Should I file a provisional or nonprovisional patent with the USPTO? I am just getting started and am wondering which route.

Before you invest substantial time and effort in this project, I would invite you to consider one thing: What is your "plan B" in the event that...

What is the procedure for applying/registering for a Global Trademark?

You'll benefit greatly from assistance from a trademark attorney. If you have or intend to establish valuable trademark rights internationally, the...

I have an idea that is already patented, but not the additional attachments/parts. Can I patent one with my ideal parts?

You may be able to patent your improved version of the device. Assuming that your invention is novel (new), the question is whether the differences...

You can't escape by jumping over a river in the General Lee. Yes, he can sue you. The real question is whether he would be required to sue you in...

Can a video clip from youtube be shown in a chat room with 12 or so people with out the permission of the owner of the youtube

It's not entirely clear to me what you are doing. If you are simply embedding a video in a web page (that provides a chat function) that is likely...

It is legal to use quotes by famous people in a mobile video game?

Generally, using famous quotes is acceptable, but there are some caveats. Your use of the quotes should not imply authorization or affiliation. Use...

You need a license to use these clips. If you were to proceed without a license you are infringing copyright. The rights owner could choose to sue...

I took and LLC name and a fired employee is using my name all over the internet to direct business to his site. Stolen 2 accts

Use of trademarks in internet advertising is a tricky area. There are some things that are clearly not OK, and a lot of gray areas with respect to...

How can I determine whether use of intellectual property is permitted without a company's authorization?

Attorneys Ballard and Strebeck have given you good answers. The answer that you received from Nintendo is unsatisfying. I would be frustrated if...

Their's a game call warface on xbox 360 is free but you buy in game add-ons spend 80 dlls but they are closing.

I suspect that this game required you to agree to a license agreement. That agreement very likely includes language that protects the publisher of...