How do I negotiate a collaboration agreement so producer gains royalties and credit but I still have full control over a song?

First, you need to get your producer friend to agree to the mechanism for the negotiation, which you hope would lead to your desired outcome. ...

Who owns the copyright of a game after the game owner abandons the game?

If the copyright owner(s) expressly abandons his/her/their rights in the work, then the work becomes part of the public domain and available to...

Assuming the dog treats you purchase are branded, you can put your own brand on the IF the mark owner gives you a license to do so. Otherwise, you...

How to protect my trademark application from a well funded startup?

You have options, but the best course is to consult with an IP attorney before proceeding. You can file an opposition with the PTO; institute...

Yes, you can. As long as you keep it current.

Yes, you can. A registered mark, whether it is a name, logo or dress, allows the owner to use the (®) symbol next to the mark. Before issuance of...

What does the law say about videotaping on a school campus?

Generally, photographing or videotaping in a public location is not a problem as individuals can't have a reasonable expectation of privacy in such...

Hi, Hope you are having a great day? My father wrote two books about 700 pages for the first and 200 for the second. Those

I agree with my colleagues about the need to consult with a French copyright counsel. My law firm employs a French attorney who may be able to...

Filing patent overseas?

In the U.S., patents are filed in the name of the inventor which then, as you have done, can assign it to a company. I think you are wondering if...

Yes, the characters, plot line and settings you describe can be eligible for copyright and perhaps trademark protection. But you need to consult...