So long as it's sufficiently creative -- which is a good assumption -- the image you drew 32 years ago (in 1986) is protected by copyright under...

Question regarding intellectual property...

Including in a song’s lyrics the names of cards used in a trading card game violates no one else’s rights under any body of law. What you do with...

Copyright Issue?

As my colleague notes, a "release" typically does not address who owns the copyright in the work in which the signatory appeared. It's normally...

I agree with my colleague that the described use of your relative's image could be unlawful. If your relative is a resident of Louisiana,...

What Federal Rule of Civil Procedure can be used to reopen a case for a subsequent misappropriation of trade secrets?

I think it very likely the other party's continued use of the same information the court has already adjudged was not misappropriated was, and is,...

How do I get Avvo to remove and ad for me as a lawyer when this is inaccurate?

Visit https://www.avvo.com/for-lawyers/contact-sales or call 800-441-3596 and press 2 during business hours (8am-5pm PT, Monday-Friday) to talk to...

Can I use a picture from the internet

I think you're asking whether it's lawful to affix a photograph of a celebrity to a shoe that you're making for a customer. If so, that would very...

So by buying product a and completely changing it and giving it a different name for resale is legal?

Product manufacturers almost always make their products using components made by others. So, yes, it can be lawful to buy a branded end-product and...

Q: "... is this legal if ppl know its obviously fake because of the price and what if you say its fake?" R: No. Selling a counterfeit product in...

Why is it so hard to find an attorney who specializes in DMCA take down notices?

Any intellectual property attorney (with the exception of those who only prosecute patent applications) can assist you with determining whether you...