What is proprietary information?

California recognizes a "trade secret privilege" that permits the owner of such a secret to refuse to disclose the secret if requested to do so...

I am looking to startup a .com and I'm worried about copyright infringement of Albert Einstein. Any advice is appreciated.

Attorney Elberg is incorrect that you should “not be concerned about the ‘right of publicity’ nonsense” because “Einstein died too long ago.” Yes,...

Can I sell a similar t shirt design?

I second Attorney Garbis' recommendation to inquire further into whether the trademark is still being used -- even though its federal registration...

Hello; I am an inventor and I have a device which is in the same category as stilts and ladders.

You should read -- a lot -- about exporting. Start with the material published by the federal government and then read a few books [visit the links...

I think you're asking whether you can renew a trademark REGISTRATION issued by the State of California that has expired. No. A new application must...

Can i sell original artwork prints that feature name brand liquor bottles?

Very likely. The less prominent the brand name and the less realistic [that is, the more creative] the illustration the more easily your artwork...

What makes up ordinary terms

The phrase "ordinary terms" has no legal definition within trademark law. Query Google for [ generic trademark ] and [ "merely descriptive"...

Radio Ad Placed in website - Copy Right

The conduct you've described is copyright infringement -- UNLESS the use made of the advertisement is a "fair use" of that sound recording. Your...

Can I use disney caracters to decorate a digital photo album?

My colleagues have already ably answered your question. I write only to note that if you publish on your Facebook or own webpage, for example,...

I am Starting up a business and I want to Trademark my Store name and Logo I need some assistance about the process

The process is that you hire a Texas-licensed trademark attorney. Advice from such an attorney goes far beyond determining whether a trademark is...