We just can't answer this here. We would need to know all the details. I will offer some general remarks on the trademark clearance process below,...

Seeking clarification on Fair Use versus copyright infringement

It sure sounds like you might be creating a derivative work and therefore infringing on copyrights. The only way to get a clear answer,...

You are free to write about anything or anyone you like. As noted, you need to exercise good judgment and cannot be reckless regards to the truth...

Do I need NFL approval to paint the logo of a football team on my product?

Yes. If the customer wants to add that on themselves that is a different story. This is because the NFL did not endorse or sponsor your product and...

I have rights and permissions can I sell the artwork?

You're asking a question that can't be answered here. We would need to know how exactly you acquired these rights. I assume you have a written...

As already mentioned, you operate on the Apple platform on their terms not yours. In some cases, a letter from legal counsel may make them...

Trademark Infringement question, Please advice

The big problem here is that the third party platforms like Etsy, Amazon, etc. are going to respond when they are put on notice by a mark holder...

You received some good advice. Generally, publicity and privacy rights kick in when one uses the name, image or likeness of another (especially a...

Can I use a caricature of a famous person on a "gag" fishing lure without permission?

In some cases, what you described might be considered a parody in which case it is possible that you would have a defense, but it certainly would...

How can I claim fair use for unpublished video?

You need some actual legal ad vice here. We don't know the purpose of your use of this material. As noted, if this was for social or political...