How?

I suggest that you consult with a lawyer in private and discuss your objectives in more detail. You can start by calling around to several for a...

Do I need to observe an IP license agreement that I am not a part of, for the products I sell?

You need to have it properly evaluated. You may have defenses, but you that doesn't mean it won't cost you a fortune in legal fees to deal with....

How many contracts can there be between a client and a sub-consultant?

There is no way to answer this without knowing what the agreements speak to. You really need to have it properly evaluated. I suggest that you...

As noted, while the patent may have expired copyright still affixes. Before you commit to anything, I suggest that you consult with a lawyer in...

While no one will ever demand proof of a sale, that is the best way to show use. As noted, if you have had no sales in five years you have to ask...

How did they get access to your works? If you really believe that this is what happened, I suggest that you consult with a lawyer in private...

How can people run website that sell fake or trademarked items?

If you are living in a third world nation and have no assets then I would agree there is not much exposure. But it does not mean that your products...

Can I add a word to a registered word mark without infringing upon it?

It would depend on whether your mark is still likely to cause confusion even with the addition of a term. In most cases, adding a term to a...

If you have no good faith purpose for it and this was an example of cybersquatting then they would have a right to file a UDRP dispute through...

Can you start a company inspired from a business idea used by a defunct LLC without the original partner?

An abstract business idea or concept is not protectable, so is likely no problem. But if there was a partnership and this was more than just an...