Do patents expire?

Yes patents expire. But you probably cannot get a patent anyway if the expired patent is similar to or exactly like your invention. To receive a...

Can i get sued for uploading pictures taken by a photographer at a party to facebook?

When a photographer takes a photo, they own the copyright to the work, even if you enhance or change the photograph. If you use them on your...

It is probably best to obtain permission from your past client's prior to using their logo in your advertisements.

How do I get an idea about an invention patented without a lawyer taking my idea?

As others have mentioned, no patent attorney would risk throwing away their career to steal your idea. Do a local search through the USPTO...

I offer flat fee pricing for each step of the process as well. Do an internet search or use AVVO to find an attorney in your area. Many attorneys...

Can a person offer a software product that has been patented by another for free?

Question: If a software product is offered for free and it turns out it was patented by another, can this still cause litigation? Answer: ...

I have a card game that i made ...do i need a copyright ,trademark, or a patent?

Hi Greg, You should try to get all three types of protection. Copyright Protection- You probably already have copyright protection on any of...