Is there any legal recourse that I have because they basically stole my idea?

If the public disclosure was less than a year ago you may be able to patent your invention and enforce it against the company. I advise that you...

What type of lawyer do i need in order to give me feedback on the messaging of the website, statements etc?

An attorney experienced in Internet and Trademark Law, business transactions would be most helpful for you. For a more detailed advice, I...

There are numerous steps to keep a secret formula as a Trade Secret. You should retain an experienced IP attorney to advise you in confidence on...

Am I entitled to compensation? (intellectual property infringement)

Yes. Your photographs are protected by copyright. You should retain an experienced copyright attorney to help you register and enforce your...

Can an experienced business lawyer help me?

You need to find an Intellectual Property attorney who is experienced with Copyright and Patent protection and who can prepare a Non-Disclosure...

Does common law trademark protections last any specific time if the trademark is not registered and not being currently used?

Trademark protection depends on use. If a mark is not used for 3 years, there is a presumption of abandonment. However, these can be cured, and...

If a business just stops doing business but doesn't legally close down can that same company be reopened at a later date?

It really depends on how much time has passed since the business was closed down, the outstanding debt and whether other companies have since been...

Typically legal pleadings and briefs do not posses the requisite creativity to warrant copyright protection. Legal briefs and pleadings are often...

Is there anyway to get them to remove them and sue for compensation?? can show the disclaimer i use

In order to assert your rights, you should retain an experienced copyright attorney to register copyrights for your performances and issue DMCA...

Can I have the payments sent to my personal bank account instead of going to the LLC, and still have the LLC own the copyright?

The payents should go to the LLC, not your personal account. Otherwise, parties can pierce your corporate veil if you are using it as your alter...

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