On the legality of a copyright certificate.

This is not your first time writing in on this matter. Look, yours is a very fact intensive scenario. The only way for you to get any clarity is to...

Can I create metal signs for sale, using public domain images of advertisements, if (famous) trademarks and names are removed ?

My colleagues offered very good substantive responses to your question. If you are taking this seriously, I suggest that you consult with a lawyer...

Have an invention,been with this company for years at first i was told that i had an sponsorship co.and they need all the money

As noted, this is way too vague for anyone to offer any insights here. I suggest that you consult with a lawyer in private and discuss your...

I'm involved with a startup developing a set of services for online computer games.

I agree that the details need to be fleshed out here. You have two primary concerns and the one you seem to hit upon here is the copyright issue....

Trademark and Persons' Names

The fact that the name may be someone's real name is not an issue all in its self. Just think of all the marks that are also one's name or that of...

Would it be smart to trademark my company name before the company grows too big?

Of course! You should be clearing the mark BEFORE investing anything in it. Think of it as two sides of a coin. On one side, you need to ensure...

Where can I find an Attorney to discuss protecting my Intellectual Property rights for a software development idea?

All you can do at this point is to interview several lawyers and discuss your objectives in more detail. The lawyer however will not need to be a...

Do I need an Intellectual Property Law Attorney?

It is generally lawful to create kits, baskets, etc. comprised of name brand items and then sell the whole thing under your own brand. The trick...

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Sure, this can definitely be an issue because you are operating in the same sandbox even if perhaps on different sides of it. For example, it might...

I have written a book and I am looking to self publish can I go through a lawyer to patent it?

As noted, you are most probably speaking of copyright protection. While this affixes automatically in the US, you perfect your rights by proper and...