Legal Question in Business Law in California

The only possible answer to 1 and 2 is "maybe." The devil is in the details my friend. In general, using quotes will be fine because they are not protected under copyright, but they may not be case depending. For example, some quotes are employed as trademarks and your use may be infringing in that regard. Some quotes that consist of a large amount of material from the broader body of work or the most commercially recognizable portion of that work may still be protected under copyright law. Lastly, creating a false association with a given author or enterprise can lead to legal claims.

You really need to consult with counsel in private and figure out a best course of action.

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Frank

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