I have changed the area to patent application as opposed to intellectual property because this is a patent specific question. Attorney Hoofe's...

How can I protect myself from the demands of a blackmailer?

This is extortion or attempted extortion and your only available remedy is to use the truth as a weapon to minimize the damage to yourself and to...

What should i do?

Both attorneys have given you sound advice but their advice doesn't go quite far enough. You should find a patent attorney who specializes in...

In Massachusetts this is a consumer protection issue, even if you are a business owner. If Illinois has a similar statute you can sue to reverse...

Proof of service is not on file with the LA court that was mail, what do I do

Changing category to litigation. Call the clerk of court and ask them for information on sending them duplicate copies. Better yet get a CA...

Florida upl

I have had occasion to report an Invention Promotion Company operating out of Florida but not licensed or registered to do business in Florida for...

How can I email photos to a news agency and still retain the rights to the photos?

Attorney Brezina has provided some solid advice. This is primarily a copyright matter. You can request expedited processing of your copyright...

Category changed to trademark infringement. However you decorate the Vans if you can see the trademark you are causing a likelihood of confusion...

It sounds like Davison Design is an invention development company within the meaning of the American Inventors Protection Act of 1999. 15 U.S.C....

In order to sue, you must have a copyright registration. If you anticipate needing to sue, you can file for the copyright registration and fee...