Can I use social column articles from a newspaper without permission?

Based solely on what was written here, it would be likely that the copyright owner in the articles is the newspaper, but not necessarily. In some...

I am in the process of publishing my first non fiction book, should I use real names or different names?

You are free to write about anyone or anything you like. If you choose to use real names of identifiable persons then you run the risk that they...

Type of Lawyer to Use When Contracting a Manufacturer

I would think any competent business or IP lawyer can assist. You should have a well written agreement in place to make sure your interests are all...

How do i trademark my clothing business and logo

In the fashion the trademark will be the center piece of your business to be sure. No none here will likely list their fees, but this all depends....

Yes, you can take steps now to protect the title of your series. You may want to consider protecting it across several classes of goods as well...

Can I buy 1000 hats from a Chinese manufacturer, with a logo - say, Titleist stitched on it, then sell it on EBay?

As noted, in all likelihood these are infringing products meaning that the mark holder did not authorize them to be manufactured. Of course, this...

An idea i have no idea how to make myself

I think any of us would first need to understand exactly what you are referring to specifically and what is the scope of legal attention required....

Be very careful. You need to think of the trademark like a business you are planning on buying. You don't just write a check. You first do your...

How much should I charge a person whose mark is so closely related to mine potential Trademark Infringement applies! I

I agree with my colleague here. The first order of business is to conduct a proper clearance if the mark then file an application with the USPTO...

Do I have Intellectual Property Rights or do I have to TM my business name?

Based solely on the facts presented here, I'm not so sure you actually have a good case to wrestle the domain away from this alleged cyber...