Am I able to use songs for a non-profit video?

Contact ASCAP or BMI, tell them what you wish to do, and they will give you a price for use of their song book. This avoids having to license each...

Legal documents require use of legal name. Stage name on a passport, for example, can be a real problem. Use of stage name is not limited in...

If I'll post my own stuff inspired by others ,knitting patterns from the old 50's catalog would it be a copy-write violation?

The answer is definitely maybe. It depends on what you are doing with the patterns, how close you are copying the works, and perhaps even how...

Prior responders give good advice. It is very possible that the design is covered by a design patent. There is also an argument that their making...

What is the procedure to imitate a non fictitious character in a film?

Where you live is not particularly relevant. Where you produce and display this film may be. Without knowing more it is tough to determine...

Is it possible to put a patent on a web application idea?

Prior responders are correct. It is difficult, if not impossible, to patent a software method. It is also impossible to patent an idea. You can...

You can use them freely and then find out who owns the rights when you find yourself in court and liable for a large verdict for many counts of...

I'm writing a story outline , how do I protect the title and the story?

Generally a book title is not protectable unless it is part of a "brand" or series, in which case the brand part can be trademarked. The story can...

Can I import cellphone case brand imitations?

There are (at least) two issues. First there is the matter of trademark and second there is copyright. I do not believe there is any patent on...

My dad lives in assisted living. An employee stole his money and credit cards and used them. Is the home responsible?

Previous responses are correct. In addition, there may be liability for the facility based upon either the terms of his rental agreement (or...