A quote from me in an article criticizing a company is being used as promotion on their competitors site with my name Sue?>

If the article quoted you correctly, and if you gave the interview voluntarily, then it seems to me that anyone is free to use your quote if they...

I have started a patent process with my previous company. Do they still need my signature ?

This question cannot be answered without more information. In most circumstances, the employer owns the rights to any inventions which you make...

Sample private placement memorandum

You cannot do this yourself---private placement deals are fraught with legal dangers and complexities. This requires retention of a law firm (such...

Company logo "Fair use" if used in a live performance by a non-profit group?

With respect, I disagree with the comment that this is a nominative use, such as using the name of a company in a news report. This use is more...

Is it an invasion of privacy for a bank to insist on seeing your tax return to get approval for a loan?

No, although many lenders and landlords have policies where in they only request a couple of pages, without all of the details. But when you apply...

Absolutely not. But colleges and universities usually have licensing departments who provide licenses in exchange for reasonable royalty payments,...

How can I protect a business idea of mind across the country if a trademark isn't available?

I do not understand your question. IP laws generally do not protect business ideas unless you come up with a patentable invention. IP laws protect...

2 part question regarding proprietary information and untrue disclaimer

Your question raises many issues, some of which you probably have thought about, and others that will surprise you. The concept of "proprietary...

I have an online photo business. I just discovered another website selling MY images. What recourse do I have?

My colleagues all provide useful information but there also are some practical economic considerations. While you do not need to register in order...

Even if i use the word "Jazzy" with the y. but it means something else besides music. Are there any chances i will still be

Using the "y" will not help you very much. As my colleague said, the issue is likelihood of confusion--will your mark confuse people into believing...