Video of my attendance at a career fair was aired during the 630pm news. I did not sign a release allowing them use of my image.

I agree with my colleagues that you probably do not have an action against the news team/station. As was said, unless you're a celebrity that gets...

Do I need permission for the quote: "Illustration by Goosebumps illustrator, Tim Jacobus?"

Honestly? I agree!! Better to ask and get permission than to risk a possible dispute, even if you're in the right. Since he actually did the...

Is there a type of lawyer that can help me enforce my Trademark to take over social media usernames?

Well, first of all, I don't think you can just take over other people's social media names. If they're related to your trademark (once it...

I have a question about patent infringement.

I agree that you would be best to notify both. However, I will also add that you may want to have an IP attorney do this, as most companies will...

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I would say that IN GENERAL, no, it's not illegal. However, there will be specific circumstances where a fake profile IS illegal. If you're just...

I'm looking to hire individuals to distribute/sell merchandise for me from my website. What do I need in terms of paperwork?

I completely agree with my colleagues. In addition to a solid Independent Contractor Agreement documenting the relationship, I would highly...

I have a complex method invention involving hardware and software that has been deemed patentable and novel. The only problem is

You may want to shop around for a second opinion regarding filing a Provisional Patent Application. Not knowing how complex your invention is and...

I have a question about the U.S. patent that I'm the holder of

This would depend on exactly what is claimed. Do your claims still cover the new formulation? If so, then you're product is still covered by your...

When registering for copyright, do I register the original or the derivative work that I am selling now?

Ideally, I would register both. It's not that expensive and you would gain more protection over both of your works. I would probably say to...

What type of attorney is needed to sell a patent and is a trademark a good idea

A Patent Attorney with experience in licensing will be very useful once you get a buyer interested. As my colleagues have said, you'll want to get...