If I receive a new-use patent for a product commonly sold, does the manufacturer have to pay a royalty to make the new claim?

Short Answer: It depends.. Assuming that you receive a patent for the new use of an existing product, you can only enforce the patent against...

There is no way any attorney can meaningfully answer your question in this forum. You need to consult with an intellectual property attorney who...

Short Answer: Not necessarily. First, let's keep two concepts of business entity names and trademarks separate. A company name is not...

I have a patented product with a trademarked name. Does submitting to organizations grant them rights by their terms of service?

Short Answer: Yes. Based on the information you provided, it does appear that simply by posting, you are granting broad rights in the posted...

Can I find a no win no fee type of lawyer for an easy job with potential of high settlement?

Short Answer: you need to call around and speak to individual attorneys to see if they will take such a case. our firm does not do contingency...

Short Answer: Likely not. Even though there is an argument that your use is "fair use", it is not a strong one since you are making commercial use...

Short Answer: Not likely. the logos are copyrighted and you would need the owner's permission to use them. There IS a "fair use" exception to...

Short Answer: Depending on how the new characters affect the perceived similarity of the works, your work may or may not pass muster. The right...

Short Answer: Probably NOT. The question is whether consumers are likely to be confused as to the source of the perfume. In this case, you have...

Can I still apply for a patent after a year with the Idea?

Short Answer: Maybe. If you have not publicly disclosed the idea, then the answer is yes. If you have publicly disclosed your invention, then...