Michigan Patents Legal Questions

This is exactly what patent attorneys do. In addition, a patent attorney can file the provisional patent application with the US Patent Office, assist with filing a regular patent application claiming priority to the provisional patent application, provide a non-disclosure agreement, and help negotiate a license for the invention, just to name a few of the services patent attorneys offer.... Read More

On its face, Section 106 does not help the plaintiff very much. More importantly, you delivered no product, so damages may make it imprudent for the copyright owner to pursue you. However, the copyright owner cannot verify your claim very easily, and so he may choose to file an action. You should seek the help of a lawyer experienced in intellectual property litigation.... Read More

It is possible that you could obtain a patent on your new product. Whether you can or not would depend on the interactions between the new type of void and the particular product you are making. The answer to this question can be quite complicated and involve many factors. For example, would the results obtained be expected? Is there some suggestion that the new word would not work in the context of your invention? How long is the new material that available? Are there similar applications in the prior art? You would be well advised to seek the counsel of a patent lawyer on these questions.... Read More

This is governed by the provisions of 18 U.S.C. 504 Printing and filming of United States and foreign obligations and securities. As for filming money, look to paragraph 3 of that section. (3)The making or importation of motion-picture films, microfilms, or slides, for projection upon a screen or for use in telecasting, of postage and revenue stamps and other obligations and securities of the United States, and postage and revenue stamps, notes, bonds, and other obligations or securities of any foreign government, bank, or corporation. No prints or other reproductions shall be made from such films or slides, except for the purposes of paragraph (1), without the permission of the Secretary of the Treasury. Based on this statute, it appears that filming of money is not expressly forbidden. Before doing any filming, consult your attorney about the specifics of your project. He or she will map the project on this statute and can provide you advice regarding the impact of any potential copyright infringement liability. You can read more about copyright issues at http://www.usmint.gov/policy/index.cfm?action=TermsOfUse#rights... Read More