Do I need to worry about Copyright if I am writing short stories inspired by poems written in another language in the early 1900

As noted, it is entirely likely that these works will now be in the public domain, but it is also very possible that they were published with...

How long before the right to dispute a trademark expires?

My colleagues offered great insights here to which I agree. You really need to make sure the mark you start with is not conflicted. If it is in use...

How can my company protect our soon to be released mobile app from copycats?

So you really cannot do anything to protect the general concept and "idea" of the app. You can of course protect any formal IP you developed. For...

How do I protect a company name I've used since 2007 from being used by others.

Well you likely have engendered trademark rights at least as they pertain to your geographic area and to its natural expansion. These are common...

IF the patches are legit product, there is no problem with you reselling them. When you buy a patch like that, you do so for personal use not for...

As noted, what you are describing is infringement by creating derivative works. You have no right to use another's IP to help promote and sell your...

Short phrases would not be covered under copyright, but they may be used as a tagline or slogan and afforded trademark protection. Merely placing...

To pile on, I agree there are far too many variables for anyone to offer anything helpful here that is more than some stabs at the wind. I...

If you alter name brand goods for resale you expose yourself to trademark infringement claims. So regards to the Converse shoes, I would not do...

I have a business on Amazon.com. I am the manufacturer of a brand of shampoo and conditioner. I am the Registered brand owner.

You received some excellent responses here. I would not have left any feedback this could actually expose you to a legal action if in fact the...