Can I file a patent on my own? is it difficult process?

Although theoretically you can file a patent application yourself, using a registered patent attorney who has filed many patent applications and...

Is drawing a woman (over 18) as artwork legal?

If you are copying an image of a woman from a video game, then you may be liable for copyright infringement. You should discuss with an...

Should I register my copyright for a music video under "Motion Picture/Audiovisual Work" for type of work?

See: https://www.copyright.gov/eco/help-type.html Type of work for music video would be "Motion Picture/Audiovisual Work". However, if...

It may be better to file a copyright registration application with the US Copyright Office before the works are published, because then you can...

Is there a patent agent / inventor privilege similar to the attorney/client privilege?

The Federal Circuit indicated that there is a patent agent privilege, however, the scope of this may be limited, and there was a strong dissent on...

Can someone else use the same business name as me?

If you have used, in commerce, your trademark before the other party, for the same goods/services, you may be able to stop them from using that...

Photos shared without permission?

There may be an action based on invasion of privacy, right of publicity, or defamation. You should present all of the facts to an intellectual...

How do I patent a product that i have an idea for ?

If possible, you should file a patent application, through a registered patent attorney, before you "pitch" a concept to a company. It is...

Is making stamps of famous personality legal and then putting them on sale?

You may be violating the famous person's right of publicity. The right of publicity may survive the death of the individual, which may depend upon...

Is it okay to publish a book filled with various quotes from others?

The quotes may may be covered by copyrights. If you are going to put the individuals' names in the book, there may be issues regarding their...