Copyright, ISBN & More

Do I have to copyright my book before I send it to a publisher? What if a publisher steals my work?

The Verve Intellectual Property Case: A Bittersweet Example

Intellectual property's tentacles are long and strong. Maybe the largest battlefield in IP is the music industry. Composer, producers, interpreters and license owners might get unexpectedly involved in legal battles regarding the misuse or abuse of a song of their property. Sometimes it is just something as little as a sample of the song but are legal frictions can deal with millions and millions of dollars.

Intellectual Property: Design - Spare Parts

In Dyson Ltd v Qualtex [2004], Dyson brought proceedings against the defendant, Qualtex, a manufacturer of vacuum cleaner spare parts, alleging infringement of its unregistered design rights in various spare parts comprising different products. Unregistered design rights are unregistrable intellectual property rights that arise automatically by the operation of law and protect the owners of original designs from, amongst other things, unauthorised copying. The existence of such rights is subject to certain exceptions.

Probate Attorneys - Sometimes A Specialist is Really Needed

Attorneys can be very useful in times of bereavement. Probate complexities can be overwhelming to a grieving survivor, and lawyers trained in dealing with such complexities can be instrumental in getting through such a time. Let's explore the ways in which hiring a probate attorney can be beneficial to the family -- even prior to passing on.

The Basic Use of a Living Trust

Estate planning is a tricky concept, but one you have to tackle. The living trust is a key component of most estate planning efforts.

Pocket Living Will - Preserves Wishes And Assets

She lay alone and unconscious for days until rescued by her mail carrier and police. Mary's foresight in preparing her living will and carrying a special copy with her not only preserved her healthcare wishes but provided the person with her power of attorney the opportunity to protect her assets and carry on with her financial affairs.

Advanced Medical Directive for Terminal Patients - Terri Schiavo Case

How the Advanced Medical Directive can save a terminal patient life and make legal decisions. Briefly examines Terri Schiavo case. Why a living will, healthcare powers of attorney, healthcare proxies are not enough to save your life. When the Advanced Medical Directive is effective in medical care and Medicaid.

How To Write Your Last Will

If you are reading this, you want to know how to write a Will - a Last Will And Testament. It is actually simple. To write your own Last Will And Testament you have two choices: start from scratch or use a Last Will And Testament form.

8-Tactics on Easy Estate Planning

Should you hire a professional to handle your estate planning?

Sample Last Will And Testament

A will or testament is a document by which the testator regulates the rights of others over his property or family after death. In a strict sense, a will is a general term, while testament applies only to dispositions of personal property. A will is also used as the instrument in a trust. A sample of last will and testament provides a standard format, which gives a basic guideline for writing a last will and testament.

Discussing Wills and Powers of Attorney With Your Parents

Discussing wills and durable powers of attorney with your parents can be somewhat scary for most people. This article discusses several approaches that have proved successful for the author's clients.

Last Will And Testament-What's Next?

So you have finally made your will! You are happy in the knowledge your loved ones will be provided for. Is there anything else you need to do?

Wills and Trusts: Four Reasons People Delay & Shouldn't

Learn the 4 mind shifts you need to overcome estate planning procrastination.