I'm writing a novel and for a scene two of the characters are going on a date to Tokyo Disney?

Generally, there may be some trademark infringement concerns, however, you may have first amendment, fair use, and/or deminimis use arguments, and...

There may be, at least, FDA, OSHA, EPA, and other regulations regarding preparing and selling cleaning products. Regarding patenting, it may be...

Generally, if your proposed U.S. trademark is confusingly similar to a prior existing registered active U.S. trademark of another, for very related...

Can I copyright/trademark knitting patterns/logo designed by grandmother when copyright has expired? Slightly change patterns?

You may be able to have a copyright on a new pattern, but if your grandmother's patterns are in the public domain then generally you would not be...

How small entity patents evolve to large entities and the process.

Generally, an entity may be a micro entity, a small entity, or a large entity. Generally, a micro entity is required to pay less USPTO fees...

Generally, there may be a concern that a private entity may not be allowed to claim exclusive federal trademark rights to a traffic sign, where the...

Theoretically, if, at least, appropriate documentation is filed and appropriate fees are paid at appropriate times after registration, a U.S....

Do I need a signed authorization to exhibit portraits taken in a public space?

If photographs were taken of individuals in a public place, there typically may be less of a concern, however, there may be issues regarding right...

See 17 U.S.C. 412: https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/USCODE-2011-title17/pdf/USCODE-2011-title17-chap4-sec412.pdf Also, there may be many...

Can I import and resell branded Chinese items that look inspired by another branded item?

A doll may be protected by a design patent. If there is a functional aspect, it may be protected by a utility patent. The design of a doll...