Can i trademark a word that is already in use for my company name?

The fact that the name is being used as a type of food should not be a problem. for example, an apple is a type of food and it is also serving as a...

What do I need to do in order to start up a business off of a idea?

I wonder if you have any idea how much in legal fees those entities have paid already and if you haven't noticed they don't even advertise anymore....

You received some good insights. The way I interpret this is that as between John and Jane they both have the same ownership rights. It is possible...

I don't think in the context of your question and situation this would be an issue assuming the mark clears, but trademarks can be geographically...

I'm trying to trademark a wine called, "Compositions". Someone already trademarked: "The Composer" for wine.

Could be a problem. If you owned the "The Composer" mark and were heavily invested in it how would feel about me competing in the same exact space...

Can I be an Internet radio host?

You need to acquire the proper licence. Check out ASCAP, BMI and StreamLicensing.com. You are going to have a number legal considerations, so...

This is likely going to be a problem. On the copyright side, your drawing is likely considered a derivative work and therefore infringing. And...

My Client Received a Copyright Infringement

You have a lot to consider here. When you say your client, do you mean legal client or is this a development client for which you did work for and...

Starting a technology consulting business.

You received some good responses. You have a number of considerations here. You alluded to one, namely permits and licenses, but you also have your...

I am fabricating & selling Mini 4x4 trucks with a unique look. want to Brand it with a name. Copyright or trademark?

You are really speaking to trademark protection here it seems, but copyright might still be quite relevant to your artistic output. Any creative...