Generally, you should do a US full trademark search which would include at least, USPTO registered trademarks, USPTO pending trademark...

How can I use someones product as an emblem for my company?

Generally, if you use someone else's pin design for your business, as an emblem of your company, there may be at least, trademark infringement, and...

Is using the name "Network Automotive Inc" (used car dealer) infringement on "Network Automotive Service Centers" (auto repair)?

There are various factors which are used to determine if two trademarks are confusingly similar; these factors may vary depending on jurisdiction;...

Can I trademark a new word that has a root which is already in use?

There are various factors which are used to determine if two trademarks are confusingly similar; these factors may differ depending on...

Generally, if this involves two trademarks, there may be a question of whether they are confusingly similar. Various factors may be used to...

Can a misspelled trade mark (for a product) can be used in a slogan to offer another service that IS NOT RELATED AT ALL?

There may be at least arguments of trademark dilution, for famous trademarks, depending on all of the facts. You should discuss with an...

How can I protect my copyright without registering my book with us copyright office ?

Generally, assuming this is a U.S. work, created today, you need to at least file for a copyright registration with the U.S. Copyright Office in...

Will a trademark attorney measure the product I want to patent, or should I hire someone to blueprint it for me?

Patents and trademarks are different types of intellectual property. A figurine may, for example, be the subject of a design patent...

Can I sell my Disney DVDs?

Generally, under the first sale doctrine, you may be able to sell an authentic DVD, that you legally purchased. You should discuss with an...

Am I liable for copyright infringement if I use a song in a movie, but without music and with altered lyrics?

Copyright includes at least the exclusive rights to reproduce the copyrighted work in copies, and to prepare derivative works based on the...