Photographer suing us for using his image on a flyer on a bulletin board

As was said the amount of money is pretty small so legal fees will soon outstrip the value of the claim. So self help may be a valid option -- it...

Can I file a utility patent more than 12 months after a provisional patent application?

I agree with the previous post. The biggest problem you will face is that there is now more prior art against your idea and your own actions may...

What can I add to a standard PIAA to protect my intellectual property rights upon acquisition?

Contracts are designed to capture the intent of the parties so to some extent yes it can be done simply. The problem with simple language is when...

Do I need a NDA to discuss my issued patent with potential manufactures?

I agree with the previous answer, but wanted to elaborate. The patent covers the invention, but the trade secrets that go behind it, whether...

Patent rejected 103

No. Obviousness is an objective standard. So it is not relevant what you knew or where aware of. the Standard is measured against the knowledge and...

What is the real cost of incorporating?

Costs are difficult to answer over an open forum because they depend on the complexity and amount of work--even if it is fixed fee. It would be...

I'm going to provide three different response that offer different perspectives on your argument: 1) Having worked for a corporation let me...

Looking for best practice

I'd suggest a patent attorney working solo or in a small firm that works with software and business issues. Here's my thinking in four parts:...

I designed a logo for a client, ex-friend. He is now using the logo on collateral and websites but is refusing to pay me.

As presented these questions are not really answerable; a more detailed review of the facts and the documents would be needed before a lawyer could...

I agree with what was previously posted. Think of it this way -- why do you want to use Sisterlock'd. I'd guess it's because you want to advertise...