Should I wait until I get my paperwork from the library of Congress before I attempt to start negotiations?

Your specific situation is not entirely clear. Any creative expression will be covered by copyright law automatically. Then you register the work...

How to answer question on LegalZoom " Are you using your trademark to sell products or services?" for free software?

You are not required to demonstrate actual sales. So long as consumers are able to acquire your product or service you should be able to state that...

What can I do if US Customs and Border Protection is seizing my merchandise because of IPR violation.

As noted, your strategy greatly depends on the actual circumstances. If the product is legit, there is a mechanism to verify your rights to the...

What would it take to start? What is the time frame? Cost associated? What are the necessary documents I need prior?

Well, way more open-ended than I think you might realize. Many of us here, like my practice, caters to the small business entrepreneur and works in...

I I want to start a blog or website with the word Disney at the end of it (Dadsgonedisney.com) do I need to get permission from

Well, what you can't do is present a false association, endorsement, sponsorship or other affiliation with Disney. There are times when using a...

How to legally use a quotation on a t shirt?

Using quotes will generally be permitted. This is largely because using what amounts to a very small portion of a much larger body of work will not...

Looking for some Legal advice on starting a clothing business?

I agree that protecting the brand is probably your first priority. In the fashion business the trademark is the centerpiece (and we are talking...

You just cannot receive the kind of specific and actionable advice you are seeking here over this free and quite public Q&A forum. I suspect that...

Using quotes will generally be permitted. This is largely because using what amounts to a very small portion of a much larger body of work will not...

Anytime you receive a letter like this you should take it seriously of course and consult a lawyer in private to evaluate the circumstances and...