If it is pending, let the Examiner know you want to amend the ownership info once one is assigned. You can have it assigned over so this is not a...

I want to write a book using alternative Disney plots.

You cannot create derivative works from copyright protected works without a license. Once Upon A Time was not infringing on Disney because they...

Can I name my business EXAMPLE123, LLC, in the same state as the same EXAMPLE123, INC exists?

So you really have a trademark issue here and you need to consider it that way not just a business name assuming this is not a generic or...

Can I create a poster to sell, using an existing cartoon/video game character's body, but my head?

This depends. It might be in the fair use realm if it is done for social / political commentary, but you run a big risk as these IP rights holders...

How can I sell my product legally?

There is a big difference between a game like say Trivial Pursuit and what you describe. In TP famous people and works are discussed, but that does...

Product Invention Idea

All you can really do at this point is to get some actual legal advice on this. Once the nature of your IP is clear only then can we advise as to...

Starting a business. Company in Thailand is already using same name in a closely related field. Can I use the name or not?

The fact that another company uses the trademark in Thailand is not relevant UNLESS they are also in the US market area. They are not required to...

Is using screencaps found online for drawing references from a cancelled show considered fair us?

That really does depend. First, do these possess the requisite creative expression that is the subject of copyright protection? Assuming they do,...

Can I publish a book about a famous WWI poet that changes events in his life?

Yes, of course. As long as the content is your own you need not worry about copyright infringement if that is the concern. If you have concerns...

Prior to registration, a request to update the ownership information in the Trademark database should be made in writing and directed to the...