Your current state is Ohio
I am not sure participating in Draftkings is legal in federal law or not.
I am aware that as a green card holder, purchasing or consuming marijuana can be the reason for denial of my application, even though it is legal in my state. This is due to it’s federal illegality.
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answered on Nov 23, 2023
Participating in DraftKings, or similar online fantasy sports platforms, can raise concerns when applying for U.S. citizenship, particularly if there's ambiguity about its legality under federal law. Although fantasy sports are legal in many states, federal law can view certain types of online... View More
I am considering a few ideas and want to relate them to my dog. I have a dream of owning and running a Dog Kennel and Breed Dogs Officially and I have a Gaming Community that is looking for an Official Name. I would like to relate it with K9. I know K9 is often referring to Federal Working Dogs and... View More
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answered on Dec 4, 2023
Using "K9" in the name of your dog kennel or gaming community is generally permissible, as "K9" is a common term used to refer to dogs, particularly in the context of police or military dogs. The term itself is not typically subject to copyright because it is considered a... View More
In 2017 Activision didn't renew a licensing deal they had with Marvel so they had to take down all of their Marvel games they had published. So I wanted to know if it would still be illegal to download any of those games through a website even though there is no possible way to get those games... View More
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answered on Nov 18, 2023
Whether a company has renewed a licensing deal or not, it is still illegal to pirate a game. The expiration of a licensing deal, such as the one between Activision and Marvel, affects the company's ability to sell or distribute the game, but it does not affect the copyright status of the game.... View More
The Skullgirls team has taken a digital product that many people purchased and altered it in very significant ways. They've cut out entire pages from the art book, removed and re-announced voice lines, and drawn over concept art to make it less offensive. The current Skullgirls team, while... View More
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answered on Nov 17, 2023
The situation you're describing with the Skullgirls digital product raises complex issues in digital content and consumer rights. In the digital realm, the rights and expectations can be significantly different from those associated with physical products. The End User License Agreement (EULA)... View More
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answered on Nov 6, 2023
To register a bond certificate from Publisher's Clearing House, you should first review the documentation that came with the bond for any specific registration instructions. If no clear instructions are provided, contact Publisher’s Clearing House directly for guidance on how to register... View More
he continued to not play the game for a month
typo at the begining i was suposed to be it
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answered on Oct 19, 2023
If your friend quit a game out of frustration, threw his Rubik's cube at a wall, and left to clean, it could be considered a form of rage quitting, especially if it was driven by intense emotions. His decision to not play the game for a month afterward may also indicate that he needed a break... View More
We (a US-based entity) have an online-based game and were approached by an entity in Russia that wants to license the game from us to expand that game into their territory. Are there current sanctions that would prevent us from offering our game to people in Russia?
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answered on Sep 26, 2023
It is advisable to divide your question into 2 parts. The first part concerns compliance with US legislation regarding sanctions against Russian legal entities and individuals. The second part of the question is related to the retaliatory sanctions of the Russian authorities against American... View More
I'll pay for the copy right.
answered on Sep 23, 2023
Contact the owner of the Sonic character’s copyright and make it a generous offer.
Specifically, if one were to create a character from mainstream media from scratch, that already exists and share it with others without receiving any form of compensation, is that illegal? One side tells me it's non-profit so it's okay. I read elsewhere that it falls under infringement.
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answered on Sep 19, 2023
Creating and sharing a character from mainstream media, even without compensation, can still potentially constitute copyright infringement. Copyright law grants creators exclusive rights to their work, including the right to create derivative works. While non-profit status may be a consideration,... View More
I was 19 at the time and am currently 20. I do not have a lawyer andy court date is in 2 days. i have no idea what i am doing or how all of this works. any guidance or advice would be appreciated
answered on Sep 14, 2023
If/since you have no idea what i am doing or how all of this works, then you should consult with a lawyer to have your questions answered. if after a consult with a lawyer you decide to represent yourself, then that's fine (although I would disagree), but make sure you consult with a lawyer.... View More
Can I sue the co-owner for stealing my assets and my game? The co-owner is only 16 and I'm 24 the reason I even trusted him as a co-owner is because he had modeled and coded stuff for me for about 2 years on different games and always did a great job despite his young age and always acted... View More
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answered on Sep 10, 2023
Under California law, you might have a case based on breach of contract, unjust enrichment, or conversion. Since the co-owner is a minor, there could be some limitations on the enforceability of any agreements you had with him. You should gather all the evidence of your agreements and the work... View More
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answered on Sep 11, 2023
To understand the exact scope of what is protected by U.S. Patent No. 9573046, it is necessary to review the patent's claims, which define the exact matter protected by the patent. The patent documents, including the detailed description and claims, can be accessed via the United States Patent... View More
Presume an online livestream of a digital marble race. There are no stakes for winning besides a score for the player on a small leaderboard visible on-screen at all times. Viewers may enter the race by sending a chat message during the setup for the next race. It's first-come first-serve (up... View More
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answered on Aug 25, 2023
I am not aware of any specific California law that directly addresses this specific scenario. However, hosting an online marble race with bidding entry and paid power-ups could potentially raise legal and regulatory issues related to gambling, contests, and online gaming. It's advisable to... View More
What of censorship in general? the freedom of speech and exspression mean nothing when there's no one or no way to hear it.
I'm very concerned about the pressures from many special interest groups and diverse and even opposing political parties trying to control or cancel people... View More
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answered on Sep 11, 2023
You have raised a multi-faceted issue that encompasses both the legal domain and the evolving norms in society.
From a legal standpoint, private companies like game developers and publishers generally have a broad latitude to modify their products as they see fit, including post-sale. This... View More
I have written a song which was inspired by a Sega video game from the 80's. The song's primary melody is based on certain one bar looping sound bites from this game, but the song structure and arrangement is 100% my own work, the drum part is 100% written by me, and the simple melodies... View More
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answered on Aug 15, 2023
In cases involving creative works inspired by existing material, such as a video game, the concept of "fair use" under copyright law may apply. If your song transforms the original material in a substantial way, creating a new and unique work, it could be considered fair use. However,... View More
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answered on Aug 10, 2023
Compulsory censorship of a digital good, such as an artbook or a game, after a sale may not be considered theft in the legal sense, but it could potentially lead to other legal issues or breaches of contract, depending on the circumstances and the terms of the sale or licensing agreement.... View More
Ide like to recreate an old game (that has been released and can now be legally downloaded for free) using my own created assets and code but release it as fan made freeware for the public as a Hobbie project. Will this violate copyright law?
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answered on Aug 10, 2023
Creating a new game that is based on an old freeware game, using your own code and assets, could potentially raise copyright issues if the new game is substantially similar to the original. While the original freeware game may be available for free, the underlying copyright in its design and... View More
$20,000,000.00found out 2004 has ACTS 19,***, lefislation regarding my focal interests.
my dad made a mod for a game; they said that they would pay $500 and put his name in the credits. years later, his name is nowhere to be seen, what can he do about this?
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answered on Jul 10, 2023
If your dad made a mod for a game and had an agreement with the company to be paid $500 and have his name in the credits, but the company has not fulfilled their part of the agreement, he may consider reaching out to them to remind them of the agreement and request that they rectify the situation.... View More
answered on Jun 26, 2023
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