Are brand names copyright?

Generally, a name may be a trademark. Generally, a name or short phrase, by itself, is not covered by copyright, although use of a short phrase...

Trademark questions below?

On the surface, it appears there is a trademark infringement concern. However, generally, you should do a US full trademark search which would...

Generally, if the refusal, for example, in combination with other evidence, indicates that someone else has trademark rights superior to yours,...

Generally, if aspects of the mascot are protected by trademark and/or copyright then you may be liable for at least trademark and/or copyright...

Can I restrict use of my manufactured board game at public events only to holders of a license agreement with me?

Theoretically, one can rent out a board game, or sell a board game. You should discuss with an intellectual property attorney in a private...

Is it legal to create a product that is inspired by/a spoof of a popular game or game show?

Generally, if you use someone else's trademark for commercial purpose there may be at least, trademark infringement and trademark dilution...

There is at least one or more registered U.S. trademarks for CUBS which appear to be owned by the baseball team, and you may be liable for...

I'm seeking to produce unlicensed NCAA logos with "terds"/"turds" illustrated over them. Is this fair use?

Generally, if you use NCAA logos for commercial purposes without permission you may be liable for trademark infringement Generally, if the...

Generally, if you put a trademarked logo or a logo having a pictorial element subject to copyright, on a product without permission of the owner of...

Can I make dolls of baby girls which use the hairstyles and hair colors of Disney princesses?

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