Would this be intellectual property infringement?

Self-help is available. Every reputable social media site has an online process that permits copyright owners to demand that webpages be taken...

I make EDUCATIONAL songs from karaoke tracks of popular songs with own lyrics, and my own vocals... can I sell them?

I think it unlikely that your use and sale of the underlying music [protected by the song's musical composition copyright] and your use and sale of...

Business name protection

Simply registering a domain name does not create any trademark rights in that name. Similarly, "forwarding" a visitor who types in a domain name...

The answer depends on who you want to bind with the promise that they won't disclose the information you intend to provide. Investors [angels and...

I want to protect a media franchise based on a series of self help books, website w/ eLearning videos, apps, etc.

I would suggest, first, that you stop talking in marketing gibberish: the phrases "media franchise" and "vertical business units" do nothing to...

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May I use pictures of myself and various celebrities in my auto-biography without infringing the celebrity's right of publicity?

Attorney Jacobson is, as usual, spot on with his response. Three things, among many, to add: (1) If you did not take the photograph you want to...

I want to design a plastic item for the medical field .I want to file a design patent .do I have to file a utility patent..

Your first question should most certainly NOT be what kind of patent you need. Your first question MUST be whether your design infringes an...

Is it legal to use a trademarked name for a strategy game product?

Your post raises two different questions: (1) Can you include the phrase "Angry Birds" in the title of your application and (2) does your...

I am self-publishing a book, can I use a painting that is in the public domain for the cover?

I disagree with my colleagues. The starting point in the analysis is to identify the rule that applies. The rule that applies is the one used to...

I have a very good invention Idea for underwears im wanting to sell I just need to know whats the best way to protect my idea

Start by reviewing the many questions and answers about "protecting ideas" via the link below. Then, once you do that research and buy and read...