Generally, it may be possible to use a pen name without legally changing one's name. Depending on how the name is used, one may want to file...

There may be, at least, various FDA and/or import regulations pertaining to candy. You should discuss with an attorney familiar with import...

Inadvertently I used a couple of names in my children's books that are already used in different media. Can I still use them?

Generally, there may be, at least trademark infringement issues related to use of a name, however, there may be, at least, arguments of deminimis...

How are you able to sell clothing with someone else's intellectual property and likeness attached?

Generally, if you use someone's likeness for commercial purposes you may be liable for violating their right of publicity. You should discuss...

Copyright typically does not cover a short phrase or name, at least by itself, although use of a short phrase may be copyright infringement of a...

Generally, if you take someone's trademarked product, modify it, but leave the original trademark on it, and sell the modified product without...

Can you sell photo prints of high school jerseys? What type of licensing would you need?

There may be at least trademark and/or copyright infringement concerns. You may need to get a license from the particular high school. ...

Failure to name proper inventors in a patent may be grounds for invalidating that patent. You should make the legal team aware that you are an...

Can I legally monetize a political commentary podcast; and is using audio from news and other podcasts considered fair use?

Generally fair use depends on a number of factors which need to be looked at on case by case basis. See:...

Can I use audio portions from TV shows in a political/social commentary podcast?

Generally, fair use depends on a number of factors which need to be looked at on a case by case basis. See:...