If, at least, the band's logo has a pictorial element to it, then reproducing the band's logo on a t-shirt/clothes may result in liability for...

Can I use song titles o phrases in my merchandise?

It would be important to see exactly what you plan on using. There may be trademark infringement concerns as well as copyright infringement...

Can I use a name for my product which is similar to a non-trademarked product in the same industry?

Generally, one can have common law trademark rights without a trademark registration, and it is possible you may be sued for trademark infringement...

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If you use someone's image for commercial purpose you may violate their right of publicity. You should discuss with an intellectual property...

Can I work for a competing organization, if I have a covenant not to compete signed with my franchisor?

It would be important to know exactly what you would be doing with the competing private company. You should discuss with an attorney licensed in...

If someone owns a brand name, and you have the same username on twitter, does that mean you have to give up your twitter?

It is possible for use of a trademark on twitter to be at least a violation of twitter's terms of use, and also to be trademark infringement. ...

Copyright includes at least the exclusive rights to prepare derivative works based on the copyrighted work, and it appears you would be doing at...

What to do if I purchase unkownigly unoped bootleg DVDs in person? I want to return and get money back

Depending on the amount of money you may be able to sue in small claims court. See: http://www.courts.ca.gov/selfhelp-smallclaims.htm You...

Am I allowed to use a company's name in my advertisement.?

Generally, it depends on how you use the name or logo, but generally you would particularly want to avoid use of the logo, and use of either the...

Can I get copyrights to my new throw pillows which are shaped differently than other conventional pillows?

Generally, it may be possible to have copyrights in three dimensional object designs, however, there may be a question here of whether you are the...