In general, the work product you receive is the edited footage. The raw footage is proprietary to the creator and is usually not part of the...

Contract violation

I suppose any of us can comment here and take stabs at the wind, but the contract needs to be reviewed along with all the facts and circumstances...

Can I trademark a name myself with the USPTO or should I use an attorney? Is there a structure of corp. roadmap with checklist?

I don't know any CPAs that have any depth of trademark knowledge. If they are asked to set up an entity they do so without dispensing any legal...

Will I get sued for selling shirts bearing this image?

Making fun of a public figure is not a problem. Association your product with a famous mark like any NFL team is a big problem. So while no one can...

What are the best ways to protect my logo and business texts when dealing with Chinese manufacturer for jewellery productions?

Let me address your second question first. This is something you need to discuss with a lawyer in private because there are many variables that...

Abused my business name, makes demands: Is it extortion and can criminal charges be pressed?

This sounds highly suspect to me. Why not just sue this person in civil court and keep pressing the legal authorities to take some action as well?...

How do I legally protect myself against someone who wants to work for free?

If you granting commercial credit, this too is consideration. Consideration can also be a nominal sum like $5.00. What you need is first to make...

Is there a way I can prevent this? I don't have a trademark. What should i do to prevent someone from copying?

It is entirely possible that you have garnered trademark rights already within your geographic market area based on your common law first use of...

Stop the Copyright office from "REVOKING" our already approved copyright!

Hi Charles, The following highlights when and under what circumstances a registration will be...

Would I be infringing on this brand's rights?

Your question is appreciated, but unfortunately, you can't receive trademark clearance advice here and never in the hypothetical. There are far too...