What qualifies as "non use" in trademark law. A company holds a mark but isn't using it in commerce shouldn't that qualify?

How much is it worth to you? You should explore your options, which you have several, with a lawyer in private. For example, you can approach the...

How much do I have to change a famous person copyrighted photo, (while keeping their likeness) not to infringe on the copyright?

The test for copyright infringement is called "substantial similarity." As noted, if your work is sufficiently transformative then you may be able...

Can I use an Bitmoji image as a podcast avatar?

Presumably, it could be a copyright infringement. If this was solely for personal use I would not worry about it. But because it sounds like you...

Regards to audio recordings, only one person needs to have knowledge that they are being recording. For video I think it comes down to whether they...

Can I use clips from a licensed recording in a podcast episode about that recording?

You need to make sure that what you use and within the context of that use falls squarely within the realm of fair use. If you are specifically...

How do I most effectively protect a large, burgeoning body of media work (IP) for a web series and game development?

The odds that a patent will add value or be economically viable for something like this are probably pretty slim, but always worth have that...

I am curious if writing a book would be a violation of my employment IP agreement? ?

Presumably not, but that might change if the book in some way directly impacts your employers business or can be seen as in some way competitive....

Is this considered Copyright?

You would need to flesh out all the facts here with your own lawyer. It is possible that there was some default partnership created and perhaps...

Fictional characters can certainly be protected even apart from the works in which they are featured. But there is nothing wrong with calling one...

You would have to have the agreement reviewed thoroughly along with all the facts and circumstances. I suggest that you consult with a lawyer in...