How do I protect a business idea when presenting and negotiating support for the idea?

The obstacle is commonly encountered - insufficient funding. The USPTO may have a Pro Bono program that you might qualify for - contact the US...

I would like to get a copyright for producing a specific designed lace.

File a digital copy of the design with the Federal Copyright Office with a filing fee of $35 plus counsel's fee. The Asker sill likely be able to...

Wouldn't the creation of buffer copies in electronic devices make all users of such devices infringe on copyright law?

Protocols for management of bandwidth and storage are found in several formats. The Asker essentially asks if the streaming entity or the...

A friend buys a yard of cowboys material , asks me to sew her a bingo bag, pays me to sew it. is that infringement?

The personal use of copyright protected fabric is not infringement. The use of such fabric for manufacture of commercial sales requires a license....

What 2 do if i got a lawsuit for infringing intellectual property of a big car manufacturer?

Get to an Intellectual Property attorney. The attorney will know how to respond to opposing counsel and what your options are.

Can I be sued over photos if i did not sign any contract or verbally accept the agreement.

The several interactions must be analyzed to determine the "contract" which came into existence. The analysis must be done by counsel involved...

Can I compare my products against my competitons products on my website to show the differences?

Yes, the Asker can compare and contrast products. However, the competition will seek guidance from counsel for means of terminating the...

Is an individual liable for internet copyright if the ISP is being sued?

In the normal course of receiving notice of possible infringement, the ISP will receive a letter or pleading advising the ISP of an IP address...

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Can a company sue an individual through an ISP?

The Asker wonders if a copyright owner can sue an infringer through an ISP. The copyright owner sues the infringer. The ISP does not police...

What are the legal actions that could be taken against an aggressive article online

What are the Terms of Use for the Asker's magazine? The Asker should confer with Intellectual Property counsel regarding Terms and Enforcement.