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and terminated my interest and participation in that llc. Do they retain the rights to my characters?
answered on Feb 20, 2015
You assigned ownership of your copyright. Get them to transfer it back to you.
I am the part-time owner of a dance studio. I have very few clients and play very few songs and only for a small part of the class time, most of my time is spent teaching without music. I have ensured that my music does not violate copyright, but I have a few questions. I am an independent... View More 
answered on Jan 19, 2015
I do not think that you are going to get this question fully answered unless you actually go see a copyright attorney. I do not see a violation in what you have written, but I could be wrong.
The instrumental was purchased from someone who is now deceased. I want to make sure I don't get in any trouble when I go to protect this song by registering the copyrights. I own exclusive rights to the track for use and distribution but the instrumental was not produced by me.
answered on Dec 27, 2014
Was there a copyright on the instrumental? If so, you might have to pay a royalty to the owner, or did you buy it outright?
There is an acapella group that has covered a religious song. They have paid for all copies made. I legally bought the cd. Can i use a portion of that as an intro to my web show? They will give me permission to use their version, but they don't know if it is legal, since it is a cover.
answered on Sep 4, 2014
No you may not. You must get the rights from the owners of the musical composition.
answered on Nov 14, 2012
It probably is ok to do this. There are numerous songs which are public domain now. So, it depends upon that.
answered on Jul 23, 2012
It depends upon a number of factors, none of which are given. Did he sell the rights? Can they prove it?
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