As every experienced registered patent attorney knows, there are some words you need that will be similar those in other well written patents,...

only if you get permission will that be risk free. Don't you recognize that putting the two birds on a bat, the Rams helmet or the Blues blue note...

Under what circumstances would it be okay to copy a couple paragraphs from a patent and publish them in a book?

There is widespread copying of paragraphs from patent applications since much of it is factual in nature.it's rare for any patent attorney to...

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I want to use a real person's last name on a product. But, is it better to get permission from a real person, or to make one up?

I see no pros and lots of cons. You will not likely be clear of infringement.You will not be likely to get a registration. You will not likely get...

Will a book cover with a caricature of John Elway, running with the football, be legal?

Your book will NOT have John Elway on the cover if you do what's smart, legal or morally right. Use a generic player. And, see an IP lawyer to find...

Will using a altered Superman logo on t-shirts for a university leadership organization cause problems?

Your advisor is prudent.That logo likely infringes DC, which FYI is owned by Time Warner & Warner Entertainment. I doubt that Warner is going to...

Can someone trademark or copyright something that is not his own if it is not registered in his country?

Copyright is to the author so no one else can copyright your app. However, copyright does not protect the functionality but only the creative...

What should I do if I am interested in writing and selling a study guide online to help others pass a certification exam?

provided you do not use your position on the board to do anything in conflict with the board, I don't see a conflict. You want to see an IP...

Wow, this seems to be a popular get rich quick scheme - to set up a review website and sell banner ads. No, a disclaimer is not going to do the...

CEG Copyright Infringement Settlement

No, CEG is a real outfit that sends out these demand letters via ISPs by the thousands. They look for a quick cash settlement, and if none is...