Is there a way to obtain a patent for my invention by offering an IP attorney a share in future patent (instead of paying $$)?

There is seldom such a way, and if you find an attorney willing to do it, that is likely an attorney you should not use. If you cannot afford a...

What's the best way to protect an original set of rules and specific game mechanics for a new videogame I have created?

A patent is the only way, and even then is merely a right to exclude others if you have the money to prepare, file, prosecute, issue, maintain and...

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Can I use literary quotes (attributed to the author) in graphic design? Specifically, in prints to be sold as decoration?

unattributed quotes - generally yes provided they are not trademarks and not too lengthy attributed quotes - generally yes provided they are not...

Reading up on synchronization copyright licenses for slide show music often refer to "timed". How about untimed?

Q:"If we put together a slide show, the pictures of which are in no way synchronized with the recording snippets, and are "untimed" (no relation to...

This does not seem to be parody, since you not really poking fun at the original composition (parody) but rather making a social commentary...

How can i protect my design idea from the manufacturer-the people actually making the product I'm into the trademark process

If I understand your question, you have a product design and have filed for trademark protection, and now you want to begin a limited production...

Hello, Recently my account got disabled for abusing DMCA process, I sent only 1 DMCA complaint. Which was accepted.

You can't be telling the WHOLE truth and nothing but the truth or this would not happen. "DMCA agent" is a person designated pursuant to 17 USC...

I'm Starting a website. What kind of a lawyer can help me with the "Terms","Privacy Policy", "IP Issues" and "Disclaimers".

You want an Internet law attorney. For DFW, here is the one I would suggest, the Vice Chairman of the computer law section of the Dallas Bar Assoc....

Would i violate copyright/trademark laws if i was to create a kids play based on an already existing cartoon series?

YES, you would likely infringe both copyrights and trademarks. See an IP attorney. This site is for finding US lawyers not for getting free advice...

What are my rights (in copyright) to a translation I created?

You need to see an IP (intellectual property law) attorney who has strong expertise in licensing. There is a cross-licensing opportunity where both...