Would I need to obtain a license to produce CDs of musical arrangements of other's works if it is for a non-profit purpose?

Yes, you would need a license. Such a license could likely be obtained or negotiated by contacting the legal department of the copyright holder.

I have a product idea that will help save life's I want to get it out there but don't want my idea stolen from me?

In order to qualify for patent protection, your idea must be novel, not obvious, and useful. You must also be able to describe it in sufficient...

Can I trademark my brand name if it is close to another company's name?

Without knowing your full proposed trademark, it is difficult to say. There is at least one similarity in the words, and the goods appear to be...

If you purchased an authentic product from a legitimate source, then the first sale doctrine extinguishes the trademark holder's rights with...

How do I prove the current date while filming a video for patent invalidation?

To the good advice you have already been given, I would add that there are specific timing requirements as well as format requirements for...

If you are painting your own shoes, for your own use, it is fine, since you are not selling anything, and therefore not using a trademark in any...

Registration of a business name is completely different from registration of a trademark. The fact that you were able to register your business...

Having a patent application filing date in advance of any discussions with others is your best protection. An NDA is still advisable so that you...

There are very good reasons for the requirement of an engineering or science background in order to provide guidance in the patent process. ...

Short phrases are generally not subject to copyright protection, although if other aspects of your bumper sticker have sufficient original creative...