I am looking to make a T- shirt that resembles the Nike check logo and a phrase that sounds like the Nike trademark "Just Do It"

If you plan to use the shirt for commercial purposes, and if Nike finds out, they will almost assuredly take legal action. If it will be a...

I think someone is infringing on my trademark and intellectual property. What type of lawyer do I need and where do I find?

A trademark attorney. If any of your IP is patented, you should hire a patent litigator. There is a find an attorney feature on Avvo.

Can an applicant (non-attorney) interview Examining Attorney for refusal of trademark for likelihood of refusal?

Yes, you may call the examiner and discuss the basis of the refusal. The examiner may even give you feedback on whether he or she will find your...

The USPTO will not perform a search or otherwise examine a provisional application. It will remain pending for one year. You may claim patent...

What should we do if we have already breached non compete agreement?

This will turn on the particulars of your employment agreement and non-compete with ABC and whether XYZ is within the scope and whether the terms...

Do I need to get copyright permission?

Yes. That would be publication and/or creation of a derivative of someone else's presumably copyright-protected image. Consider obtaining a...

Pending Motion for Summary Judgment at the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board Cancellation proceeding

This is a complicated matter and I strongly encourage you to retain an attorney to help you. Generally speaking, yes there can be both a district...

How do I get a provisional patent for my invention?

There is no such thing as a provisional patent. A provisional patent application will not mature into a patent and merely provides an earlier...

Need some details for creating a disclaimer on a digital ad using competitors trademarked names

Keyword trademark infringement laws are actively evolving and vary by jurisdiction. I happened to be on the winning side in district court in...

NJ recognizes accord and satisfaction. As stated by a prior responder, there needs to be a legitimate dispute about the debt. The check also...