Q: Two questions. First: I am proud of my tattoos. As I paid for them, and they are on my body, do I own them and can I copyright each one? W.C., Manhattan Beach A: A copyright is applicable to “original works … more

Q We’re getting divorced after six years of marriage. One of the toughest things we’re fighting over is our dog. I think I should be the one who gets him since he was mine before we were a couple. Are … more

Q Is it legal for my company to prohibit me from engaging in my choice of politics? — J.D., Lomita A California Labor Code Sections 1101(a) and (b) prohibit an employer from making, adopting or enforcing any rule, regulation or policy … more

Q At a time when many are doing well in the stock market, we are doing very poorly. Our stock broker has gotten us into genuinely bad investments. Can we seek damages? — K. L., El Segundo A A broker … more