Is this normal behavior for an acquiring company? is there anything alarming here? I know IP is often the property of the co.

Unless otherwise contracted, IP developed by an employee in the course of their employment belongs to the employer. So, yes, they can confiscate...

Can they refuse to allow me to used the words simply because they don't like the Christian context I give them?

They can refuse a license for any business or legal reasons, the context does not matter. However, depending on the amount of text you quote in...

Well, as you astutely noted, the older designs will not be a problem, since their copyright is in the public domain. However, recreating jewelry...

Can i file for a "dead" trademark?

Not necessarily. You should still have an experienced Trademark attorney clear the mark. There can be many reasons why a trademark application or...

1. Any EPA rules on using word Recycle for business that doesn't recyc? 2. Liability for cust thinking their waste is recycled?

I suggest that you speak with an experienced Trademark attorney to clear you proposed company name for use and federal registration, if...

Am I trademark infringing if I name it "True Promoter Score"? If there is a patent, would I be infringing on that?

You will need to have an experienced Trademark Attorney clear your proposed mark for use and federal registration. Doubt you will have a paten...

How do I get copyright of an image sighed over to me when the artist is in a different state or country?

There are two agreements that you need. One is a purchase agreement for the physical paining, the other is an assignment of the copyright(s). The...

Can I sue?

Sorry, but this is not an Intellectual Property Question. I'll recatagorize it for you. Advise your Credit Card company. You can sue anyone you...

Non-disclosure agreement to protect an invention while consulting a specialist, before getting a patent

You are better off consulting with an experienced Registered Patent Attorney first to determine whether your invention is patentable, by conducting...

Would Crowdfunding efforts for an invention/project destroy a chance to apply for a patent?

Unlike publication by the inventor, the "on sale" bar is absolute. Whether the a crowdfunding offer triggers the "on sale" bar and the extent of...