I made up lyrics (parody) to an existing Christmas song can I copyright those lyrics ?

Generally, today, at least for U.S. works, copyright occurs when a work having a modicum of creativity is fixed in a tangible medium of expression,...

Would I be breaking copyright laws by painting photos of motorcycles with their logos on the Painting?

There may be first amendment, deminimis, and/or fair use arguments, regarding paintings which include logos, which can be made if you are sued for...

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

Can you make guess the movie t-shirts without violating trademark law?

Each T-shirt should be reviewed regarding, at least potential copyright and/or trademark issues, however, generally, if the T-shirt only shows very...

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

Does USPTO send a hard copy of registration certificate if the trademark application was filed online?

Generally, the USPTO sends a hard copy registration certificate even if you file online. You should discuss with an intellectual property...

Generally, if you use someone else's trademark on your products, which you sell, without permission of the trademark owner, you may be sued for at...

Should I wait to launch my online store before marketing on social media?

If there would be a proposed trademark associated with the brand, you should have a US full trademark search done, which would include, at least...

How do i protect a board game idea I am developing?

Aspects of a board game may be protected, at least, under copyright, trademark, design patent, trade dress, and utility patent; you should discuss...

Is it considered fair use when copyrighted images are used as part as court filings in California?

Generally, there may be an argument if the images are needed to prove your case, that they can be attached to a court filing, and that may be fair...