I'm not sure my colleagues are correct. First, a fictitious business name can only be adopted by a business -- that is, a sole proprietorship,...

IT Software: Pay for Performance Contract instead of NDA

Query Google for [ "software development contract" ] and read. Then speak with your own New York-licensed intellectual property attorney.

Is it possible to trademark or legally protect a concept for a business brand if that concept is on a car?

The short answer is, yes, the dalmation-spot appearance of your car to brand your pet sitting services is very likely protectable "trade dress" [a...

Getting the right attorney (In state? or out of state?). Thanks.

This is, at least, your fourth question about this matter. If I remember correctly you're simply assuming that have a valid copyright infringement...

What are the steps to acquiring patent rights?

My colleagues have already ably answered your question. You can also visit the Patent Office's webpage that explains the process [visit the link...

I am starting a music streaming website (See More Detail)

The legal challenges to lawfully run a music streaming service are very, very substantial. Which is why only very well funded companies even try....

I want to sell the logos of the houston rockets and houston texans

To lawfully sell sports team logos one must acquire a trademark license from the trademark owner. Query Google for [ nba licensing ] and [ nfl...

I didn't apply for patent protection. But if a company copied an idea I submitted and applied for patent do I have a case?

First, how do you know that "in July-Sept of last year the company applied for a patent that is eerily similar to my proposal"? With few...

Hello. I have 2 questions about music industry business.

It should be common sense that before engaging in a particular business you first learn all you can about that business. So read two or three or...

I use to have a domain name hosted, but it expired. Now it's up for auction. The domain name is also my trade mark name.

Q: "What can I do to get my domain name ... back without paying the auction price and have the hosting company to stop offer it for sale?" R: ...