If I originate idea that becomes a business as an employee of a nonprofit, what rights do I have over that IP if I leave?

Yes, all those rights were compromised as employee. Under copyright law, YOU did not create this, your employer did. Your employer owns it, not...

Did I infringe any trademark laws if I am selling 100% authentic name brand clothes to other countries via the internet?

First, the CDL did not accuse you of violating section 14 of the Trademark Act, as that deals with Cancellation of registered trademarks through a...

I work for a provider that gets people with disabilities jobs and they like photos, how long is a photo release good for?

If the paperwork say the release is for a period of 5 years, then it's 5 years. The law does not set a different period for releases.

How to copyright computer images

Copyright is not a verb.It is something that subsists by law when an original work of authorship is fixed in any tangible medium of expression....

Can I create a T-shirt inspired on cirque du soleil shows without explicitly mentioning their name or any of their show names ?

Another "can I rip off company X by stealing their proprietary stuff to get rich quick?" question. No you can't do that. Read 17 USC 106...

My friend was formerly employed by a dance school and company as a teacher. While he was there, he took many photographs of the

Typical law school question, involving the employee purporting to do work on his own time that is knowingly done within the scope of business of...

Should I register a company or I don't need for online eBay business as an individual

Yes, you surely should set up a business entity other than a proprietorship or partnership to handle this business. You want to insulate your...

Do I and should I consult with an IP lawyer?

Q:"Do I and should I consult with an IP lawyer?" A: I don't know if you do, but you sure should! Q:"I purchased a CPA review book (genuine...

Q:I have a trademark (let's call it X) registered with USPTO in IC 041 as an entertainment website. " A: Wrong. You have a servicemark...

Do I need a lawyer if a website used my photo to promote their site without my consent?

Yes there are several steps: 1. Send them an informal email asking them to remove the picture, or better if they have a phone number call and ask...