Your question is very fact specific. However, the first sale doctrine presumes that the items you purchased were legitimate goods (not...

Will fair use protect me if I use lines of poetry in my self-published book of art?

No, Fair Use likely does not apply to your situation. It is asserted as a defense to an infringement lawsuit, and typically applies to news, parody...

The FRE 408 notice, means that the communication is privileged, for the purpose of settlement of litigation. Since this was not a letter from an...

Can I make a copy of a movie and leave it at my family summer home?

Yes, you can copy a authorized copy of a movie that you own, if it was purchased from a legitimate source. But only for personal use. For more...

A former member has filed and received trademark of my logo. Can I sue and bring a criminal complaint ?

No, you can't bring a criminal complaint. This would be a civil Trademark and Copyright infringement matter. You need to retain an experienced...

Do "Business Name®", "Business Name Company®", and/or "Business Name Co.®" need separate independent registrations as well?

No, I suggest that you register the logo and the brand (Business Name) without "company or Co." In your marketing materials you should be...

If the VHS movies are ones that you lawfully purchased and own, than the copying of these to DVD for your own personal use is lawful. However,...

Yes, it would expose you and the restaurant owner to liability for copyright and trademark infringement, if done without a license. NFL Properties...

Who own the application? What are my rights over the application and patents?

Sounds like your employer owns the rights in the program. It is a classic work for hire scenario. If you need detailed advise based on all he...

Must I pay for each and every consultation, until I find a lawyer who is willing to work with a Contingency Agreement?

No, there are may attorneys that will offer a free consultation regarding a potential contingency case. For more information, I suggest that you...