Short Answer: Probably not. It is ok to find pieces and parts that already exist and put them together to make a new product. Your new product...

Theft of hard drives with their own movies

Yes, it would. As my colleague points out, you can include that in your police report. If this theft leads to an infringement of your stolen IP...

Is there an attorney that can draw up paperwork to sell my internet domain?

You need to consult with an IP/Business attorney.

Yes, you can sue for copyright infringement if you file to register the work first. However, since the infringement would have occurred before...

Patent Infringment - Trademark Infringment

If you have paid for a patented item purchased from the patent owner or an authorized seller, then the patent owner's rights are exhausted and you...

Generally speaking, items placed in public forums are available for personal viewing. the conditions for viewing must be clearly conveyed to...

Do I need to apply for a utility and design patent for my new invention?

Short Answer: Yes. Assuming that your invention is eligible, you can get it protected under either or even both categories. A utility patent...

Generally speaking, others can't use your property (in this case by painting on it) without your consent. Your case is, however, a bit more...

IP issues related to an online group editing website.

It is not possible to get a specific answer to your question without more information. You should learn as much you can about this online editing...

How do the rights to someone's name and backstory work? Currently writing a paper on how Nike feature real people as characters.

Based on the information you have provided, it is likely that Nike has been paying that person. Of course without more information and analysis no...