Do I have to comply to this "Cease & Desist (C&D)" letter?

A claim for trademark infringement generally requires the plaintiff to prove: whether the defendant's use of the disputed mark is likely to...

I recently had my product reviewed by some writers who published their review in some famous publications. Can I quote them?

The area you are attempting to negotiate has many complexities involving copyright and false advertising law that need carefully to be analyzed by...

Can I register a work at copyright.gov in both my business name and my name together?

What strategy is good or not is a question that cannot be directly answered in this forum. You need a comprehensive discussion with counsel in...

Not only does unauthorized use of the NFL’s trademarks and trade dress constitute trademark infringement, use of copyright materials without...

IF I PURCHASE A PIECE OF ART FROM SOMEONE ONLINE, CAN I SELL THIS ITEM IN MY STORE LEGALLY?

The first sale doctrine provides that the copyright owner's exclusive distribution right extinguishes with respect to the particular authorized...

You very much need to contact IP counsel in New York to discuss the specific facts and circumstances. The doctrine of nominative fair use allows...

Can I name my clothing brand "Kleenex" as long as the tissue company does not sell clothing?

When you say "brand" you are inferring that you are selecting a word or words, with or without a design, to identify the source of the goods you...

How do I transfer the rights of an IP I created from a corporation I created back to myself.

Transfer of copyright (17 U.S.C. 201(d) - 17 U.S.C. 205) and trademarks (15 U.S.C. 1060) can be accomplished upon proper authorization of the...

Do I have a right to my sick pay after being terminated from employment?

A Nevada employer is required to pay an employee "the wages and compensation earned and unpaid at the time of such discharge." NRS 608.020. The...

When do you suggest your client company file trademark registration?

Advising a client when to submit a trademark application is based upon several circumstances. Nontheless, there are benefits to registration, even...