How do I get an idea about an invention patented without a lawyer taking my idea?

That will NEVER, EVER, EVER, EVER happen if the patent lawyer works for YOU. A better question is "How can you prevent an idea from getting stolen...

Can some one trade mark my great grand father's name with out asking my family

http://hoopedia.nba.com/index.php?title=Harry_%22Bucky%22_Lew http://www.licensemag.com/license-global/legacy-licensing-lives If you are an...

If I own a live theater and choose to record a performance is that legal?

I defer to the CA lawyers for the CA law, which would apply to you if this was done in CA. Your posting indicates you are from San Diego. However,...

I have an idea for an Application & I'd look for an App Builder in oDesk,Elanzer or... How do I protect my idea?

The first step in protecting your great new App idea is to see an IP attorney for a consultation and to work closely with that IP attorney. IP...

My responsibility concerning a pirated copy of a live copywrighted performance.

Possibly. You are likely to be named in any suit for copyright infringement against the person making the pirate video and allegations made that...

Can someone be a "volunteer, non-paid" writer or interviewee for my business website?

Q:"Can I do video interviews of people or ask them to write on my site without compensating them?" A: YES. However, you need a copyright...

Adding in language is not your problem. The problem is convincing business clients to give you the permission you seek. Attorney Ballard gave you a...

Hello, can you make a shirt that says "USC Trojans" and sell it as long as the trademarks aren't used?

Your question is an oxy-moron. Selling a shirt that says "USC Trojans" is use of the trademarks, so the answer is YOU CAN'T. You might do a...

My IP was stolen by patent attorney.

First, I don't believe you. However, I have no doubt you think that's what happened. I have been practicing 40 years and I have yet to see IP...

I'm preparing to launch an LED lighting product, likely using Kickstarter.com. What steps should I take regarding IP protection.

I would consider absolutely necessary filing at least a provisional patent application and, if you want to have a more successful showing get a...