Short answer: yes, it is possible to obtain a U.S. patent on an invention without a prototype. Strictly speaking, a prototype is NOT necessary...

As noted, if sued, immediately consult with an IP litigator in private about your case. Note, the truth should be an absolute defense to...

I agree with attorneys Dijulio and Scarbrough. I think you likely want to seek registration of copyrights in your gate artwork at the U.S....

There could be a number of issues to potentially unpack here, such as, but not limited to, copyright, privacy, publicity rights, and defamation...

Consultations with lawyers range from free to not free depending upon the firm’s and/or the lawyer’s practices. And the free ones might only be...

If you have a valid arbitration agreement with company A, then suing company A might result in a quick dismissal of that case because such a...

As a general rule of, once someone accepts a gift, whatever property involved in the gift becomes the sole and exclusive property of the person who...

Note what I have to say is only with respect to U.S. law. Currently (2024), the USPTO (Trademark Office) treats "Sudoku" when appearing as...

As to your current situation, try to negotiate a settlement agreement in writing that addresses and resolves this dispute – and better yet, have...

I have not done the research to see if your particular situation has been litigated. So, I’ll leave you with some points to consider. As a...