What legal actions can my friend take?

First, contact the websites and request that they take down the photos since they were unauthorized and she is a private person in the eyes of the...

Who has jurisdiction over an internet sale?

Jurisdiction can be determined by the plaintiff (your state of residence), the defendant (where the company is liscensed) or where the damage...

Upcoming child mediation appointmen involving older teen children. Any helpful advice?

Before going to the mediation you may want to consult a family law attorney regarding the agreement you have with the children's father about...

What does it mean to disclaim a word in a trademark?

There are certain words that the USPTO will not allow to be trademarked because they are generic, etc. So you are asked to disclaim (give up)...

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Can I patent equipment for a game and the game even if the game isn't new?

There are a lot of missing factors. You need to consult a patent attorney but a few things to keep in mind: 1) who invented the game? 2) is...

Can I sell a game in the US that is sold in another country? If yes, can I patent that game in the US and trademark the name?

You can purchase the game and sell it in the US if there are no customs restrictions, etc. Contact the manufacturer of the game - they may be...

Internet Fraud is a crime and depending on the jurisdiction can carry jail time. Read the following from another answer who put it simply: A...

Is it illegal to post pictures of others on a dating site without their consent?

Did he take the photo or you? Ownership of a photo's copyrigth resides with the taker of the photo. If you took the photo you can request that he...

I sold a medical practice and the buyer wanted a 50 mile radius clause. Is this overbroad?

Although the numbers you stated (54 is over the 50 mile restriction) seems to keep you technically safe within the clause, it would be good to have...

What are the requirements for starting a internet retail business in WA?

Here are some links with information for you to...