Hi. Can "CC0 images" be used in a picture book that I hope to self-publish? How do I proceed legally? What's best option?

I would not rely on a creative commons license for something like this only because you will be the one left holding the bag if it turns out that...

Whether you want to pursue a patent is a huge decision that will require a significant investment. So you really need to get some guidance and do...

Can some one claim intellectual property over a design I've done that is similar but definitely different?

Way to difficult for us here to offer anything helpful without the benefit of all the details. If this is a serious matter for you, you need to get...

Do I have legal rights to photos as model without contract?

The copyright interest in the photo belongs to the photographer. This however does not give the photographer a right to use that photo to promote...

What do I do to protect a piece of art from being copied?

Any creative expression will be covered by copyright law automatically. Then you register the work with the US Copyright Office so to perfect your...

Forward Photos - Copyright Infringement?

This seems like it is more of a business practice and in that context you can be held accountable for copyright infringement as opposed to this...

Sell nationwide with no fictitious name

You can use your own name in business. As noted, there is no absolute right to use your own name as a trademark however if for example your name...

The short answer is no. These games are governed under an End User License Agreement that should presumably restrict your use to personal use not...

What laws are in place to prevent a company who buys your patent not to develop a new product that competes with yours?

I love Oceans Springs, MS! Cool place... Anyway, much would depend on what the terms of your agreement spell out. For example, you could have...

Do I need permission to use a website's copywritten entertainment materials to earn money, if I have paid a subscription?

This is very likely a copyright infringement of that material and a violation of the terms and conditions of use for that site. If you have any...