If I add a watermark to my photograph, does it make it copyrighted in my name?

No, adding the watermark does not create the copyright. The work of authorship itself creates the copyright. Filing for Federal Registration...

One of our clients (small business) received a letter of extortion from a company by the name of "footstock.com".

What is the history of rootstock.com ? will they file in Federal Court? or will they just fade away. It the gamble that IP Counsel may be able...

I arrange sheet music on YouTube of songs that already was made for example: Rolling in the deep for piano. Is this legal?

You are making derivative works which is a property right owned by the Copyright Owner. The arrangements are likely infringing. See IP Counsel.

Unusual wording re: liability waiver requested last minute for workshop: copyrights & trade secrets.Content below.Is this ok?

The Agreement protects the owner of the IP more than just protection of the Owner's IP. The "concepts and techniques" may go beyond what is owned...

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Who owns the rights to a trademark office action response?

The Response is public and can be viewed by going to the Trademark Office web site. Everyone in world can read the Response and see reaction by...

Why is recommended to protect songs by separate copyright unless one plans on licensing a catalog?

The issues has been addressed within recent days. See 37 CFR 202.3 indicating that in the registration of the collected works, meaning multiple...

I want to purchase a book from Amazon that I plan to teach with. It is ok for me to print chapters of this book for my students?

The Asker must determine if a teaching exemption from infringement exists under 17 USC 110. If every teacher made copies then authors might become...

I designed a new handle modification for crochet hooks so that people with arthritis and other ailments can use it comfortably.

The invention may be subject to patent protection. The Asker has to consult with a Patent Attorney regarding the possibility that prior inventions...

Am I in violation of copyright laws with my music?

The Asker is playing music which they do not own in a facility where individuals gather, buy and generate enough revenue to cover the rent. The...

Should I copyright my work?

The Asker will have to have IP Counsel advice to determine if the material belongs to the troupe/management as the employer or if it belongs to the...