Are my creative ideas protected if I suggest to a vendor to use my idea in their solution?

If you did not work with an IP lawyer, you lost all your rights. If you worked with an IP lawyer, you would likely protect them with an NDA and a...

Do you think the USPTO will shutdown in a few weeks due to a government shutdown? (Patent, IP question)

The USPTO can last somewhat longer due to having funds from last year and due to being a revenue generator. However, the same Congress that is...

If my original work is 10 years old, and I publish a derivative work, am I again liable for copyright infringement claims?

Yes, each new instance of copyright infringement accrues a new right of action and thus a new statute of limitations. In fact, each instance of...

What is a distinctive or famous mark for cybersquatting claim

It is what a Judge (usually a US District Ct judge) say it is. It is unlikely someone having their name for a domain is cybersquatting. First your...

Can I be sued for trademark infringement? If so what can I do to build my case in case I get sued?

Q:"I have registered the trade name for the brand but I haven't trade marked it bc it has been printed on goods yet." A: Two errors you made. You...

Is it copyright infringement if my brunch cafe were to be called "____ to the Future"?

Yes, there is something you can and should do. Get an IP lawyer to work with tout on this. Anytime you are using something that is similar to a...

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I agree with Attorney Hansen. Some "Entering [town]" signs are very creative and artistic. For example if you were to copy the "All Around Alton"...

Can you sue a company for using a word for a product line that is spelled differently. As in, D'lux and D'luxx

You need to hire a Trademark infringement litigator to review this and prepare the deficiency strategy for you. Your trademark is too close to...

Can I create a desktop wallpaper using a sports teams logo and share it on the internet?

Q:"Can I create a desktop wallpaper using a sports teams logo and share it on the internet?" A: You can until a Judge orders you to stop. You...

Patent - from provisional to full patent

Q:"I have obtained a provisional patent" A: No you did not. There is no such thing. A "provisional" is a form of utility patent application that...