If it appears that you are using the name to play off of another's recognition either through them personally or through their work then of course...

What is the best way to make my tshirts sell-able?

It depends. Just because a slogan is being used for say plumbing supplies, does not mean that it cannot be used for clothing. But if the tagline...

Does including a design in a trademark application increase the likelihood of approval from the USPTP?

Typically, the design logo or image mark will go onto its own application and by virtue of it being a design you of course will stand a greater...

What is the best type of attorney to consult/hire to address the concerns listed below regarding launch of a new mobile app?

You have both general business concerns here as well IP aspects. Many firms like ours are set up as entrepreneurial practices that handle both of...

When does photo/image copyright protection become trolling? And what can be done about it?

Well, there are movements forming in certain circles and Congress to move more in that direction. Maybe something akin to a compulsory licensing...

If I add another word to the front of a mark for a trademark application, would that increase the likelihood of approval?

Maybe, but I hope you can appreciate that this kind of advice cannot be given in a vacuum. You also need to first take a step back and have a...

My colleagues are correct. Actually, a resident of any state is free to hire counsel located anywhere and for any reason. If that lawyer is...

Using another's trademark descriptively in text to refer to the brand is called nominative fair use. A classic example is using Coke or Pepsi in a...

Can "de minimis" defense be used in reference to number of page views?

First, if you have actually been sued for copyright infringement you need way more attention than what can be offered over this free ad quite Q&A...

can i put trademark names in a movie or musical if i make it a parody

The short answer to your question is of course yes. Using another's trademark descriptively in text to refer to the brand is called nominative fair...