Getting an idea patented

Intellectual property does not protect ideas, it protects embodiment of ideas. If you have a prototype of your invention, you may be able to get a...

Can I photograph a first edition print that I own and publish image in my upcoming book?

In addition to the excellent guidance you have received thus far, I wanted to point out that the manner in which you are using this photograph and...

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Your question: "We are having some tshirts made up with the word PREMIER on them. A local gym is threatening to charge us 1000.0

In very general terms, without knowing the specifics of your case and assuming your design is thoroughly dissimilar from that of the gym, the word...

Can I use footage from one film created for one site in another film for another site?

Your school administration most likely has an agreement with the local channel as to who owns the rights to the videos your club is producing (and...

If a celebrity gives me permission to draw them from a photograph and sell the drawings to raise money for their charity...

The ownership of the copyright of the photograph is a different intellectual property right from the publicity rights of the celebrity. Even if you...

This is a crime under the so called Stephanie's Law which you can read here:...

My book is supposed to be out of print. I see it is still being printed and sold. How do I find out if I am due royalties?

If I understand correctly, you had a contract with a publisher which has expired? You will need to review your contract to see if there is an...

Can I use the phrase "LegalZoom" in a company name?

Since LegalZoom has gained extensive market recognition as the non-licensed lawyer of the Internet, you will be stepping on primed toes booting up...

I am being asked to change my logo and name from another company.

Energy drink and water filter markets are not that far apart, the company which sent you a cease and desist letter is probably considering entering...

Can a pawn shop change their percentage rate on a loan. ?

Unfortunately, just like credit card companies are legally permitted to change contractual terms on the fly, so would pawn shops be permitted to do...