Under at least, 18 USC 2320, there are potential criminal penalties for trafficking in counterfeit goods or services, which may include heavy fines...

If you have a trademark that you want to use in interstate commerce in the U.S. or in commerce between the U.S. and a foreign country, you would...

I have a youtube channel that is doing very well. In all of my videos i say a Phrase. can i trademark or copyright this phrase?

Generally, copyright does not cover short phrases. You may be able to file for a trademark application; you should discuss with an intellectual...

Youtube's terms of service, expressly prohibit downloading of content, except in circumstances indicated. See their terms of service paragraph 5B....

Does trademark counterfeiting apply to all items or just money?

There is at least 18 USC 2320, which deals, at least in part with trafficking in goods and services using counterfeit trademarks. You should...

An assignment is a contract which requires consideration, and consideration can be money or something generally of value. However, the...

What do I ask for in compensation for illegal usage of my image?

If this company is infringing your rights, then you should have an intellectual property attorney, licensed in the UK if we are dealing with a UK...

What can I do now? Should I file DMCA counter-notice?

Filing a DMCA takedown notice is a serious action which requires various information, including a statement under penalty of perjury. 17 USC...

What can I do legally to protect myself against next door business imitating/copying the look of my store front?

It is possible that you may have some common law trademark rights, based on the look of your store front, and you should discuss with an...

Depending on the artwork, and what you intend to do, you may be limited in various ways, even though you purchased it outright and it is the only...