What are the approximate legal expenses to file a utility patent?

Most attorneys are happy to share estimates for what services and disbursements generally cost. Use the "Find a Lawyer" at the top of the Avvo page...

Can we interview a person for a branded media spot that has tattoo's without having to get a release from the tattoo artist?

As long as you do not focus on the tattoos, I believe you should be fine. So, if your videographer/editor would like to focus in on a tattoo while...

I agree with what Mr. Pfabe stated for this individual. However, I would like to emphasize the agreement portion of the answer for others that are...

Trademark application

You can obtain a federally registered trademark based on your ownership of a domain name. In order to register or trademark (or service mark), you...

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How can we protect a basic design idea until design is complete and ready to market??

You can protect a functional item three ways. First, you can keep it a secret and never tell anyone about the functional item. Upside: its free....

What are the laws when it comes to business names?

In this instance, it appears you are using your corporate name as a trademark. Under trademark law, an infringement occurs when either one of your...

While I doubt anyone will find out about the cups that were gifted, the video and pictures of cups will likely be considered an inappropriate...

An attorney can help you establish a system that can be used to maintain something that is consider a trade secret. Most importantly, the system...

Will I infringe a patent with my product if I don't sell my product to consumers?

You do not give enough facts for anyone to comment on infringement. However, infringement occurs whenever you make, use our sell a product or...