For fee arbitration how should I present emails?Take origin printout and highlight the needed lines? some mails are long.

More information about the arbitration provisions would be required as some have specific rules as to how to present evidence and etc. Failing...

Can I copyright or get IP protection on an idea even if I don't hold a work permit?

This is an interesting question! The answer is, yes, the work can be eligible. Under 17 USC 104(a), unpublished works are protected "without...

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I've translated a book from English into Polish and wish to publish it in Poland. I need to buy the copyrights.

I agree with my fellow attorneys and your instincts to hire an attorney to represent you. Many major publishers have rights and permission...

Is it legal to link to a .torrent file on another website, which contains copyrighted material? -- to be downloaded illegally.

This is a tricky question to answer as it depends on many details of the website. Is your website solely for the purpose of linking to torrent...

Can I Use the Word "Berkeley" in a T-Shirt Without UC Berkeley's Permission?

You are trying to be sneaky, which usually indicates a prohibited action. Trademark infringement occurs when consumers are confused as to the...

Hobbit trademark/copyright question. Can I mention a hobbit in a story purely in the sense of comparing a character to one?

Short phrases and words are not eligible for copyright. Regarding trademark, you should be in the clear so long as it is clear your work is...

Can I write direct song references in a story setting?

As you identify, short phrases (e.g. song titles) are not generally protected by copyright. This use should be fine. However, please be aware...

This use should be permitted from a copyright perspective. Short phrases, names, words, and etc. are not eligible for copyright.

I would also add that, trademark registration or not, use of a trademark in interstate commerce can garner trademark rights.

My novella features pop culture references, such as song titles, book titles, and film titles. Is this safe?

I would add that, generally, short phrases and words, such as song and book titles, are not eligible for copyright.