a ticket for her 28th June 2019(58 days after she left USA). Is there a chance she can be... View More

Julie C Hancock
Julie C Hancock
answered on Jun 26, 2019

There is always a chance anyone will be denied entry at port; however, unless there is some other issue present, this does not seem likely in this scenario. Without speaking to you to understand the details and any potential issues your mom could face at the border, I cannot provide a more... View More

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