Can I use photo without gaining copyright?

No, that's a very bad idea. Never use someone else's Intellectual property without a license. You are asking for a law suit. Take your own...

What exactly is an embodiment in a patent?

An embodiment, is just one version of the invention. A patent may describe several versions (embodiments). A preferred embodiment is the one that...

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Am I entitled to compensation?

It depends on the terms of the Facebook page that you posted your meme. I suggest that you contact an experienced Copyright/ IP attorney who can...

First, can modern rugs be copy righted? And let's say its copy righted in UK. Does it apply to US? What is your advise?

Yes, absolutely. The artwork and/or designs on modern rugs can indeed be copyright. A UK copyright registration will be respected by US courts...

Can I sell handmade items with misspelled football team names oowboys .steelars etc

Well, you will not stay legal and it will cost you a lot should those football teams or the league pursue a trademark infringement claim against...

Can they still apply for a trademark & registration number thru TESS using the name of "---- Vapor Lounger"?

First, just to clarify, TESS is the Trademarks Electronic Search System, in which you can search and display USPTO trademark status information.,...

Can I sell my versions of these two works?

Well, you can sell your works, as long as the photo was your photo. That is because the photographer has a copyright on his photography, which you...

Now my question is, i feel insulted and see her as ungrateful. Can i stop her from using all my designs ?

You own a copyright in your designs, you can register them and assert your copyrights against her. The question is, does she have a license for...

Yes, it may pose a problem. While you own the copyright to your artwork, 0osting these images without authorization may violate the athlete's right...

Can I be sued, can they force me to remove this statement or is this just a scare tactic.

As long as you have written authorization, you should be fine. If you don't, then you could be liable and sued for trademark infringement and...