As a startup, how concerned should I be with IP initially? What is the average cost required for a patent?

As a startup software company you should be concerned with IP from the outset. This would include the company's patentable ideas, its copyrights...

The brief answer is that it depends on the privacy rights in Florida. Nevertheless, in most states there are no criminal penalties for such...

Entertainment Law Question: If I pay a singer $5 to sing my original song, do I own the sound recording rights?

You definitely need to consult with an expert music attorney to work out this situation. Nevertheless, as pointed out by the previous responders,...

Can you patent a process that encompasses several individual tasks where the individual tasks are already being done?

As long as your process is a patentably distinct invention you may be safe. When creating and patenting an invention that incorporates prior art...

I need help patenting a product both for for its utility and design, as well as various trademarks, is there anyone out there?

You are in need of good patent counsel with reasonable rates. The Adli Law Group is located in LA, but we can arrange to travel to the Bay Area if...

Should i opt for licensing or trademark?

Your best course of action here would be to either apply for copyrights on your sketches and then present to Hallmark and/or other parties for...

Is it legal to sell unchanged works of public domain

It is perfectly legal to sell public domain works, however, you may want to consider a claim under Pennsylvania's deceptive trade practices...

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I am a singer and producers want me to sign a contract. Is this a safe move for my future regarding record labels?

A couple of questions? Do you write your own music? Do you arrange all of your own vocals? If not, you are going to have to make some...

Any GA lawyers successful in winning a slander case against a spouse?

Have you spoken to your divorce attorney regarding the slander? If not, the other party may be liable under the state's tort defamation laws but...

How does a Georgia resident go about removing someone from their home?

If this was the marital home, I would simply give the "ex" a notice of eviction with a date identified to have all property removed from the home. ...