It all really depends on the specifics . . . It is possible to register the mark, but you need to search to see if it's abandoned and to determine...

If you buy an uncopyeighted piece of artwork would you ever owe the painter a royalty?

If by "uncopyrighted" you mean it is in the public domain, then the answer to your questions is "no" you would never owe a royalty to the painter...

I agree with the other attorney's that answered here on Avvo. You have a complicated and unique issue that must be analyzed by a California...

When is a music composition fully protected by copyright?

The time stamp on the hard drive may be sufficient, however the best course of action is to simply register with the US Copyright Office. The...

What can I do now? Should I file DMCA counter-notice?

To answer your questions, with these limited facts that you have provided, it appears that the copyright infringement notice is not "legit". That...

I have a youtube channel that is doing very well. In all of my videos i say a Phrase. can i trademark or copyright this phrase?

To answer your question, trademark is the proper way to protect your phrase. That said, whether the phrase is trademark-able is dependent on a...

What is the process and requirements of establishing a foreign branch in California?

Without more information it is impossible to give an answer. I am of counsel for a multi-national Korean law firm that handles a lot of these...

What do I ask for in compensation for illegal usage of my image?

You should contact an intellectual property attorney with a focus on international copyright litigation. Without reviewing the agreement and...

Is Air Tight Contracts Inc good?

Forms are commonly used by attorneys, however, an attorney will only use the forms to create a proper agreement tailored to your specific, unique...

The short answer is "no". You do not (necessarily) buy the copyright when you buy an original work of art. However, if you put in place an art...