There is no legal definition of "obscenity", though some towns or other governing bodies describe it as being primarily intended to appeal to...

For a patent application, can request of Time extension for reply be filed after 3 month reply period of a non-final action?

In your situation, you have up to 3 months to file without having to request an extension and pay a fee for that extension. In total, you can...

How serious is it for a major website to turn a blind eye to piracy?

The first question is, do you own the works that are being infringed, or are you notifying them as a third party? If it is as a third party, then...

Could I obtain a lisense in new Hampshire if my mass lisense is suspended?

That is generally up to each state's discretion. NH MAY give you a license... however, in many instances, they will choose not to. Depending on...

Do I need to get a license from a candy company if I use their product as is, in my product?

You have a right to resell, as long as you do not create the impression that you're endorsed or supported by the trademark owner (of the candy), or...

Can I legally sell items I have modified with my own artistic expression?

You are likely to face significant problems. This may be considered a derivative work of copyright on both the original figure and on the character...

Is that possible to have a trademark on watch design only ?

There may be trade marks involved, there may be design patents, but there also may be trade dress. Trade dress is not registered, but acquires...

A parody may allow you to practice it/use it and have a defense if accused of infringement. if it becomes well know enough, it may be able to be...

Can I patent a line of custom bobbleheads?

You may be able to do a design patent on a specific design. If they are each custom, you may be able to do a utility patent on the method of...

What law(s) is/are in place to prevent a patent attorney from stealing a client's invention idea?

This question seems to get asked regularly. Only the inventor can patent the invention (not idea, since you can't patent a concept). The...