Do I own the images that I pay a freelance designer to design for me?

The default rule is that the creator owns the copyright. If you want the design and the copyright, it needs to be part of the deal.

Is there a way to legally take over a corporation or business entity if the original owner dies and didn't have a will?

I ma sorry for your loss. You would need more analysis. If there is a corporation, it might be possible to see if the corporation can be...

How do can I know if another company has a true trademark for a name I have been using without me applying and having it denied?

Hi. It is hard to determine if you have any trademark rights in this name. If you have been giving out your business card and conducting...

Keep in mind, the trademark law is really a consumer protection law. The law exists in order that a consumer has certainty as to the source of...

More information is needed. Is the foreign brand for the same types of goods/services? In general, if you want protection an a particular...

What is the best way to copyright a group of photos that I took?

There are ways to this. I suggest consulting an attorney. But, you can educate yourself by reading here ...

Does my university really own my intellectual property?

Hi. It is not "irrelevant" as to who owns the equipment when you are in your setting. Most often, all IP created using university resources is...

Yes, there must be a label. Please review...

Can I buy cartoon, comic or band names on buttons, pins, add ons and things of that nature to personalize clothing for sale?

You cannot use these trademarks without permission.

Best is to decide on all of this and put it in writing before you record. Each would be good. But you need to get something in writing once you...