This clause is normally thrown in to assure that to give up any "moral rights" for any foreign activities of the one using you as a consultant. As...

Does this qualify as copyright infringement?

Your proposal sounds interesting. It should be "fair use" provided you do not profit from this and do not imply any association with the studio or...

Does a repitable production company speak with the creator?

Your friend is ripping you off it appears. Get an entertainment lawyer promptly and review the facts and insist on fair treatment. A good lawyer...

If a patent expired do to unintentional non payement and then was re-instated would it been ok for someone to have made it?

http://www.uspto.gov/web/offices/pac/mpep/documents/2500_2591.htm#sect2591

I need a copyright attorney

You are correct. That is a question for a copyright lawyer. Your lawyer will know how to subpoena records and can advise you whether that is...

Can i use the name "NBA" for a board game I'm making?

Here's some help with the wording: Do this and you get sued by the NBA for false designation of origin under 15 USC 1125 and for trademark...

That is not necessarily the right question to ask. The question may be "What will Shutterfly do?" If they register their designs (or already...

You bet they can. You would if you were them. There are a number of reasons why they might choose Chicago other than proximity. Your chances in...

How official does a cease and desist letter have to be?

You question tells me you need to see an IP lawyer and have this evaluated and the letter prepared and sent by that IP lawyer. DIY CDLs are...

Will I need a copyright attorney?

The type of lawyer you want is actually two, one called a Business Attorney and a second called an Intellectual Property lawyer, so you get advice...