A new game derived from Twister. Twister, the game, is probably not a copyright property although the game "board" may be a copyright protected. ...

May a nonfiction book use a copyrighted, fictional story as an analogy?

Use of copyright material, without permission and by committing infringement, can be accomplished if used for comment, criticism, news-reporting,...

How much time does an inventor have to patent a "Business Method" that was discussed in open court.

Publication, public use, public display, offer for sale and sale of an invention prior to filing a patent application are all potential "bars" to...

If I have an idea for a t-shirt, let's say "Tires are Awesome", should I seek to copyright the phrase?

Short phrases are not usually protected by Copyright. If you want to sell shirts with the unique phrase then a trademark for the company selling...

I told my class mates about a business idea and they may copy it can I make them sign a NDA?

You can't MAKE them sign. But if it is innovative and not stupid and you are the inventor then you'll need to see Patent Counsel. If you have no...

If the name is similar in sight or sound for a similar business then Yes, you are probably infringing. See Intellectual Property counsel.

There may be universities which impose terms on students regarding the ownership of intellectual property developed in completing degree...

How do you secure pro and college license to use their sports decals on my products? How much does it cost to do so?

Contact the team, college or league to learn what licensing requires. See Intellectual Property counsel.

Is it legal to purchase software licenses (e.g. Computer games) from 'unauthorized' third-party resellers?

Are such sales Authorized by the publishers. It is probably not "illegal or criminal" but is probably not authorized. The authorized distributors...

The Asker apparently buys BMW M wristbands and resells. Does the Asker have permission to sell? Does the Asker have the right to sell items it...