Is it legal to sell items (via etsy, ebay, etc.) I make using instructions from an online tutorial?

It depends. I recommend you speak with an attorney in private to discuss your plans. Hypothetically speaking, if the instructions you refer to are...

What establishes "expression" when it comes to copyright infringement?

17 U.S.C. § 102(a) states: "Copyright protection subsists, in accordance with this title, in original works of authorship FIXED IN ANY TANGIBLE...

My question is? The papers I signed in the beginning, do they bind me to those companies? I want to go forward on my own. Can I?

Without seeing the contract, I cannot speculate on whether and to what extent you are bound to work with any of these companies. In all likelihood,...

How to go about getting the rights to a design?

Good Afternoon, I recommend that you consult an IP attorney in private to determine how you should proceed. There is simply not enough information...

Is that covered under the first sale doctrine or is it still copyright infringement

More information is needed to determine whether your business will run the risk of a copyright infringement allegation, because the inquiry is very...

Was it an improper question to the jury about a service mark when I was sued over a common law trademark.

More information is needed to opine on the propriety of this question. Your anecdote provides a perfect example of why I would never recommend...

Can we sue for non certified professional in a ambulance at a high school football game?

This is not an intellectual property question. I will reclassify it so it reaches professionals with more direct experience in this area. Best...

Ordinarily I would say more information is needed to respond to your question, but on the specific hypothetical you provided, I would say yes, you...

Is this an interesting case for a copyright lawyer?

Your situation is very interesting from a copyright and trademark perspective. Whether a short phrase is entitled to copyright protection is...

Before you invest time and money developing your game and your business, it is wise to consult with an IP attorney to ensure that you will not have...