I need a second opinion. Should I suspend or refile for a trademark?

Not sure what you mean by "their filing date will occur ... if they renew". If Bach Jewelry is already registered, and if you were rejected...

Same business name, same industry, different product trademark infringement?

On the surface, there is a trademark infringement concern. You should present all of the relevant information to an intellectual property...

You indicate that the "patent claims ... are broad enough to cover the 'new' widget". But then you say you are concerned whether the new widget...

I would like to obtain a pen name for writing within my profession? What needs to be done and how much?

Generally, you may be able to obtain a U.S. trademark registration regarding a pen name, depending on the facts. See:...

Can I create a comic book using a pseudonym?

Generally, you can, at least, file for a copyright registration using a pseudonym. However, there are circumstances under which a pseudonym...

This is a "Double Question ..." Do I need Copyright Permission to write, perform, and record and "Answer" to a song/songs?

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

Is a Mechanical License a "one-time thing" with a given song?

Generally, if you have two different versions of a song, you may need, at least, two separate mechanical licenses. However, you should discuss...

Screenplay question?

Copyright does not protect ideas. If there is no signed agreement, such as a non disclosure agreement which indicates that the LA individual...

How do I deal with a TV commercial ownership situation?

Generally, it is possible that there may be at least a non exclusive license to use the commercial for some purpose, depending on all of the facts....

Would like to obtain a pen name for writing textbooks, parent and patient education magazine articles, ceu's for educ and med s?

Generally, it is possible to obtain a U.S. trademark registration for a pen name if it is used on a series of written works and the name identifies...