Copyright covers art and literature. If the logo is sufficiently artistic you might be able to register the copyright. It belongs to the Author...

Is selling fan articles of a music band illegal?

If you have been sued you need to retain a lawyer right away and have the Complaint that was served on you reviewed. You have made a public post...

Can my employer use my photos on their social media?

The answer does not depend on the ownership of the physical device. Many thousands of people who work at BYOD companies create work product for...

Someone patented idea that has been around for a while, can I still open my own business?

You need to read and interpret the claims of the patent. It is unlikely to be as you describe. Writing and interpreting claims is what patent...

You definitely need to respond. You should retain a lawyer. You need to save all documentation regarding the transaction. If you don't have full...

Possibly, depending on the whole presentation. In the case of Coca Cola v Gemini Rising the defendant put out a poster with the same font and...

Is the work for hire I signed legally binding?

You ask good questions. The previous answer on timing makes sense. You signed the work made for hire agreement. The additional payments and...

Can you trademark being the first product ?

You can't "trademark" a "fact." Slogans as trademarks can be problematic because they often have a non-trademark, descriptive meaning. ...

Per an agreement, can a works-made-for-hire product be sold 'as-is' even if including a limited warranty?

The question is too general and if specific, you probably want to consult confidentially rather than post publicly. You mention...

Don't ignore it and retain a trademark lawyer. The typical cease and desist communication is simply a letter. They shouldn't lie about the extent...