I opened a small boutique with an ex and he fired me but I am the one who designed the name and logo?

If, for example, an entity, such as an LLC was doing business using this name, as a common law trademark, then it is possible that that entity may...

Who is liable?

If one author consented to have his writing included in an anthology, and if the entity who prepares the anthology, unknown to the one author,...

Can I legally sell a painting I make of a photo I see that is NOT protected in any way, say, an anonymous pic?

It may be difficult to confirm for certain that this photo is "not protected in any way". Copyright includes at least the exclusive right to...

Facebook apparently, only will take a report of copyright infringement from the owner of the copyright or authorized representative, however, you...

How can I sue films and companies for using my family name?

Theoretically, someone may sue for violation of right of publicity for using a person's name for a commercial purpose, however, it depends on the...

How do I go about finding out if another artist has infringed on my copyright ?

In order to sue for copyright infringement, you need to, at least file for copyright registration; you should discuss with an intellectual property...

Will first Provisional Patent Application become prior art to Second Provisional Patent Application?

Generally, you need to file a non provisional application within one year of filing of provisional application to get the priority of the...

Can I switch words in movie quotes legally?

Generally, very short quotes, are not protected by copyright, at least by themselves, although it is possible that taking a significant quote from...

My music was used by spotify without my consent.Can I go after them for copywright infringement

On the surface it appears you may be able to sue for copyright infringement, however, you should discuss with an intellectual property attorney in...

Is "Portland, OR - Keeping things weird since 1845" infringes TM "Keep Portland weird"?

It appears that someone attempted to get a U.S. trademark registration for KEEP PORTLAND WEIRD; SERIAL NO. 78202703, but that it was abandoned,...