How do I have a search performed to find patents which might be infringing upon my patent?

While attorney Ballard gave a very thorough answer, I would also add that you can find infringers the old fashion way by rolling up your sleeves...

I plan on opening a business soon. We will be painting quotes on boards to hang on the wall or add hooks for a key hanger. my?

Short phrases and individual words are, generally, not eligible for copyright. However, short phrases and words may be covered under trademark...

Using the patented intellectual or branded property of another in your product could lead to infringement issues in patent, trademark, and/or...

Who would I speak to about permission to dress as a Disney princess?

For licensing such as this, DIsney may have a wing that does community outreach or etc. you could contact.

If I paid for a freelance to write an article, do I own the copyright rights if I make modifications to the work?

You are correct. Copyright originates in the creator of a work. In this case, the freelancer. While one's rights in and to a copyright can be...

Hunters in the woods

This sounds vaguely familiar to an early case I studied in law school...

Can you be fired for thus

You may not have received the full story regarding the person being fired. There may be a company handbook or part of the employment contract that...

Is it possible to legally have old court case history removed from someone's website.

Agreed. It is difficult to get truthful, factual information (such as the public details of a court case) removed from the internet. As advised,...

I am in possession of master recording tapes of a new band and they have made it to international star status.

Your attorney, familiar with the details of the situation, has rendered an opinion. Is there a reason you do not trust his/her opinion (other than...

My roommate repeatedly took unauthorized use of my vehicle. He has no license due to a DUI.

This sounds more like a civil litigation matter; I have changed the practice area for you.