Can I download music from youtube as an mp3 file and import it to my van? I'm using it for personal uses only, no selling.

The YouTube terms (as of today) state "B. Content is provided to you AS IS. You may access Content for your information and personal use solely as...

How to transfer ownership of patents in the USPTO?

As my colleagues have stated, you must have an assignment agreement prepared, which may cost you some money, but I wanted to add that if you file...

As my colleagues have stated, there is no protection for ideas, and trademarks do not relate to the general types of intellectual property you seem...

What happens in a free initial trademark consultation ?

As my colleagues said, each attorney may handle a consultation in different ways, but usually he or she will review what mark you want to...

Can a firm sue if someone reproduces a vintage poster commissioned in 1865 which carries their company name?

As Mr. Levine said, there is no limit on trademarks, although it seems likely that the copyright has expired (although that would need to be...

What are the average costs to patent a game? Mine is a variation of blackjack.

Depending on who you get to do it, it will probably cost between $4000 and $15000 dollars to get an application drafted, including drawings....

Is it illegal or morally wrong, for U2/iTunes to have downloaded their newest album automatically to my device?

This annoyed a lot of people, but as the others have said, it is likely not a case for a suit. Apparently, Apple has made it easy for people to...

How do I protect an idea(s) I have for a children's series of short stories? I'll be hiring a online freelancer to write it?

As my colleagues have said, you need to ensure you have a contract ensuring you maintain the copyright to the writing your freelancer does for you....

I am being accused of bank fraud for online payday loans and was advised to hire a criminal atty. Is this a scam?

It appears the FBI is aware of a scam for what you are describing: http://www.fbi.gov/news/pressrel/press-releases/paydayloanscam_120710 The IRS...

I'm a dual citizen as well, and it can add complexity to your income tax filing, particularly the first time through. There are tax implications...