If a supervisor asks an employee to violate copyrights or trademarks, can the employee be held accountable or sued?

This sounds more like an academic question and if so you should be answering it without our input. But assuming it's not, the independent...

Can you use William Wadsworth quotes for art work and sale with out it infringing copyright?

As noted, I suspect that everything Wadsworth wrote is now in the public domain, but certainly some derivative works based on his work might no be,...

Using Nike brand/logo for a virtual clothing for a virtual social site as a tribute to Nike that will link to real Nike website

You received some excellent responses. While your right and freedom of artistic expression goes a long way regards to how you can illustrate your...

If I significantly modify a work I have already registered with the US Govt for copyright, do I need to re-register it?

I agree with all the others. A significant modification and the addition of many "literary" features would warrant a new registration. If it were...

What can be the possible defense for the company recording TV broadcasts and sell in Amazon in region free discs?

If one copies and distributes the copyright protected content of another they are committing copyright infringement. It's really that simple....

The short answer to your first question is yes: "Extension of protection of an international registration under section 66(a) of the Act....

The short answer to your first question is yes: "Extension of protection of an international registration under section 66(a) of the Act. In...

Any lawyer, licensed in the jurisdiction from where they work can help you. In many cases there is wisdom in hiring a local lawyer and in others it...

I want to buy NFL licensed fabric from Amazon.com and use it to make other products for sale. Is this copy right infringement?

Your purchase of the fabric allows you to use it for your own personal use. It does NOT allow you to then create NFL branded products from it. The...

How can I protect myself against theft of work / intellectual property / upfront effort?

You are describing a business transaction that involves intellectual property. You will need to consult your own lawyer in private and figure what...